Books like Sleep, my child, forever by John Coston
"Sleep, My Child, Forever" is a detailed account of the tragic deaths of Ellen Boehm’s three children in St. Louis, Missouri. Over a two‑year period, the mother is accused of murdering her two young sons and failing an attempt on her daughter’s life. Despite the lack of physical evidence, a relentless homicide detective pursues the case, uncovering startling details that lead to Boehm’s apprehension. The book provides a comprehensive narrative of the family’s life, the investigation, and the subsequent legal proceedings, complemented by eight pages of black and white photographs.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: John Coston
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