Murder Among Friends

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The narrative delves into the chilling events of 1924, where affluent teenagers Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb orchestrated the kidnapping and murder of a young boy, Bobby Franks. Their plan unraveled due to a crucial mistake involving a pair of eyeglasses. The story explores their motivations, the investigation that followed, and the courtroom drama led by famed attorney Clarence Darrow, who skillfully defended them against the death penalty. This gripping true-crime account captures the complexities of the case, highlighting themes of privilege, morality, and justice.