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Join Frances Baird, an intrepid detective from the Watkins Agency of New York City, as she dives into a world of intrigue and suspense at The Maples. Initially tasked to protect a precious set of diamonds amidst the bustling celebrations of James Jr., Mr. Deneens eldest sons wedding, Frances soon finds herself entangled in a web of mystery far beyond her initial assignment. Will she be able to unravel the truth behind the sinister events unfolding? Tune in to find out. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)

London's most notorious gangsters, in their own words . . . The Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller. The Kray twins were Britain's most notorious gangsters. Ruling London's underworld for more than a decade, as gang lords they were among the most powerful and feared men in the city. Photographed by...

A fascinating glimpse into some of the most notorious crimes and trials of the last 100 years. Using the original trial transcripts, eyewitness accounts and contemporary newspaper reports, we witness the actual events that made each trial a cause célèbre of its day.

In March 1950, Timothy Evans, aged 25, was hanged for the murder of his wife and child. Sixteen years, later the queen was to grant him a full pardon. So why did Timothy Evans confess to murder? Why was John Reginald Christie, his neighbour, not arrested until April Fool’s Day three years later? And what was the gruesome discovery behind the kitchen wall? The shocking truth of the sordid and tragic events that took place behind the doors of number 10 Rillington Place was to horrify the nation.