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Overview

Filled with explosive new information, this is the definitive inside story of the case that captivated the nation and the verdict that no one saw coming

It was the trial that stunned America, the verdict that shocked us all. On July 5, 2011, nearly three years after her initial arrest, Casey Anthony walked away, virtually scot-free, from one of the most sensational murder trials of all time. She'd been accused of killing her daughter, Caylee, but the trial only left behind more questions: Was she actually innocent? What really happened to Caylee? Was this what justice really looked like?

In Imperfect Justice, prosecutor Jeff Ashton, one of the principal players in the case's drama, sheds light on those questions and much more, telling the behind-the-scenes story of the investigation, the trial, and the now-infamous verdict. Providing an inside account of the case, Ashton, a career prosecutor for the state of Florida, goes where the press and pundits have only speculated, detailing what really happened during the investigation, showing how the prosecution built their case, and explaining how a woman so shrouded in suspicion was proclaimed innocent.

Moving beyond the simple explanations, Ashton offers an in-depth look at the complex figure of Casey Anthony, a woman whose lies he spent three years trying to understand. And yet this focus on Casey came with its own risks; here he details how this widespread fixation on Casey—both in the media and in the trial—may have undermined the case itself. As everyone got caught up in the quest to understand the supposed villain, somehow the victim, Caylee, was all but forgotten—not just to the public, but more important, to the jury.

Complete with never-before-revealed information about the case and the accused, Ashton examines what the prosecution got right, what they got wrong, and why he remains completely convinced of Casey Anthony's guilt.

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Of the 300-plus cases Veteran Florida prosecutor Ashton has tried during his career, 70 were homicides and all but two ended with a guilty verdict. Now, following his most famous-and last-hearing, Ashton recounts the Casey Anthony murder trial-wherein she was accused of killing her daughter, Caylee-, a case characterized by circuitous twists and turns, and reviews the series of Anthony's purported lies, including those regarding the mysterious Nanny, where Anthony worked, and the sexual abuse suffered at the hands of her father. Ashton discusses the Anthony family's strange dynamics, the uneven relationship between Anthony and her parents, and her "transformation" and "performances" during the trial. While the book is meticulously detailed, it occasionally suffers from Ashton's (or perhaps from former New York Times correspondent Pulitzer's) overwrought language, as evidenced by lines like, "Caylee was officially discharged to the care of angels." Ashton reveals that he "genuinely dislikes" defense attorney Jose Baez, a "smarmy...underhanded" man, and can't resist the urge to share anecdotes that make Baez appear foolish-he even describes the defense's arguments as "borderline ridiculous." Understandably, Ashton was convinced that the jury would find Anthony guilty and he would be able to retire "on a high note," but the shocking verdict proved otherwise. For readers who haven't reached their fill on information about this highly publicized trial, this is a must read. Photos.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780062125323
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • Publication date: 11/15/2011
  • Pages: 324
  • Sales rank: 3,448
  • Product dimensions: 6.30 (w) x 9.10 (h) x 1.50 (d)

Meet the Author

Jeff Ashton
Jeff Ashton

Jeff Ashton recently retired from a thirty-year career as a prosecutor in Orlando, Florida. He is the most experienced homicide prosecutor in the history of Orange County and a veteran of more than seventy successful homicide prosecutions. He lives in Florida.

Table of Contents

Prologue 1

Part I

1 Joining the Team 9

2 Twenty-four Hours 16

3 Where Is Caylee Marie? 24

4 Four Lies 32

5 Caught 42

6 Kidnapped or Murdered? 50

7 Jailhouse Conversations 65

8 Thirty-one Days 82

Part II

9 Dealing in Forensics 97

10 Tracking Down Leads 108

11 The Grand Jury 126

12 Finding Caylee 137

13 The Swamp 146

14 Life or Death? 158

15 Lying to Themselves 177

16 Behind the Defense 187

17 Order in the Court 197

18 The Nuclear Lie 205

Part III

19 Jury Selection 223

20 Searching for Truth 236

21 Openings 244

22 The Big Show 255

23 Proving the Investigation 271

24 Defending Casey 282

25 The Prosecution Rests 300

Epilogue 314

Acknowledgments 323

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 28, 2011

    Buy A Book By Someone Supporting Caylee

    This book will be worth the wait. Publishers, please double Mr. Ashton's fee.

    I and many others will boycott any book written by the Anthony's or the Defense Team and any publisher who chooses to publish them.

    89 out of 104 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 28, 2011

    More Evidence to be heard

    Would love to hear about evidence that the Prosecution was unable to present to the jurors for their case. I believe they did an excellent job presenting what they could against Casey Anthony. I'm certain Jeff has lots of evidence he knew about but couldn't touch or wasn't allowed during the trial for fear of a mistrial. I hope all of the jurors that allowed the real killer to walk reads this book and hears further evidence, and realizes they made a horrible mistake. There's only one person that knows what really happened and that's little Caylee's Mother, and we all know she doesn't know how to tell the truth. Better Jeff Ashton making money from this miscarriage of justice than Casey Anthony.

    58 out of 67 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 28, 2011

    Compassion for a little girl gone, I like the title ! "Imperfect Justice"

    I full heartedly believe that Mr Ashton had his heart in this case like thousands across the nation. He was in the front row seat to see all the things we couldn't see that was sealed, and not admissible.
    If anyone is going to tell a story about an imperfect justice I'd like to hear it from Jeff, and I guess we will. Although, headlines say its a Casey Anthony story, so Im wandering if there was truth in the defense's opening statements. Sure would like to see who the dirty hands were that bagged and dumped Caylee and staged this case if thats the way of it. Have to read this book and find out. Enjoy your retirement Jeff !
    Respectfully, Sky~

    50 out of 58 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 28, 2011

    Let the truth be told

    I said I would not read any books written by the Anthonys.. they don't know how to tell the truth! Jeff Ashton did a great job with what he was allowed to enter, unfortunately so many facts were not allowed because, according to Jose Baez, they would be prejudicial against his client. In a murder case such as this one, ALL evidence should be allowed! The courts seem to be more protective of the murderers than interested in justice for the victims. The verdict was a slap in the face for Ashton, so I'm glad he wrote this book. Maybe the 12 jurors who were so taken in by Baez's lies will also read it.

    45 out of 50 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 28, 2011

    Any book about the TRUTH is a good book!

    Can't wait to read!

    42 out of 51 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 28, 2011

    A Fantastic Man...His Name Is Jeff Ashton

    I cannot wait to read Mr. Ashton's book. He must be devestated regarding the outcome of the Casey Anthony Trial. He and Linda did a wonderful job but it was a hard fight for them when they were dealing with so many liars and 12 moronic jurors. The State can rest easy knowing that it is not "over" for Casey. I am thankful that Jeff has taken the time to pen this book. Good Luck To Mr. Ashton!!! We love you.

    35 out of 42 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 29, 2011

    Thank you in advance for what I am certain will be an absolute, TRUTHFUL and wonderful work of art!

    What an awesome contribution this book will be to so many of us who followed this case from "day 31" and I can't think of anyone better to author a truthful accounting of this tragic injustice than a classy, professional and ethical individual, who has dedicated his entire adulthood / career advocating for victims. I have ordered this book for myself and every adult on my Christmas list and can't wait to read it! This is the ONLY book surrounding this circus that I have and / or will support, purchase or read.well, unless it's from Linda or Frank; since I would never read anything from the defense or any one with "Anthony" as their last name.EVER.even if it were free! I have pinned a "countdown to release" calendar and will be anxiously awaiting my receipt! Thanks also to B&N for offering this publication.

    31 out of 36 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 28, 2011

    Bravo!

    Exciting news! If any of that dredful family wrote the book, I wouldn't borrow it from the public library. However, Jeff Ashton did a wonderful job and if this is a small measure of support, then count me in!

    31 out of 36 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 28, 2011

    CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!

    Jeff Ashton is number one can"t wait to read the book Justice for Caylee Marie...RIP

    31 out of 39 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 28, 2011

    Highly Recommended

    Im looking forward to reading about your experince with this trial. Jeff keep your head up and dont listen to the negitive comments. We are greatful for all the time and energy you put in to try and bring justice for Caylee. Im sure Caylee is smiling down on you for being her voice. Its just to sad that the jury didnt hear her cries.

    30 out of 37 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 29, 2011

    Good for Jeff

    I purchase a lot of books from Barnes and Noble and good for them for putting this book out. As other avid readers have voiced I will also boycott any book by Casey Anthony or Jose Baez as they would have to be considered fiction. I hope by putting this book out it helps Jeff Ashton, because I know he put his heart into helping Caylee find justice. He is an honorable man and did the best he could with all the lies and manipulation by the defense. This is one book I can't wait to read.

    23 out of 27 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 29, 2011

    I am a TOTAL JEFF ASHTON FAN

    I cannot wait for his book to come out. I believe he is the finest Prosecuter I have ever seen. The title is perfect as the Prosecutor's should have won this case hands down, unfortunately the juror's saw it a different way. I will be preordering this book and hope it becomes a #1 best seller as I believe it will.

    20 out of 25 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 29, 2011

    Anxious to read

    Without even reading this book yet, I am sure that it is going to be awesome. "Imperfect Justice" is an understatement when it come to this case.... I have alot of respect for Jeff Ashton and Linda Drane Burdick and was absolutely SHOCKED by the verdict as was most of the world...This trial was a joke to Jose Biaz and a total embarrasment to the State of Florida. Jose made a mockery of our justice system with his and Casey's lies which allowed a murderer to go free..It shocks me that a Defense attorney can LIE to save his client.. And the Jury... I won't even go there...Justice IS about the truth (or should be)

    19 out of 25 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 29, 2011

    an awesome DA

    I haven't read it yet but am anxiously waitin to. Thank you, Mr Ashton for such a super job at the trial. I think you did an awesome job but somehow the jurors just couldn't see it. I wish you the best in your retirement and may God richly bless you.

    18 out of 21 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 29, 2011

    Can't wait to read

    I believe that Jeff Ashton tried his best with what he had. I trully believe that she knew what happened to that little girl. And the people on the jury did not look and hear what they had. I know I will not read anything that comes out of Cassie's mouth.

    16 out of 21 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 29, 2011

    Anxiously awaited!

    Like the rest of the nation,I have been intrigued by this case from the start. In addition, like the rest of the nation, I was left in a state of shock when the verdict was read. I look forward to Mr. Ashton's account and learning "the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth". I would not be able to bring myself to believe any other interpretation of this case: meaning from the killer's defense team or any member of the killer's family. Jeff Ashton, you are my hero and please be assured, sir, that most of the nation believes that you and your team did everything possible to find justice for Caylee. God bless you.

    14 out of 19 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 29, 2011

    Jeff is a stalwart of the truth!!

    This will be a book worth waiting for! How refreshing the truth will be--can't wait.

    14 out of 17 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 29, 2011

    The Truth Will Be Told & Caylee Will Be Heard

    I for one am extremely thankful we all have a chance to read the truth!! I've always preferred Non fiction to the spin off into la la land the defense team, Casey and the Anthony's have always tried to dish out! Bella Vita Casey! Thank you Jeff Ashton.

    14 out of 18 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 31, 2011

    Can't wait to read this book!!!

    One day I came out of my home and I smelled the decomposing body of my neighbor. I did not stand there and think, who left their garbage out to rot. I KNEW WHAT IT WAS. That baby was in that car decomposing and I believe it. I do not blame Jeff Ashton for losing the case. I for one, cannot wait until this book is released. At the very least, Casey Anthony threw her dead daughter in a garbage bag and threw her in the swamp to rot. I want to hear about the strategies behind trying to convict this women of murder. I am hoping that reading this book might shed some light on how 12 people couldn't see what the vast majority of the rest of us did and WHY she walked out free. I will however, boycott any publisher or store that decides to sell anything from Casey Anthony.

    13 out of 16 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 29, 2011

    so great

    It is wonderful that Jeff Ashton is going to tell us the actual events in the casey case which he was unable to bring to trial. There is no question that casey was guilty of murder and it is sad that justice was not served. I hope this book is a great success with many followers so that the world will know the truth about the anthonys. I am also hoping that any book from the any of the anthony's be banned - all they know how to do is lie and we should give them absolutely no credibility or financial gain.
    best of luck, Mr Ashton.

    12 out of 15 people found this review helpful.

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