A Problem of Evidence: How the Prosecution Freed O.J. Simpson

by Joseph Bosco

Describes incidents during the double murder trial of O.J. Simpson, as well as behind-the-scences information, to argue that the prosecution's incompetence was responsible for Simpson's acquittal

Genres: True Crime

265 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1996

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Seeing the recent miniseries on the O.J. Simpson murder case spurred me to read, and in some cases re-read, a number of the books written about the trial. This book, published in 1996, was one that I had not seen before. The author presents an interesting and sometimes confusing mix of theories and conclusions; for example, although he thinks O.J. probably committed the murders, he also thinks it's possible that the LAPD could have done all that elaborate planting of evidence as well; additionally, he joins the chorus of other authors who criticize the prosecutors for the many mistakes and errors in judgment that they made.

It was an interesting book because of the opinions expressed in a way very different from any of the dozen or so other books that I have read about the case. On the other hand, I found myself wishing the author would just pick a side and stick to it.

**#41 of 120 books pledged to read/review during 2016**

[Phil · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't know who this guy is, or who he thinks he is, but this book is the rantings of a loudmouth. He seems to position the book as a response to Bugliosi's "Outrage," but in my opinion this book is more sleazy than Faye Resnick's memoir was purported to be. Employing a condescending, overwrought style, Bosco makes claims that, while feasible, are not backed up to any degree of plausibility with facts or examples. Do I believe O.J. Simpson killed poor Ron and ex-wife Nicole? Absolutely. Do I believe the prosecution proved it in court beyond a reasonable doubt? I don't know. Do I think this crackpot and his theories, while readable and entertaining, are totally off base and farfetched? How should I know? I just don't like loudmouths.

[Daniel · Rating 3 out of 5]

The author organizes the information really well to be able to understand. But you have to wonder if he isn't a bit biased to one side.

[Meredith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the only book you need to read if you’re wondering HOW the prosecution could blow the OJ case...

[Sarah - All The Book Blog Names Are Taken · Rating 1 out of 5]

What a douche. Ranting and raving like a lunatic.

[Becky Weiler · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting read

[Angela · Rating 2 out of 5]

this book was all over the place...in the end, it did provide a good example of how bad of a job the prosecution did, but it took a while to get there.

[Megan Flower · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a criminal defense attorney, I sincerely appreciated this perspective.

[John Smiley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting book, full of tidbits that I wasn't aware of.

It's well written.