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The book explores the shocking and tragic murders that occurred in Terra Linda, California, in which a sixteen‑year‑old daughter, Marlene Olive, and her nineteen‑year‑old boyfriend, small‑time drug dealer Chuck Riley, carried out a brutal killing of their parents, Jim and Naomi Olive. The narrative examines the circumstances leading up to the crime, the investigation that followed, and the impact on the community. It presents factual details of the case, emphasizing the forensic evidence, legal proceedings, and the personal stories connected to the horrific events.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Crime Fiction/Criminal Underworld
Authors: Levine, Richard M.
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