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Suffer the Little Children is a factual biography that documents the brutal crimes of a serial killer who terrorized Oklahoma. Drawing on investigations, case studies, and witness testimony, the book examines how the perpetrator’s actions, including wife abuse and child sexual abuse, led to multiple murders. It also highlights the pivotal role of one of his wives, whose courage and cooperation provided critical evidence that ultimately secured a death‑row conviction.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Barbara Davis
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