Protecting Troy is fast-paced narrative describing a shocking personal story, which will unfortunately be relatable to many Americans who have found themselves slipping through multiple levels of bureaucracy and fighting an uphill battle for justice in a corrupt system. So many levels of duplicity and mismanagement are described with painstaking attention to detail throughout this book. The authors have shown readers heroes they can root for amidst the chaos. The court scenes and confrontations are ripe with tension. The people who populate this book are described vividly with realistic dialogue. Physical descriptions are visceral and often alarming. The writing is clear and intelligent. Like a well-told detective story, each chapter closes with a ladder to the next one. But ultimately, this book serves a greater purpose than a compelling story; it is an inspiration for people who find themselves ensnared in a legal quagmire of this sort.

This is a book about two caring grandparents who find themselves in the midst of a custody battle concerning their two-year-old grandson who they believe has been neglected by the child’s mother. Throughout the book, they often play the role of detectives, who are driven to chase clues and find evidence to support their hunches to prove their case to a crooked judge. This book will appeal to anyone interested in a suspenseful family story with many twists and turns. It will also attract readers who want to learn more about the pitfalls of our legal system. For those who are facing a similar situation to the one the Vogels found themselves in, this book may provide motivation and a pathway to keep fighting for justice.