We have a whole list of books you can read from to join the discussion - just go to the Reader Services desk and ask for the reading list. But here are a few titles to look at in the meantime.
Midnight in Peking: how the murder of a young Englishwoman haunted the last days of old China by Paul French - Historian and China expert Paul French uncovers the truth behind the notorious murder of Pamela Werner, and offers a rare glimpse of the last days of colonial Peking.
The Man in the Rockefeller Suit: the astonishing rise and spectacular fall of a serial imposter by Mark Seal - A probing and cinematic exploration of an audacious impostor, Christian Gerheitsreiter, and his "talented Mr. Ripley" story as Clark Rockefeller.
The Science of Sherlock Holmes: from Baskerville Hall to the Valley of Fear, the real forensics behind the great detective's greatest cases - by E.J. Wagner - Holmes is, first, a great detective, but he has also proven to be a great scientist, whether dabbling with poisons, tobacco ash, or tire marks. Wagner explores this fascinating aspect of his career by showing how his investigations were grounded in the cutting-edge science of his day, especially the emerging field of forensics.
The Rescue Artist: a true story of art, thieves, and the hunt for a missing masterpiece - by Edward Dolnick - This suspense-filled book tells the true story of the 1994 theft of Edvard Munch's masterpiece "The Scream" from the National Gallery in Oslo, Norway, and the brilliant detective who gets it back.
In Cold Blood: a true account of a multiple murder and its consequences - by Truman Capote
An account of the senseless murder of a Kansas farm family and the search for the killers. This title won the 1966 Edgar Award for Best Fact Crime, and is considered on of the classics of the true crime genre.
If you are interested, join the Much Ado About Mysteries reading discussion group in the Community Room on September 13th at 7:00pm. Newcomers are always welcome!
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