“The series is factual and unbiased, showing how wrongful convictions have occurred and giving voice to the stories of the innocent.”

— School Library Journal

“Written in a breezy style .. the volume should appeal to reluctant readers, youth who have had their own exposure to the criminal justice system, and more capable readers who are interested in social justice, law, and legal and crime stories.”

— CM: Review of Materials

“Jailed for Life for Being Black is an inspiring, balanced portrait of a complex but inspiring man and the injustice that cost him two decades of freedom. Ironically, he may never have found his calling if he had not been denied a fair trial and wrongfully convicted.”

— CM: Review of Materials

“This is an inspiring story, especially for students facing obstacles similar to Carter’s – the speech impediment, the childhood abuse, the racism and all the travesties of justice that follow in its wake.“

— Resource Links

“Much of this disturbing but well-researched book is impressively drawn directly from court documents and is part of the valuable Real Justice series, which features wrongfully accused Canadian youth and their fight for freedom.“

— Booklist