Principal Suspect: The True Story of Dr. Jay Smith and the

Principal Suspect: The True Story of Dr. Jay Smith and the Main Line Murders

Joseph Wambaugh's Echoes in the Darkness and its subsequent TV dramatization have made household words of both Susan Reinert, the murder victim, and Dr. Jay Smith, a high school principal and her accused killer. Here is the first-hand account of Jay Smith's trial, sentencing, and ultimate acquittal, written by his defense counsel. Costopoulos will tell you how three key pieces of evidence ultimately surfaced, proving that the prosecution had falsified its case and overturning the verdict. As flamboyant on the page as in person, Bill Costopoulos will take you on an emotional roller-coaster ride.

Principal Suspect: The True Story of Dr. Jay Smith and the Main Line Murders