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Essay On Monster By Walter Dean Myers

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Just because they are guilty doesn't mean they can't be a Monster. In the book Monster by Walter Dean Myers, Steve Harmon, a 16 year old, is on trial for felony murder. Based on the evidence given, Steve Harmon is not guilty as shown through testimonies, journals and flashbacks. During Steve's trial, Lorelle Henry, the librarian, testifies and proves Steve Harmons innocence. She testified that King was in Nesbitts Drug Store but she never identifies that Steve was there. “She points to King” (Myers 164). This proves that Steve was not identified at the scene of the crime. Lorelle Henry is a very reliable witness unlike many of the other witnesses in this case. While Steve is journaling, he realizes that he is not like the other prisoners

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