Killing Jodie
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
348
Book • Nonfiction
Australia • 1990s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Killing Jodie by Janet Fife-Yeomans chronicles the 1987 disappearance and murder of Australian sex worker Jodie Larcombe and the police's lengthy efforts to gather evidence against her suspected killer, Daryl Suckling. Despite finding incriminating evidence and Suckling's later confessions, the lack of a body initially complicates the case, leading to Suckling's eventual arrest and conviction years later.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
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Killing Jodie by Janet Fife-Yeomans presents a gripping true-crime narrative with meticulously detailed investigative work. Many commend the book’s compelling storytelling and thorough research, but some readers feel the writing lacks emotional depth and could be more engaging. Despite this, its factual accuracy and comprehensive coverage make it a valuable read for true-crime aficionados.
A reader who enjoys gripping true crime narratives and journalistic investigations would find Killing Jodie by Janet Fife-Yeomans captivating. Fans of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil and In Cold Blood will appreciate its detailed account of a haunting murder case, combining meticulous research with compelling storytelling.
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348
Book • Nonfiction
Australia • 1990s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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