{"book":{"book":"Redemption: Faith, Justice, and Sisterhood on Death Row","author":"Lawrence Wright","publicationYear":"","description":"Lawrence Wright's book explores the unexpected connection between two distinct groups of women who lead surprisingly parallel lives. One group comprises women incarcerated on death row in Gatesville, Texas. The other group is a nearby Catholic order known as the Sisters of Mary Morning Star. The narrative offers an account of the alliance, faith, and sisterhood that develop between the nuns and the prisoners. Through their bond, the book examines deep questions surrounding justice, redemption, and second chances. It also reflects on the striking likenesses that exist between living in religious devotion and enduring confinement.","image":"https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims3/default/strip/false/crop/2160x2160+0+0/resize/3000/quality/66/format/jpg/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F19%2F3a%2F02f4f55c4a4a8db2b4c7a15cfb17%2Fdafed07b-cb66-436f-bc6e-6ac72fca6ce5.jpg","date":"2026-11-05"}}