Jack Ross Knihy

Exploring the theme of ghosts, Jack Ross's collection delves into a variety of narratives that range from the spectral to the surreal. The stories traverse diverse settings, including haunted hotel rooms in Beijing and lively poetry readings in Auckland, reflecting on the strange realities of existence. Drawing on the notion that the world may have irrevocably changed since December 21, 2012, the collection invites readers to confront the unfamiliar and find the courage to redefine their perceptions of life and love.

Deborah Jones, rookie reporter on the Miami Herald, is determined to discover the truth about William Craig, an 82-year-old Scot and Second World War hero who is on death row for killing a senator's son who raped his granddaughter. Although Deborah admires the old man, her interest in the case and her resolve to save Craig from execution is personal as much as professional. She understands the revenge he took because she has been the victim of white date rape. Taking on the powers that be, Deborah exposes the blackmail and corruption that lay at the heart of Craig's trial. As she unearths a conspiracy involving the embittered senator, a right-wing governor and a Florida mafia boss, she inevitably becomes a target for those who would kill to protect their secrets. In the desperate final countdown to save Craig, she too may be forced to disregard the law...

Exploring the historical context of the current populist moment, Jack Ross examines the decline of the Christian right and the Democratic Party's shift towards technocratic identity politics. He argues that both woke culture and Trump's influence are rooted in significant historical developments, not transient trends. The book appeals to individuals on both sides of the political spectrum who value civil liberties and individual rights, offering insights into the potential revival of the American Creed amidst cultural upheaval.

William Craig, ein verurteilter Mörder, hat den Vergewaltiger seiner Enkelin getötet. Er kennt ein Geheimnis, das Washington erschüttern könnte. Inhaftiert und zum Schweigen verurteilt, setzt er seine Hoffnung auf die Journalistin Deborah Jones, die die Wahrheit ans Licht bringen will, bevor es zu spät ist.