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The book examines the 1991 murders of four girls, each shot in the head and found bound and gagged in an Austin yogurt shop. It traces the long, troubled investigation, the misdirected efforts that led to overturned convictions, and the ongoing work of Austin police on this cold case. The narrative also explores broader issues of criminal justice, including the impact of DNA technology and false confessions, while honoring the countless individuals affected by the tragedy.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Crime Fiction/Criminal Underworld
Authors: Beverly Lowry
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