The narrative centers on Geronimo Pratt, a decorated war hero and influential community figure, who becomes a victim of a monumental miscarriage of justice orchestrated by the FBI. His harrowing journey highlights themes of resilience and the fight against systemic corruption, shedding light on the darker aspects of American history. The book explores Pratt's struggle to clear his name and the impact of wrongful accusations on his life and the community he served.
The narrative reveals the shocking tale of a serial rapist in Spokane, Washington, who was ultimately unmasked as the charming and affluent heir of a prominent local family. This true crime classic, originally published in 1983, delves into the complexities of privilege and the dark underbelly of a seemingly idyllic community. Enhanced by a new foreword, it provides a gripping exploration of crime, identity, and societal expectations.
The book offers an in-depth exploration of the psyche of a notorious serial killer, featuring direct insights from the murderer himself. Prize-winning journalist Jack Olsen utilizes his unique access to delve into the motivations and thoughts behind the killer's actions, providing readers with a chilling yet compelling perspective on crime and the complexities of human nature.
At first they didn't know...For twenty-five years, the trusted family doctor in a small Wyoming town had been raping and molesting the women and children who most relied on him.Then they were afraid to tell...Mostly Mormons, the naive victims sometimes realized on their wedding nights the truth about what had happened in Dr. Story's office.Then nobody believed them...In riveting detail, veteran crime writer Jack Olsen tells the searing story of a small group of courageous women who decided to bring a doctor to justice - and unearthed a legacy of pain and anger that would divide their families, their neighbors...and an entire town.
Oregon State Police arrested John Sosnovske and Laverne Pavlinac for the rape and murder of Taunja Bennett. There was just one problem. They had the wrong people. Keith Hunter Jesperson was a long haul truck driver and the murderer of eight women, including Taunja Bennett. This is his story.
A chilling investigation into a series of alleged murders reveals the dark underbelly of Gypsy culture in America. The bestselling author delves into this complex and often misunderstood community, uncovering secrets and tensions that challenge perceptions. Through a gripping narrative, the book explores themes of identity, tradition, and the clash between modern society and ancient customs, offering readers a thought-provoking look at a hidden world.
Olsen delivers the chilling tale of a mother so desperate for attention that she murdered one of her children and repeatedly attempted to suffocate the other. This is the first book to focus on Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, a disorder in which parents create fake illnesses in their children to receive attention from their families and medical practitioners.
( True Crime. Der wahre Kriminalfall). 298 S.
