Author: Nigel Wier
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1456779591
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This book is about the murders of police officers in the United Kingdom since the end of the Second World War till the modern day. You will see that all the murders are horrific and and without any justification against the people will ask to police our streets. You will see that most of the officers are unarmed and all our brave. The murderer does not distinguish between the ranks of the police officers as you will see in this book, it appears that he kills with malice with no thought for anyone apart from himself. I hope the book gives you a little insight into the world of a policeman and what they have to face each and every day.
The Story of Real Life Police Murders.
Author: Nigel Wier
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1456779591
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This book is about the murders of police officers in the United Kingdom since the end of the Second World War till the modern day. You will see that all the murders are horrific and and without any justification against the people will ask to police our streets. You will see that most of the officers are unarmed and all our brave. The murderer does not distinguish between the ranks of the police officers as you will see in this book, it appears that he kills with malice with no thought for anyone apart from himself. I hope the book gives you a little insight into the world of a policeman and what they have to face each and every day.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1456779591
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This book is about the murders of police officers in the United Kingdom since the end of the Second World War till the modern day. You will see that all the murders are horrific and and without any justification against the people will ask to police our streets. You will see that most of the officers are unarmed and all our brave. The murderer does not distinguish between the ranks of the police officers as you will see in this book, it appears that he kills with malice with no thought for anyone apart from himself. I hope the book gives you a little insight into the world of a policeman and what they have to face each and every day.
Tacoma Confidential
Author: Paul LaRosa
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780451217264
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
In the quiet town of Gig Harbor, Washington, well-liked police chief David Brame, distraught over his impending divorce, shoots his wife to death in front of their two children, and then kills himself, shocking residents and opening an investigation that revealed Brame's true nature. Original.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780451217264
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
In the quiet town of Gig Harbor, Washington, well-liked police chief David Brame, distraught over his impending divorce, shoots his wife to death in front of their two children, and then kills himself, shocking residents and opening an investigation that revealed Brame's true nature. Original.
Circumstantial Evidence
Author: Pete Earley
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
The bestselling author of The Hot House once again combines the facts, the real people, and the location itself into this true story, a wide-ranging portrait of the interplay of race, sex, and justice in the American South, made all the more real because it takes place in the same small Alabama town that was the fictional "Maycomb" in Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Optioned for film by MGM. Photos.
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
The bestselling author of The Hot House once again combines the facts, the real people, and the location itself into this true story, a wide-ranging portrait of the interplay of race, sex, and justice in the American South, made all the more real because it takes place in the same small Alabama town that was the fictional "Maycomb" in Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Optioned for film by MGM. Photos.
Stay Sexy & Don't Get Murdered
Author: Karen Kilgariff
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1250178967
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
The instant #1 New York Times and USA Today best seller by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, the voices behind the hit podcast My Favorite Murder! Sharing never-before-heard stories ranging from their struggles with depression, eating disorders, and addiction, Karen and Georgia irreverently recount their biggest mistakes and deepest fears, reflecting on the formative life events that shaped them into two of the most followed voices in the nation. In Stay Sexy & Don’t Get Murdered, Karen and Georgia focus on the importance of self-advocating and valuing personal safety over being ‘nice’ or ‘helpful.’ They delve into their own pasts, true crime stories, and beyond to discuss meaningful cultural and societal issues with fierce empathy and unapologetic frankness. “In many respects, Stay Sexy & Don’t Get Murdered distills the My Favorite Murder podcast into its most essential elements: Georgia and Karen. They lay themselves bare on the page, in all of their neuroses, triumphs, failures, and struggles. From eating disorders to substance abuse and kleptomania to the wonders of therapy, Kilgariff and Hardstark recount their lives with honesty, humor, and compassion, offering their best unqualified life-advice along the way.” —Entertainment Weekly “Like the podcast, the book offers funny, feminist advice for survival—both in the sense of not getting killed and just, like, getting a job and working through your personal shit so you can pay your bills and have friends.” —Rolling Stone At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1250178967
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
The instant #1 New York Times and USA Today best seller by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, the voices behind the hit podcast My Favorite Murder! Sharing never-before-heard stories ranging from their struggles with depression, eating disorders, and addiction, Karen and Georgia irreverently recount their biggest mistakes and deepest fears, reflecting on the formative life events that shaped them into two of the most followed voices in the nation. In Stay Sexy & Don’t Get Murdered, Karen and Georgia focus on the importance of self-advocating and valuing personal safety over being ‘nice’ or ‘helpful.’ They delve into their own pasts, true crime stories, and beyond to discuss meaningful cultural and societal issues with fierce empathy and unapologetic frankness. “In many respects, Stay Sexy & Don’t Get Murdered distills the My Favorite Murder podcast into its most essential elements: Georgia and Karen. They lay themselves bare on the page, in all of their neuroses, triumphs, failures, and struggles. From eating disorders to substance abuse and kleptomania to the wonders of therapy, Kilgariff and Hardstark recount their lives with honesty, humor, and compassion, offering their best unqualified life-advice along the way.” —Entertainment Weekly “Like the podcast, the book offers funny, feminist advice for survival—both in the sense of not getting killed and just, like, getting a job and working through your personal shit so you can pay your bills and have friends.” —Rolling Stone At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Lazarus Files
Author: Matthew McGough
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 0805095594
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 609
Book Description
A deeply-reported, riveting account of a cold case murder in Los Angeles, unsolved until DNA evidence implicated a shocking suspect – a female detective within the LAPD’s own ranks. On February 24, 1986, 29-year-old newlywed Sherri Rasmussen was murdered in the home she shared with her husband, John. The crime scene suggested a ferocious struggle, and police initially assumed it was a burglary gone awry. Before her death, Sherri had confided to her parents that an ex-girlfriend of John’s, a Los Angeles police officer, had threatened her. The Rasmussens urged the LAPD to investigate the ex-girlfriend, but the original detectives only pursued burglary suspects, and the case went cold. DNA analysis did not exist when Sherri was murdered. Decades later, a swab from a bite mark on Sherri’s arm revealed her killer was in fact female, not male. A DNA match led to the arrest and conviction of veteran LAPD Detective Stephanie Lazarus, John’s onetime girlfriend. The Lazarus Files delivers the visceral experience of being inside a real-life murder mystery. McGough reconstructs the lives of Sherri, John and Stephanie; the love triangle that led to Sherri’s murder; and the homicide investigation that followed. Was Stephanie protected by her fellow officers? What did the LAPD know, and when did they know it? Are there other LAPD cold cases with a police connection that remain unsolved?
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 0805095594
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 609
Book Description
A deeply-reported, riveting account of a cold case murder in Los Angeles, unsolved until DNA evidence implicated a shocking suspect – a female detective within the LAPD’s own ranks. On February 24, 1986, 29-year-old newlywed Sherri Rasmussen was murdered in the home she shared with her husband, John. The crime scene suggested a ferocious struggle, and police initially assumed it was a burglary gone awry. Before her death, Sherri had confided to her parents that an ex-girlfriend of John’s, a Los Angeles police officer, had threatened her. The Rasmussens urged the LAPD to investigate the ex-girlfriend, but the original detectives only pursued burglary suspects, and the case went cold. DNA analysis did not exist when Sherri was murdered. Decades later, a swab from a bite mark on Sherri’s arm revealed her killer was in fact female, not male. A DNA match led to the arrest and conviction of veteran LAPD Detective Stephanie Lazarus, John’s onetime girlfriend. The Lazarus Files delivers the visceral experience of being inside a real-life murder mystery. McGough reconstructs the lives of Sherri, John and Stephanie; the love triangle that led to Sherri’s murder; and the homicide investigation that followed. Was Stephanie protected by her fellow officers? What did the LAPD know, and when did they know it? Are there other LAPD cold cases with a police connection that remain unsolved?
Portrait of a Past-Life Skeptic
Author: Robert L. Snow
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738747017
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
A veteran police detective, Robert Snow was devoted to evidence and hard facts—he had never given any thought to reincarnation. But during a hypnotic regression, he experiences a vivid awareness of being alive in three separate historical scenes. Remaining skeptical, Snow begins to investigate with the intention of disproving reincarnation. Instead, diligent research and corroboration from multiple sources reveal solid evidence that he lived a former life as Carroll Beckwith, a nineteenth-century American artist. Portrait of a Past Life Skeptic tells the fascinating story of Robert Snow's transformation from skeptic to believer.
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738747017
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
A veteran police detective, Robert Snow was devoted to evidence and hard facts—he had never given any thought to reincarnation. But during a hypnotic regression, he experiences a vivid awareness of being alive in three separate historical scenes. Remaining skeptical, Snow begins to investigate with the intention of disproving reincarnation. Instead, diligent research and corroboration from multiple sources reveal solid evidence that he lived a former life as Carroll Beckwith, a nineteenth-century American artist. Portrait of a Past Life Skeptic tells the fascinating story of Robert Snow's transformation from skeptic to believer.
The Innocent Man
Author: John Grisham
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0307576019
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • LOOK FOR THE NETFLIX ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY SERIES • “Both an American tragedy and [Grisham’s] strongest legal thriller yet, all the more gripping because it happens to be true.”—Entertainment Weekly John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction: a true crime masterpiece that tells the story of small town justice gone terribly awry. In the Major League draft of 1971, the first player chosen from the state of Oklahoma was Ron Williamson. When he signed with the Oakland A’s, he said goodbye to his hometown of Ada and left to pursue his dreams of big league glory. Six years later he was back, his dreams broken by a bad arm and bad habits. He began to show signs of mental illness. Unable to keep a job, he moved in with his mother and slept twenty hours a day on her sofa. In 1982, a twenty-one-year-old cocktail waitress in Ada named Debra Sue Carter was raped and murdered, and for five years the police could not solve the crime. For reasons that were never clear, they suspected Ron Williamson and his friend Dennis Fritz. The two were finally arrested in 1987 and charged with capital murder. With no physical evidence, the prosecution’s case was built on junk science and the testimony of jailhouse snitches and convicts. Dennis Fritz was found guilty and given a life sentence. Ron Williamson was sent to death row. If you believe that in America you are innocent until proven guilty, this book will shock you. If you believe in the death penalty, this book will disturb you. If you believe the criminal justice system is fair, this book will infuriate you. Don’t miss Framed, John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction since The Innocent Man, co-authored with Centurion Ministries founder Jim McCloskey.
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0307576019
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • LOOK FOR THE NETFLIX ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY SERIES • “Both an American tragedy and [Grisham’s] strongest legal thriller yet, all the more gripping because it happens to be true.”—Entertainment Weekly John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction: a true crime masterpiece that tells the story of small town justice gone terribly awry. In the Major League draft of 1971, the first player chosen from the state of Oklahoma was Ron Williamson. When he signed with the Oakland A’s, he said goodbye to his hometown of Ada and left to pursue his dreams of big league glory. Six years later he was back, his dreams broken by a bad arm and bad habits. He began to show signs of mental illness. Unable to keep a job, he moved in with his mother and slept twenty hours a day on her sofa. In 1982, a twenty-one-year-old cocktail waitress in Ada named Debra Sue Carter was raped and murdered, and for five years the police could not solve the crime. For reasons that were never clear, they suspected Ron Williamson and his friend Dennis Fritz. The two were finally arrested in 1987 and charged with capital murder. With no physical evidence, the prosecution’s case was built on junk science and the testimony of jailhouse snitches and convicts. Dennis Fritz was found guilty and given a life sentence. Ron Williamson was sent to death row. If you believe that in America you are innocent until proven guilty, this book will shock you. If you believe in the death penalty, this book will disturb you. If you believe the criminal justice system is fair, this book will infuriate you. Don’t miss Framed, John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction since The Innocent Man, co-authored with Centurion Ministries founder Jim McCloskey.
True Crime - Ultimate Collection of Real Life Murders & Mysteries
Author: Edgar Wallace
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Edgar Wallace's 'True Crime - Ultimate Collection of Real Life Murders & Mysteries' is a riveting compilation of true crime stories that delve into the darkest aspects of human nature. With a unique blend of suspenseful storytelling and meticulous investigative detail, Wallace expertly crafts each narrative to captivate readers and keep them on the edge of their seats. The book is a perfect example of Wallace's ability to bring real-life cases to life through his immersive writing style, providing a chilling yet fascinating look into the world of crime and mystery. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, Wallace's work stands out in the literary world as a cornerstone in the true crime genre, paving the way for future authors to explore the depths of human depravity. As a former journalist and war correspondent, Edgar Wallace's firsthand experience with crime and mystery undoubtedly influenced his decision to compile this collection of real-life murders and mysteries. His keen eye for detail and journalistic approach to storytelling shine through in each story, showcasing his dedication to uncovering the truth behind each case. Wallace's passion for justice and unravelling the complexities of criminal behavior is evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for true crime enthusiasts and mystery lovers alike. For readers who enjoy delving into the darker side of human nature and unraveling the complexities of real-life mysteries, Edgar Wallace's 'True Crime - Ultimate Collection of Real Life Murders & Mysteries' is a compelling read that will leave you enthralled from start to finish. With its engaging narratives and gripping storytelling, this book is sure to satisfy the cravings of mystery lovers and true crime aficionados looking for a captivating read.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Edgar Wallace's 'True Crime - Ultimate Collection of Real Life Murders & Mysteries' is a riveting compilation of true crime stories that delve into the darkest aspects of human nature. With a unique blend of suspenseful storytelling and meticulous investigative detail, Wallace expertly crafts each narrative to captivate readers and keep them on the edge of their seats. The book is a perfect example of Wallace's ability to bring real-life cases to life through his immersive writing style, providing a chilling yet fascinating look into the world of crime and mystery. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, Wallace's work stands out in the literary world as a cornerstone in the true crime genre, paving the way for future authors to explore the depths of human depravity. As a former journalist and war correspondent, Edgar Wallace's firsthand experience with crime and mystery undoubtedly influenced his decision to compile this collection of real-life murders and mysteries. His keen eye for detail and journalistic approach to storytelling shine through in each story, showcasing his dedication to uncovering the truth behind each case. Wallace's passion for justice and unravelling the complexities of criminal behavior is evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for true crime enthusiasts and mystery lovers alike. For readers who enjoy delving into the darker side of human nature and unraveling the complexities of real-life mysteries, Edgar Wallace's 'True Crime - Ultimate Collection of Real Life Murders & Mysteries' is a compelling read that will leave you enthralled from start to finish. With its engaging narratives and gripping storytelling, this book is sure to satisfy the cravings of mystery lovers and true crime aficionados looking for a captivating read.
Ghettoside
Author: Jill Leovy
Publisher: One World/Ballantine
ISBN: 0385529988
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
"Discusses the hundreds of murders that occur in Los Angeles each year, and focuses on the story of the dedicated group of detectives who pursued justice at any cost in the killing of Bryant Tennelle"--Publisher's description.
Publisher: One World/Ballantine
ISBN: 0385529988
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
"Discusses the hundreds of murders that occur in Los Angeles each year, and focuses on the story of the dedicated group of detectives who pursued justice at any cost in the killing of Bryant Tennelle"--Publisher's description.
Devil's Knot
Author: Mara Leveritt
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471131076
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
Based on a true story, this edition of Devil's Knot will tie-in to a major motion picture starring Academy Award winners Reese Witherspoon and Colin Firth. This riveting portrait of a small Arkansas town recounts the all-too-true story of a brutal triple murder and the eighteen-year imprisonment of three innocent teenagers. For weeks in 1993, after the grisly murders of three eight-year-old boys, police in West Memphis, Arkansas, seemed stumped. Then suddenly, detectives charged three teenagers - alleged members of a satanic cult - with the killings. Despite the witch-hunt atmosphere of the trials and a case that included stunning investigative blunders, the teenagers, who became known as the West Memphis Three, were convicted. Jurors sentenced Jason Baldwin and Jessie Misskelley to life in prison and Damien Echols, the accused ringleader, to death. The guilty verdicts were popular in their home state - even upheld on appeal - and all three remained in prison until their unprecedented release in August 2011. In Devil's Knot, award-winning investigative journalist Mara Leveritt presents the most comprehensive, insightful reporting ever done on this story - one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in American legal history. In-depth research, meticulous reconstruction of the investigation and close-up views of its key participants unravel the many tangled knots of this endlessly shocking case.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471131076
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
Based on a true story, this edition of Devil's Knot will tie-in to a major motion picture starring Academy Award winners Reese Witherspoon and Colin Firth. This riveting portrait of a small Arkansas town recounts the all-too-true story of a brutal triple murder and the eighteen-year imprisonment of three innocent teenagers. For weeks in 1993, after the grisly murders of three eight-year-old boys, police in West Memphis, Arkansas, seemed stumped. Then suddenly, detectives charged three teenagers - alleged members of a satanic cult - with the killings. Despite the witch-hunt atmosphere of the trials and a case that included stunning investigative blunders, the teenagers, who became known as the West Memphis Three, were convicted. Jurors sentenced Jason Baldwin and Jessie Misskelley to life in prison and Damien Echols, the accused ringleader, to death. The guilty verdicts were popular in their home state - even upheld on appeal - and all three remained in prison until their unprecedented release in August 2011. In Devil's Knot, award-winning investigative journalist Mara Leveritt presents the most comprehensive, insightful reporting ever done on this story - one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in American legal history. In-depth research, meticulous reconstruction of the investigation and close-up views of its key participants unravel the many tangled knots of this endlessly shocking case.