We Keep the Dead Close

Discover the chilling narrative of 'We Keep the Dead Close', a gripping true crime account by Becky Cooper that delves into the mysterious 1969 murder of Jane Britton, a promising Harvard graduate student. This thought-provoking book meticulously chronicles a decade-long investigation, uncovering secrets and a whisper network that kept Jane's story alive. The haunting tale explores themes of gender, power dynamics, and the shadows cast by academia. In 'We Keep the Dead Close', Cooper weaves a compelling narrative that highlights her own personal journey and the complexities of unraveling a decades-old mystery. Embrace a reading experience that is both heartbreaking and enlightening, perfect for true crime enthusiasts and those interested in historical narratives. With its stunning prose and thorough research, this book has garnered critical acclaim, being shortlisted for the Crime Writers' Association ALCS Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction. If you seek a book that tells a haunting story of ambition, betrayal, and resilience, ‘We Keep the Dead Close’ is essential for your collection. Get your copy today and uncover the truths of a story that refuses to stay buried. This brand new paperback edition features 512 pages of captivating content published by Random House UK in 2021. Enjoy free shipping, but please note that combined shipping with other products is not available. Allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786090553
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 512


Description:
SHORTLISTED FOR THE CRIME WRITERS' ASSOCIATION ALCS GOLD DAGGER FOR NON-FICTION

'Brilliant and extraordinary' Philippe Sands

'Astonishing ... Cooper is one hell of a detective' Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, author of The Fact of a Body

'Seductive ... Haunting' Ariel Levy, author of The Rules Do Not Apply

In 1969, Jane Britton, an ambitious graduate student at Harvard, was found bludgeoned to death in her apartment. A whisper network kept Jane's story alive- a rumour of an affair with a professor that ended in tragedy when Britton threatened to expose him.

Forty years later, when curious undergrad Becky Cooper first heard the story, she felt compelled to find out more. We Keep the Dead Close is an account of her complex and fascinating investigation spanning a decade.


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