Brothers and guardians

A captivating image of lives with different destinies, Brothers and Guards is the touching story of Waidman about two brothers – one an award-winning novelist, and the other a fugitive from justice wanted for murder and robbery. Waidman recalls the process of arresting his younger brother Ruby, and the details of the subsequent court sessions that resulted in his conviction and life imprisonment. He also offers a vivid view of the American prison system. A sweeping and disturbing novel, Brothers and Guards highlights the bonds of blood, tenderness, and guilt that connect Waidman to his brother and measures the distance between them.