Question D

[Jonetta]

Morgan decides in the moment to represent Nick after he was arrested. Given her background as a prosecutor, what do you think was the one thing that made her do this?

[Lauren]

I think it was a combination of elements that made her realize he was innocent - his personality and the fact that he throws up at the sight of blood.

I actually found it interesting that the author mentions his extreme squeamishness and then basically forgets all about it. The book has a number of details that lack this follow up, which is disappointing.

[Robin]

I think it was the fact that Morgan knew Nick and didn't believe he was capable of murdering Tessa. I also think the fact that he was squeamish cinched the deal for her.

[Sharon]

As a prosecutor she knows that most pro bono lawyers are not that good, and will try to convince the client to plea or not give him/her a solid defense. She was concerned that Nick would be railroaded with the counsel available to him.

[Jonetta]

Her belief in his innocence was the primary force behind her decision. She was praying his father had the money for adequate counsel but deep down knew he didn’t.

[Charlene]

I agree that Morgan wanted Nick to get the best defense possible and, as a prosecutor, she also understood how the case against him would be built.