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Black Dahlia avenger

a genius for murder
Book • 2003
This book presents a gripping examination of the infamous Black Dahlia murder.

Author Steve Hodel, a former LAPD detective, investigates his father’s potential involvement in the case.

The investigation uncovers a dark familial legacy intertwined with Los Angeles crime history, including circumstantial evidence and historical context that suggest Dr. George Hodel, Steve's father, might have been the perpetrator.

The book blends true crime with personal narrative, exploring the culture and tension of 1940s Los Angeles and raising questions about familial loyalty and the boundaries of truth and assumption.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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Henry Zebrowski
, criticizing its 40 pages on handwriting analysis.
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Episode 603: The Black Dahlia Murder Part IV - Exquisite Corpse
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Rasha Pecoraro
as the book where the full transcripts from the stakeout at the Franklin house are printed.
Supposin' I Did Kill The Black Dahlia
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Steve Hodel
as his book about the Black Dahlia murder investigation.
Supposin' I Did Kill The Black Dahlia
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Steve Hodel
as his first book, which became a New York Times bestseller.
The Minotaur
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Alaina Urquhart
as presenting a compelling case for the Black Dahlia killer.
Episode 648: A Deeper Dive into the Murder of Elizabeth Short (Part 2)
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Elena
when discussing the Black Dahlia case and suspects.
Episode 647: A Deeper Dive into the Murder of Elizabeth Short (Part 1)

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