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Interested in murder, mayhem, and mystery? Join us monthly to discuss true crime titles. Register to receive a Zoom link.
January's Book: "Please ... Don't Kill Me: The True Story of the Milo Murder by William C. Dear and Carlton Stowers".
"I don't care who you hire, or what the company has to pay him ... so long as he's the best there is." This anguished cry from the wife of murder victim Dean Milo would draw private investigator Bill Dear into one of the most frustrating and ultimately triumphant cases of his career. Dean Milo was a phenomenally successful businessman who had built a tiny family business into a $50 million-a-year corporation. Along the way he had established a lengthy list of enemies that began with his immediate family and stretched throughout the social and business community. His fast-track ride to the top came to a violent halt on August 11, 1980, when Milo was found dead in his luxurious Ohio home, shot twice in the head. A blank telegram form lay nearby. Four months after his death, the investigation remained a confusing collection of non sequiturs. Clues pointed toward Milo's involvement with the Mafia, the drug world, and the gay community. His own family refused to cooperate with the authorities. And time was ticking by ... In desperation, Maggie Milo turned to Texas private eye Bill Dear. This is the gripping story of the remarkable collaboration between Dear and the police detectives of Akron, Ohio, that led to eleven convictions, an Ohio record. It is also a tale of human weakness, desperation, and the overwhelming greed that led to a sudden death. (Provided by publisher)
Place a hold on "Please ... Don't Kill Me: The True Story of the Milo Murder" by William C. Dear and Carlton Stowers.
Also by the authors:
"Scream at the Sky: Five Texas Murders and One Man's Crusade for Justice" by Carlton Stowers.
Similar titles:
"Kitty Genovese : The Murder, the Bystanders, the Crime that Changed America" by Kevin Cook.
"Every Breath You Take : A True Story of Obsession, Revenge, and Murder" by Ann Rule.
This event is for all adults interested in discussing true crime! The event will be captioned. If you require another access service to fully participate or have any questions about accessibility, please contact the Business, Government, & Science Division at 330.643.9020 or email BGSDIV@akronlibrary.org. To ensure the best experience, please try to contact us at your soonest convenience.
This is a free, virtual program taking place via Zoom. A Zoom link and instructions will be emailed to all registrants the week of the program.
Contact the Business, Government, & Science Division with any questions at 330.643.9020 or email BGSDIV@akronlibrary.org
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |
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