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Wrong Place, Wrong Time: The Tragedy of the West Memphis Three tells the haunting story of a small-town murder case that spiralled into one of the most notorious miscarriages of justice in American history. In 1993, three eight-year-old boys were found brutally murdered in West Memphis, Arkansas. Within weeks, three teenagers—Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley—were arrested, tried, and convicted, not because of hard evidence, but because of their appearance, music taste, and the town’s fear of the unknown. What followed was a decades-long fight for truth, as cracks in...

On a quiet afternoon in Arlington, Texas, nine-year-old Amber Hagerman vanished while riding her bicycle—a moment that would forever alter the nation's approach to child abduction. Her disappearance and the subsequent discovery of her body shocked the community and led to the creation of the AMBER Alert system, a legacy born from tragedy. This meticulously researched account delves deep into the events surrounding Amber's abduction and murder. Through interviews, case files, and media reports, the book reconstructs the timeline of that fateful day, the exhaustive search efforts, and the ...

On the morning of January 24, 2006, 24-year-old Jennifer Kesse vanished from her Orlando condominium without a trace. Her car was discovered days later, abandoned just a mile away, with surveillance footage capturing a mysterious figure leaving the scene—face obscured, identity unknown. Nearly two decades have passed, and Jennifer's case remains one of Florida's most perplexing unsolved mysteries. In No Trace, delve deep into the investigation that baffled seasoned detectives, explore the myriad of leads—from construction workers at her complex to potential abductions—and uncover the ...

In the quiet town of Belen, New Mexico, 19-year-old Tara Calico embarked on a routine bike ride on September 20, 1988. She never returned. Her disappearance remains one of the most perplexing mysteries in American true crime history. This meticulously researched account delves into Tara's life, the events leading up to her vanishing, and the haunting aftermath. From the discovery of a chilling Polaroid photograph in Florida, believed to depict Tara and a young boy bound and gagged, to the cryptic clues and conflicting analyses that followed, the case has baffled investigators and captivated...

On a stormy Thanksgiving Eve in 1971, a man known only as “Dan Cooper” boarded Northwest Orient Flight 305, claimed to have a bomb, and demanded $200,000 in cash and four parachutes. After releasing the passengers in Seattle, he vanished mid-flight—parachuting into the freezing darkness over the Pacific Northwest. He was never seen again. Decades later, the case remains the only unsolved skyjacking in U.S. history. Despite an exhaustive FBI investigation, Cooper’s identity and fate remain a mystery, fuelling endless speculation and intrigue. In The Man Who Wasn't There, Mark Stokes ...

In the quiet, affluent communities of Long Island, a series of chilling murders remained unsolved for over a decade, casting a long shadow over the area. Dubbed the "Gilgo Beach Murders," these crimes involved the discovery of multiple bodies along the desolate shores, all linked by a common thread of tragedy and mystery. Shadows on the Shore delves deep into this haunting case, unraveling the complex web of events that led to the identification of the elusive killer. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, the book explores the lives of the victims, the challenges faced by...

In April 2020, 20-year-old US Army specialist Vanessa Guillen vanished from Fort Hood, Texas. What followed was a harrowing tale of injustice, cover-up, and ultimately, her brutal murder. Missing from the Barracks retraces the chilling final days of a young soldier whose pleas for help were ignored, and whose disappearance ignited an outcry from her family, fellow service members, and a nation demanding answers. This book lays bare how systemic failures within the military - ranging from unchecked sexual harassment to institutional deceit - shaped Vanessa’s fate. Through exclusive ...

Dennis Rader lived a life of chilling contradiction: church leader, Cub Scout volunteer, family man—yet beneath that veneer lurked one of America’s most notorious serial killers. Between 1974 and 1991, “BTK” (Bind, Torture, Kill) murdered ten people in Wichita, Kansas, targeting women, children, and the vulnerable in their own homes. He bound them, tortured them, sometimes using plastic bags, strangulation, ligatures, and left personal mementos—items stolen from the victims—some kept for decades. The BTK Files reconstructs the long, painstaking trail of fear, rumours, cold leads...

On March 19, 2004, 17-year-old Brianna Maitland vanished without a trace after clocking out from her shift at the Black Lantern Inn in Montgomery, Vermont. Her car was discovered the following morning, backed into the side of an abandoned farmhouse along Route 118, a mile from her workplace. Inside, her belongings were found undisturbed, yet there was no sign of Brianna. Despite extensive investigations, including interviews, forensic analysis, and public appeals, her fate remains a haunting mystery. This book delves into the perplexing circumstances surrounding Brianna's disappearance, ...

Los Angeles, 1977–78: a city mesmerized by beauty, promise — and a growing dread. The Hillside Stranglers: The Life and Crimes of Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono plunges you into a nightmare that stalked quiet neighborhoods and flashy boulevards alike. Young women were abducted under the pretense of law enforcement; some were forced into Buono’s upholstery shop, others taken under false authority. The terror was neither distant nor abstract — it lived in the shadows of your street, in the stranger flashing a badge. As bodies piled up, the city held its breath, waiting for salvation...

Anthony Sowell—known to the public as The Cleveland Strangler—was a seemingly ordinary former Marine, the kind of neighbor who played chess and hosted barbecues in East Cleveland. Beneath that façade, however, lurked a calculated predator. Between May 2007 and September 2009, Sowell lured vulnerable women—many struggling with addiction—to his home with promises of drugs or companionship. Inside, he raped, tortured, and strangled them, hiding the remains of eleven women in and around his property—some in shallow graves in his backyard, others concealed in the basement or crawl ...

Keys in the Ignition: The Unsolved Case of Phoenix Coldon is a gripping true crime narrative that delves into the mysterious disappearance of 23-year-old Phoenix Coldon, a talented young woman whose life was abruptly cut short on December 18, 2011. Last seen leaving her family home in Spanish Lake, Missouri, Phoenix's black 1998 Chevy Blazer was discovered hours later in East St. Louis, Illinois, abandoned with the keys still in the ignition and her personal belongings inside. Despite the immediate discovery of her vehicle, Phoenix was never seen again, and the case remains unsolved. The ...

In the heat of the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics, a horrifying act shattered the world’s sense of security: a pipe bomb detonated in Centennial Olympic Park, killing one and injuring over 100—an attack by Eric Robert Rudolph, a man driven by extremist beliefs and a twisted mission. Olympic Bomber delves into Rudolph’s calculated campaign of terror, which extended beyond the Olympics to abortion clinics and a gay nightclub—revealing a chilling portrait of violence fuelled by hatred and ideology. This narrative takes readers from the moment of the blast to the relentless five-year ...

In January 2013, a seemingly ordinary day at Valdosta High School turned into a national mystery when 17‑year‑old Kendrick Johnson was discovered dead, mysteriously positioned inside a rolled-up gym mat. What initially appeared as a tragic accident soon spiraled into a conundrum of conflicting evidence, whispered rumors of foul play, and growing distrust in official explanations. Buried Truth dives headfirst into this perplexing case, following every twist—from the heartbreak of a grieving family demanding answers to the chilling undercurrent of possible cover‑ups. Through ...

Step into the haunting world of one of America's most perplexing and tragic unsolved mysteries—the murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey. In this meticulously researched account, Junior Beauty Queen delves deep into the life of the young beauty pageant star and the events leading up to her untimely death in Boulder, Colorado, on December 26, 1996. Through a blend of investigative journalism, psychological analysis, and a critical examination of the media's role, this book offers readers an in-depth look at the complexities surrounding the case. Explore the various theories that have ...

On 13th February 2017, the small town of Delphi, Indiana, was forever changed. Best friends Abigail Williams, 13, and Liberty German, 14, set out to explore the Monon High Bridge trail on a day off from school. They never returned. The next day, their bodies were discovered near the trail, and a haunting audio clip captured by Libby on her phone—of a man saying, "Down the hill"—became a chilling clue in a case that would grip the nation. Down the Hill delves deep into the investigation that spanned years, baffled seasoned detectives, and drew amateur sleuths from around the world. With ...

Imagine if you had all the funds you need to create a property portfolio that will enable your family’s financial independence. Well, this book will show you how that is possible with a SSAS (Small Self-Administered Scheme) pension, which can be the game-changer you have been looking for.

Having a SSAS is like running a business. You have the control to make your decisions, and you shape your strategy. You make the investments, you decide who you work with. By investing your time in understanding the rules, exploring the opportunity and creating your strategy you can unlocking the impactful benefits that can truly change the course of your compounding wealth. Are you one of the 99% of the population whose pension strategy is to pay into a monthly scheme for 40 years and devoting one to two minutes each year of opening your pension statement annually?

This essential manual by business and development expert Mark Stokes is based on his three decades experiencing global corporate life, business, property investing, and commercial-to-residential conversions. Whether you are new to business, property, and investing, or taking your business to the next level, this indispensable manual will guide you through the proven 12 principles for mastering commercial to residential conversions.