Legal Thriller “The Defense” by Eralides E. Cabrera Included in The Maple Staple’s London Book Fair 2026 Display

Eralides E. Cabrera’s novel “The Defense” will be presented as part of The Maple Staple’s featured book selection at the 2026 London Book Fair, where the Toronto-based bookstore will exhibit a range of independent titles at Stand 6A100 from March 10 to 12.

The book will be available for visitors to view throughout the event as part of a broader showcase highlighting diverse voices and genres in contemporary publishing.

The novel follows the unfolding legal case of State v. Berrazo, Pereira, and Lonas, in which a sect associated with disturbing allegations of ritual sacrifice becomes the focus of a community-shaking investigation. As the courtroom drama develops, a defense attorney and investigator work to untangle the facts behind what initially appears to be a straightforward crime. Through layers of conflicting evidence and shifting perspectives, the story explores the unpredictability of truth and the tension between public perception and legal reality. The narrative combines elements of suspense and legal strategy, building toward revelations that challenge assumptions held by both investigators and the broader community.

Cabrera is an attorney based in New Jersey who writes fiction alongside his legal career. A U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, he brings legal insight and professional experience into his storytelling. His body of work includes numerous novels often set in the northeastern United States, with themes that examine everyday life, relationships, and moral complexity through accessible, character-focused narratives.

Visitors interested in exploring this title and the wider collection of books featured by The Maple Staple at the London Book Fair can find more information on the bookstore’s dedicated event page at https://themaplestaple.com/lbf2026/. Ongoing highlights and coverage from the fair will also be shared across The Maple Staple’s official social media channels.

“The Defense” is available through Amazon and other widely used international online book distribution platforms.

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