Summary

Chapter 23 is titled “Turk.” Turk is trying to help Brittany calm down after her outburst in court. The prosecutor says that Brittany's actions were helpful to their case, but that she should not have threatened Ruth in the courtroom. When Odette and Turk are alone, Odette says Brittany is too unpredictable to put on the stand. Turk questions Odette about the MCADD, and is upset that Davis was sick and the hospital did not know. Turk tells Brittany that she is not testifying because he cannot stand to see her hurt so much.

When they return to the courtroom, Turk takes the stand. Odette brings up Turk's beliefs, and he says he is “not anti-black,” but is “pro-white.” Odette points out some people might find it offensive and Turk does not disagree, but says he...