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That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row

Jarvis Jay Masters
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That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009

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Jarvis Jay Masters

That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

California • 2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row is the life story of Jarvis Jay Masters, a person incarcerated on death row. The narrative explores his troubled childhood, involvement in crime, and spiritual transformation, offering insights into the challenges and resilience faced by individuals navigating the justice system.

Melancholic

Challenging

Emotional

Contemplative

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.4

6,633 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

That Bird Has My Wings offers a powerful, introspective narrative, praised for its emotional depth and eloquence. Readers appreciate Masters' candidness and profound reflections on forgiveness and redemption. However, some critique the book for a perceived lack of narrative cohesion. Overall, the autobiography resonates deeply, shedding light on systemic injustices.

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Who Should Read That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row?

A reader interested in That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row would likely appreciate introspective narratives that explore themes of justice, redemption, and resilience. Fans of The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander or The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton might find this book compelling.

4.4

6,633 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

California • 2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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