Channel Island Murders

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Exploring the darker aspects of the Channel Islands, this book delves into 25 historic murder cases, revealing a hidden history of crime in an otherwise peaceful setting. Notable cases include the unsolved 1894 assault on John Francis, Philippe Jolin's patricide in 1829, and the tragic events surrounding Eugenie Toupin in 1881. The narrative also covers Guernsey's chilling murders, such as the 1853 robbery of elderly widow Elizabeth Saujon and the 1935 crime committed by housekeeper Elizabeth de la Mare. Nicola Sly's thorough research offers a captivating look at true crime in this unique region.