First published 2009
CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin assembles the finest crime reporting from 2009 in this annual collection. The volume brings together stories that span fraud, murder, theft, and psychological breakdown, all crafted by leading journalists in the field. These pieces deliver the suspense and investigative depth that made the series earn praise from People and Entertainment Weekly. Toobin, author of The Nine, applies his legal expertise to select reports that blend political intrigue with macabre details and sharp analysis. The collection offers readers access to the year's most compelling criminal cases through the lens of master reporters who know how to transform complex investigations into riveting narratives.
Genres: crime, non-fiction, journalism, true-crime
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism, true-crime
Period: 2009
336 pages · Kindle Edition · HarperCollins e-books