True Crime Book Club Special Guest: Author James T. Bartlett

Date and Time for this Past Event

Tuesday, Oct 25, 2022 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Details

This free, virtual Zoom program is for adults interested in discussing true crime. A Zoom link and instructions will be emailed to all registrants the week of the program.

Interested in murder, mayhem, and mystery? Join us online every month to discuss true crime titles. Special guest author Q&A in October. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9075.

October's book: "The Alaskan Blonde: Sex, Secrets, and the Hollywood Story that Shocked America" by James T. Bartlett

"Known as 'the most beautiful woman in Alaska,' Diane Wells was bruised and bloodied when she screamed for help in the early hours of October 17, 1953. Her wealthy husband Cecil had been shot dead, and she claimed they were victims of a brutal home invasion. Police were immediately suspicious and began to search for her alleged lover, black musician Johnny Warren. A sex scandal in far-off Alaska shocked the readers of Newsweek, Life, Jet, and pulp magazines, but no one thought it would end in a Hollywood tragedy. Journalist James T. Bartlett examines the flawed investigation and uncovers new evidence about 'the most notorious and baffling murder in the history of Fairbanks.'" - Back cover.

Place a hold on "The Alaskan Blonde: Sex, Secrets, and the Hollywood Story that Shocked America" by James T. Bartlett.

Contact the Business, Government & Science desk at 330.643.9075 or bgsdiv@akronlibrary.org for more information.