Description
Explore the gripping narrative of 'Bloody Valentine,' a harrowing true crime account that reveals the dark secrets behind the murder of Lynette White in Cardiff on Valentine’s Day 1988. This compelling book intricately details the subsequent miscarriage of justice that ensnared three innocent men, known as 'the Cardiff Three,' who were wrongfully convicted in a case marred by racism and police corruption. With a raw, unflinching perspective, the author delves into critical themes such as misogyny and the grim realities faced by sex workers in a society often blind to their plight. 'Bloody Valentine' doesn’t just recount a tragic tale; it is also a poignant critique of 1980s Britain, capturing the social tensions and injustices prevalent during Margaret Thatcher’s era. This brand-new edition boasts an insightful introduction and an afterword that enriches the original story, providing contemporary reflections on these serious issues. Discover why this book has garnered commendations like 'Bloody Valentine is a bloody good book' from Benjamin Zephaniah and is described as 'Complex, emotional and moving. Read it!' by David Peace. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. The book is in brand new condition, published in 2021 by Oldcastle Books, with ISBN 9780857304698. The remarkable storytelling and profound insights presented in 'Bloody Valentine' make it essential reading for true crime enthusiasts and those interested in social justice.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857304698
Year: 2021
Publisher: Oldcastle Books
Description:
Bloody Valentine is the story of the murder of a young woman called Lynette White in the Cardiff docklands on Valentine’s Day 1988.
It's also the story of the miscarriage of justice that came after, when three black men, 'the Cardiff Three', were wrongly convicted of her murder. It's a brutally frank tale of racism and police corruption, terrible misogynist violence and the grim realities of sex work. It's a book that got so close to the bone that the author was sued for libel by the police and received death threats from a variety of minor characters. It's an indelible portrait of life in the underbelly of Thatcher's Britain.
This new edition includes an introduction and afterword bringing the extraordinary, unhappy saga up to date.
'Bloody Valentine is a bloody good book' - Benjamin Zephaniah
'Complex, emotional and moving. Read it' - David Peace on Bloody Valentine
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857304698
Year: 2021
Publisher: Oldcastle Books
Description:
Bloody Valentine is the story of the murder of a young woman called Lynette White in the Cardiff docklands on Valentine’s Day 1988.
It's also the story of the miscarriage of justice that came after, when three black men, 'the Cardiff Three', were wrongly convicted of her murder. It's a brutally frank tale of racism and police corruption, terrible misogynist violence and the grim realities of sex work. It's a book that got so close to the bone that the author was sued for libel by the police and received death threats from a variety of minor characters. It's an indelible portrait of life in the underbelly of Thatcher's Britain.
This new edition includes an introduction and afterword bringing the extraordinary, unhappy saga up to date.
'Bloody Valentine is a bloody good book' - Benjamin Zephaniah
'Complex, emotional and moving. Read it' - David Peace on Bloody Valentine