The Cadaver King and the Country Dentist

"The Cadaver King and the Country Dentist" unveils a chilling true crime narrative centered on the wrongful convictions of two innocent men, Kennedy Brewer and Levon Brooks, who spent thirty years in prison for the rape and murder of two young girls in rural Mississippi. Authors Radley Balko and Tucker Carrington explore the deeply flawed criminal justice system, highlighting the roles of Dr. Steven Hayne and Dr. Michael West, whose questionable forensic practices contributed to the miscarriage of justice. This compelling account sheds light on the systemic incompetence and racism embedded in Mississippi's death investigation practices and poses critical questions about accountability in the pursuit of justice.