?SHADOW OF DOUBT: PROBing the Supreme Court,? the first book of its kind to be written in the country, will be launched on March 16.

Published by Newsbreak, the book written by journalist Marites Dañguilan Vitug promises to open the tightly shut windows of the high court and give readers a glimpse of the least visible branch of government.

Shadow of Doubt will introduce the public to the internal dynamics of the court and give an idea of how the justices behave and think. The book would then provide context to the raging controversy on the appointment of a new Chief Justice.

Asked why she wrote the book, Vitug said: ?I was so intrigued by the secrecy that wraps the court, its culture of confidentiality. The Supreme Court is an important institution yet it?s not really scrutinized.? This is Vitug?s fourth book.

Both hardbound and paperback editions of Shadow of Doubt will be available at Newsbreak and at select outlets. Inquiries can be made with admin@newsbreak.com.ph or call Cecille Santos or Arnold Gueco at 9200997.

Check out www.newsbreak.com.ph for other details.