Defending Jacob Post 1

In Chapter 12 (Confessions) Jacob’s father, Andy, reacts very violently and defensively to his wife’s comments on Jacob’s childhood. I did not like the way he acted in this situation. To me Andy was afraid of his son because he is not being like everyone else. Every time Laurie (Jacob’s mom) remembered a time when Jake was violent Andy always had an explanation for it.  It was either that is what every kid does or it is just a coincidence. Andy never gave Laurie a chance to tell her story because every time she recalled a flaw, Andy would stop and correct her. Andy has to acknowledge her points and the facts and must realize she is not saying Jake is guilty of the crime. Andy’s obsession of Jacob’s murder trial causes Andy to act defensively all the time.  This over defensive stand might hurt his say in court. As a result I predict Andy will sound too protective in court which will cause the jury to not put a lot of weight in his opinion.