The Runaway Jury

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Set against the backdrop of a high-stakes tobacco trial in Biloxi, Mississippi, the story delves into the unsettling dynamics of a jury that begins to exhibit bizarre behavior. As tensions rise, jurors feel they are being watched, leading to their sequestering. An anonymous young woman claims she can predict their actions, raising questions about manipulation and control. The narrative explores themes of power, influence, and the quest for truth in a system where the verdict is precariously in the hands of an enigmatic leader.