Amanda Knox defends memoir amid family backlash

Amanda Knox has defended her new memoir, asserting that honoring her murdered flatmate Meredith Kercher's memory does not mean erasing her own story. Knox faced backlash from Kercher's family lawyer, who described her actions as 'inappropriate and disrespectful.' During an interview on Good Morning Britain, Knox expressed her hope that Kercher's family would read her book, stating that it honors Meredith's memory while also addressing her own experiences of trauma. She emphasized that her previous memoir, 'Waiting to Be Heard,' was different in focus and context, written during her legal battles, while her new book aims to reflect on personal growth and societal lessons. Knox was exonerated in 2015 after being wrongfully convicted of Kercher's murder, a case that continues to resonate due to its complexity and the media attention it received. She reiterated her intention to share her story without capitalizing on tragedy, framing it as a means of learning and healing for all involved.