Neither Fear Nor Favor: The Life and Legacy of Conchita Carpio Morales

Tracing Conchita Carpio Morales’ roots as a probinsyana in Paoay, then spanning all the way to her retirement and legacy, Neither Fear Nor Favor is an unflinching testament of Conchita Carpio Morales’ grit and tenacity. Beginning with the act of identifying her family tree, eventually moving towards all the generations that followed—ultimately landing on how she was brought up and in what circumstances—the book not only delves into her previous positions and contributions in the Philippine judicial system, it also helps illustrate the why’s and the how’s of her extensive, profound, and prolific career. 
 
Paired with Jose Dalisay’s prose and structure, the narrative is ushered forward seamlessly, not shy to showcase Justice Conchita Carpio Morales’ quick wit, sharp mind, and sense of humor, adding levity to an otherwise straightforward subject matter. Neither Fear Nor Favor reminds us why Conchita Carpio Morales is known for “restoring people’s faith” in the system. Likewise, this biography can aid in identifying and continuing what exactly made her so remarkable, particularly in the matter of truthful public service.