Evan Loken
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Jeff Hobbs:
Hi Jeff, I just finished The Short And Tragic Life of Robert Peace, and I must applaud you as it was a fantastic read, made me stop and think often about Robert, and those in a similar situation to him. My question is this: is there any update on Robert's case? Has the case gone cold or has it been looked into since publication? Additionally, do you have any updates on Jackie, the Burger Boyz, and other characters?
Jeff Hobbs
Hello and thank you for reading and reaching out. It means a lot, for real. And I'm sorry for the years-long delay in responding to this--I really don't spend time on social websites but am trying to be better as my next book, Show Them You're Good, comes out in August. But it's kind of you to ask after Jackie and everyone. They are all doing pretty well--still very sad, particularly around this time of year (Rob's birthday was yesterday). But carrying on, working, raising families, wondering what Rob would be doing if he were still with us. Jackie retired a few years ago but still works part time and also helps with food in the school district. Wishing you all the best, sincerely, Jeff
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Julia Sands
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Jeff Hobbs:
Mr. Hobbs, you have written one of the most riveting books that I think I will ever read. My question is about how you were able to speak with Jackie and Peace's community in Newark? Was she open to the idea of collaborating with you and has she been in contact with you since? were there fears of misrepresentation that you had to assuage to have these conversations?
The Weak Emerald LLC
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Jeff Hobbs:
Greetings Jeff I must first say, in light of the current atmosphere of American blacks, my soft heart keeps me feeling merciful and teary-eyed lately. Robert has almost left me feeling hopeless. Admittedly, I thought you were an opportunist and insincere but after research I've found you genuinely loved him and wanted to set the record straight for those who equated him to just a ghetto-drug kid. Tk U4 that?
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