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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.
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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, criticizing its 40 pages on handwriting analysis.

Henry Zebrowski

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Episode 603: The Black Dahlia Murder Part IV - Exquisite Corpse
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as the book where the full transcripts from the stakeout at the Franklin house are printed.


Rasha Pecoraro

Supposin' I Did Kill The Black Dahlia
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as his book about the Black Dahlia murder investigation.


Steve Hodel

Supposin' I Did Kill The Black Dahlia
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as his first book, which became a New York Times bestseller.


Steve Hodel

The Minotaur
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as presenting a compelling case for the Black Dahlia killer.

Alaina Urquhart

Episode 648: A Deeper Dive into the Murder of Elizabeth Short (Part 2)
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when discussing the Black Dahlia case and suspects.

Elena

Episode 647: A Deeper Dive into the Murder of Elizabeth Short (Part 1)