The Weight of Small Men

<p>In a quiet village far from the noise of the world a simple man is accused of a terrible crime he did not commit. Balu is a loveable simpleton works with his hands speaks little and keeps to himself. When his employer is suddenly murdered he becomes the easiest man to blame in Hemlock. </p><p>The village turns against him. The court wants a quick conviction. The powerful want to protect their own. But one man steps forward to defend him. Doctor Patel a loyal roommate is one who sees what others refuse to see. Together with the theatrical Mr. Pilkington a semi-retired village lawyer he begins to uncover the truth buried beneath fear pride and small men with small power.</p><p>With quiet force and rising tension <em>The Weight of Small Men</em> explores injustice conscience and the price of silence. It is a story of dignity under fire of truth against comfort and of the ordinary people who must decide whether they will stand or kneel when it matters most.</p>