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Amazon editors say this is the best book of 2020 — and it’s 50 percent off with Kindle

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With the year coming to an end, the long-awaited “best of” lists have begun rolling in and one of the latest to kick off the trend is Amazon with its coveted “Best Books of 2020” list.

Curated and compiled by Amazon book editors, this list includes titles that range across several categories from literature to cookbooks. The book that reigned supreme, however, is the Brittany K. Barnett-authored criminal procedure-themed A Knock at Midnight: A Story of Hope, Justice and Freedom.

Shop: A Knock At Midnight: A Story Of Hope, Justice And Freedom By Brittany K. Barnett, $13.99 (Print List Price: 28)

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Credit: Amazon

Described as “an urgent call to free those buried alive by America’s legal system,” this book, in addition to being dubbed the best of 2020, is lauded by several scholars and political pundits for its timely messaging.

CNN host and political commentator Van Jones called A Knock at Midnightan essential book for our time.” Journalist and The Washington Post opinion columnist Michele Norris also sang its praises, calling it “a memoir that offers an irresistible invitation to examine the evolution and the impact of injustice in America.”

Barnett’s talents as a writer and best-selling author have also been praised by several respected reviewers and outlets. Van Jones further called her a “first-rate storyteller” with the likes of Booklist and the Library Journal praising the lawyer and activist for “telling each client’s story fully” and weaving together “memoir, biography and legal drama in a powerful and moving story.”

If you’re interested in reading this title that’s clearly a world-class hit, the Kindle version currently retails for 50 percent off the print list price. And currently, new Kindle Unlimited subscribers can get their first two months for just $0.99.

Shop: Kindle Unlimited (Special 2 Month Deal), $0.99 For New Members (Orig. $19.98)

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Credit: Amazon

To access the deal, simply visit the Kindle Unlimited sign-up page here. Select the two-month deal, click “Join Kindle Unlimited” and follow the sign-up instructions.

With Kindle Unlimited, users gain access to millions of titles that are drastically cheaper than print editions. One of the most common ways to use this service is via an Amazon Kindle device, like the one pictured below. But you can also use Kindle Unlimited on another e-reader or most other smart devices, like a smartphone or tablet.

Shop: Kindle With Built-In Front Light (3 Months Free Kindle Unlimited Included), $89.99

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Credit: Amazon

While nothing beats holding the print versions of these chart-topping titles, you can reduce clutter, consolidate space and save money by downloading the Kindle versions onto your e-reader (like the one pictured above), mobile device or computer.

If you enjoyed this story, check out the 10 best books of 2020, according to Amazon editors.

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