Mystery & Thriller· Botswana
The Screaming of the Innocent
by Unity DowAggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2002English
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The Screaming of the Innocent by Unity Dow is a landmark work of mystery & thriller, first published in 2002. Unity Dow's novel is a gripping mystery set against the backdrop of Botswana's legal and social systems. The story follows a young lawyer's investigation into a cold case involving the disappearance of a young girl. The novel is notable for its critique of societal norms and its exploration of justice and human rights in Botswana. Themes of justice, human rights, societal norms run through the work.
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Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.
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