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Innocent man Quote by Jeffrey Archer

“not Brutus. Brooks, Byrd, Dexter, Harrison, and Thornton. Where were they at lunchtime on 24 February? If he knew the answer, he would know which four men were innocent and which man was so” quote by Jeffrey Archer
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““not Brutus. Brooks, Byrd, Dexter, Harrison, and Thornton. Where were they at lunchtime on 24 February? If he knew the answer, he would know which four men were innocent and which man was so””

Jeffrey Archer

About This Quote

Source Novel: Notting Hill, 1999

A cryptic mystery where knowing a specific detail reveals innocence or guilt among suspects.

In simple terms: Knowing a key fact can expose truth.

Key Takeaway

Seek crucial evidence.

Themes

mystery logic justice

Mood

curious tense

Type

rhetorical intriguing

When to use this quote

  • crime investigation
  • courtroom deliberation

Key Concepts

detective reasoning alibi analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What detail could change a case?
  • How reliable are alibis?
A Different Perspective

Legal proof can be ambiguous.

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