A Death in White Bear Lake

A haunting and horrifying book that I couldn't put down. It will break your heart & make you very angry indeed! Should be required reading in the social work & psychology fields. It is an excellently researched book with fascinating characterizations of the real people involved - the evil, the apathetic, the meek, the tormented. A truly unforgettable book.

I read this book many years ago and was moved by its fine detail into one childs life of suffering. The author was exceptional with the detail into the abusers life and family history, the history of White Bear Lake, the adoption, and the trial. I felt the boys pain and suffering and was outraged at the husband,the police department,the coroner,the family, and everyone involved who allowed this horrible act of child brutality to happen. I will never forget what happened to this child, thanks to this book. A must read for all who want to protect children from abuse.