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8. The Fear Of 13

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The Fear Of 13 tells the story of convicted murderer Nick Yarris who, after living for 21 years on death row, put in a request for his sentence to be carried out and for his life to be ended. Either side of this moment, his life is quite incredible.

Yarris tells his unique story, vividly and in his own words, and the focus never leaves him as he describes the twists and turns of his life. It's a gripping and unusual tale but it's the narrator's unique storytelling ability that commands your attention from start to finish.

The Fear Of 13 might seem like just another story about the injustice of a broken legal system but it's a rewarding experience, driven by an engaging and endearing character.

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Christopher is a freelance pop culture writer, podcaster and self-confessed nerd from Scotland. He's also the owner, founder and editor at "The Head Scratcher" and a host of "The Scratch Cast" podcast. Visit www.theheadscratcher.com to find out more.