Book Information
- Series: Amazing Stories
- Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
- Publication Date: 12 May 2009
- Copyright Year: 2009
- ISBN: 9781552774175
- Edition: 2
- Replaces: Ontario Murders
- Page Count: 128
- Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"
- Interest ages: 11-18
Purchasing Information
Ontario Murders
Mysteries, Scandals, and Dangerous Criminals
by Susan McNicoll
Six chilling stories of notorious Ontario murders are recounted in this spine-tingling collection.
"From an early age, lying came easily to her. Everything she did was a performance, a role she played to create an illusion." - From the story of Evelyn Dick. This book will be especially fascinating for all readers interested in: crime, mystery, or history. Six chilling stories of notorious Ontario murders are recounted in this spine-tingling collection. From the pretty but dangerous Evelyn Dick to the mysterious murder of one of the Fathers of Confederation, Thomas D'Darcy McGee, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat.
About the Author
SUSAN MCNICOLL lives in Port Vancouver, BC, where she divides her time between writing and running her own bookkeeping business. Although she is now a die-hard British Columbian, her heart still belongs to the Toronto Blue Jays. Susan's lifelong love of words and history has been the main focus of her writing career, which began with five years as a reporter for The Ottawa Journal
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