The Prison Coalition
Represented by Chava Colon at the beginning of the story, this is an organization that provides support and services to prisoners.
St. Thomas
A housing project in New Orleans where Helen works at the time she becomes Patrick's spiritual adviser.
New Orleans
Where Sister Helen works with the poor prior to becoming involved with the death penalty.
Hope House
Where Sister Helen teaches adult education.
St. Martinville
Where Patrick's mother lives.
Baton Rogue
Where Helen's mother lives.
Louisiana State Penitentiary
Where Patrick Sonnier is being held for murder pending his execution.
Gruesome Gerty
The nickname given to the electric chair.
Death House
The name given to the building where inmates are held in the days prior to execution.
Covington
Where Robert Willie's family lives and where he was to be buried.
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