Reacher on Trial

Today’s Publishers Lunch points to one of the more unusual offerings that will take place at Thrillerfest, ITW’s inaugural convention, later this year. Jack Reacher — the protagonist of Lee Child’s bestselling series — will be put on trial (as played by the author.) Michele Martinez will act as prosecutor, Paul Levine will defend, and M. Diane Vogt will oversee it all from the bench. As for the jury? “Reviewers and journalists are being invited to apply.” Though to make it more fun I hope there’s a full-fledged jury selection process where people can get grilled and/or opt out — if it’s good enough for real life…

Plus I want to know who’ll make the mugshot available — these guys, maybe?