I greatly enjoyed Black Dahlia, Red Rose by Piu Eatwell. This non-fiction book covers the horrific murder of Elizabeth Short in January of 1947 and the subsequent cover-up.
I appreciated how meticulously researched this book is. I really loved the author’s writing style and how well she brought to life the world of 1940s Los Angeles. I was shocked and horrified by how corrupted the LAPD of the 1940s/1950s was. I was also surprised by how Elizabeth Short was slut-shamed after her death when it came to light how many boyfriends she seemed to have had. I am glad the author does not fall into that trap and showed great respect for the victim.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys true crime or has a particular interest in the Black Dahlia case.