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Genealogy of a Murder: Four Generations, Three Families, One Fateful Night

Name: Genealogy of a Murder: Four Generations, Three Families, One Fateful Night
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Book Synopsis: A Next Big Idea Club Must-Read Book for May 2023 The multigenerational tale of three families whose paths collide one summer night in 1960 with the murder of a police officer.

Independence Day weekend, 1960: a young cop is murdered, shocking his close-knit community in Stamford, Connecticut. The killer remains at large, his identity still unknown. But on a beach not far away, a young Army doctor, on vacation from his post at a research lab in a maximum-security prison, faces a chilling realization. He knows who the shooter is. In fact, the man―a prisoner out on parole―had called him only days before. By helping his former charge and trainee, the doctor, a believer in second chances, may have inadvertently helped set the murder into motion. And with that one phone call, may have sealed a policeman’s fate.

Alvin Tarlov, David Troy, and Joseph DeSalvo were all born of the Great Depression, all with grandparents who’d left different homelands for the same American Dream. How did one become a doctor, one a cop, and one a convict? In Genealogy of a Murder, journalist Lisa Belkin traces the paths of each of these three men―one of them her stepfather. Her canvas is large, spanning the first half of the 20th century: immigration, the struggles of the working class, prison reform, medical experiments, politics and war, the nature/nurture debate, epigenetics, the infamous Leopold and Loeb case, and the history of motorcycle racing. It is also intimate: a look into the workings of the mind and heart.

Following these threads to their tragic outcome in July 1960, and beyond, Belkin examines the coincidences and choices that led to one fateful night. The result is a brilliantly researched, narratively ingenious story, which illuminates how we shape history even as we are shaped by it. 8 pages of illustrations

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Experience the gripping multigenerational tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Genealogy of a Murder is a must-read book for those who crave thrilling narratives and unforgettable characters. This Next Big Idea Club selection for May 2023 will take you on a journey through time, as three families' paths collide on one fateful night in 1960. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of mystery, suspense, and the shocking truth.

Step into the heart of Stamford, Connecticut, on Independence Day weekend, 1960. The murder of a police officer shocks the tight-knit community. As the killer remains unknown, a young Army doctor vacationing nearby makes a chilling realization - he knows the shooter. By inadvertently helping his former charge and trainee, he may have sealed the policeman's fate. With every turn of the page, the suspense builds, leaving you eager to uncover the truth behind this riveting crime.

But Genealogy of a Murder doesn't just deliver an enthralling murder mystery; it offers so much more. Journalist Lisa Belkin weaves a rich tapestry of history and human complexity, exploring the lives of three men - Alvin Tarlov, David Troy, and Joseph DeSalvo. These men, born of the Great Depression, embarked on different paths that led them to become a doctor, a cop, and a convict. Join Belkin as she delves into the defining moments that shaped their destinies, including immigration, prison reform, medical experiments, and the nature versus nurture debate.

Spanning the first half of the 20th century, Genealogy of a Murder is a masterfully crafted story that intertwines threads of history, politics, and personal choices. Belkin leaves no stone unturned as she examines the coincidences and decisions that culminated in one fatal night. With her deeply researched narrative and impeccable attention to detail, she sheds light on how our actions shape history and, in turn, shape us.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this captivating journey. Uncover the secrets that lie within Genealogy of a Murder and experience a tale that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page. Get your hands on this must-read book today and be prepared to be captivated from start to finish. Order now and discover a modern-day classic that will leave you breathless.

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