The Killing of Melissa Mahon by Bronagh Murphy
The youngest of ten children, Melissa went missing in Sligo from the care of the Health Service Executive in September 2006. Her remains were found on the shore of Lough Gill in February 2008 following a tip off to Gardai. The tragic story of Melissa's disappearance, the discovery of her remains and the subsequent trial of Ronnie McManus for her killing are told in this fascinating book. The author also explores the personality of Ronnie McManus, also known as Ronnie Dunbar, a fitness fanatic who believed 'the new world was coming'. This chilling story has all the elements of a court room drama, a psychological thriller and a murder mystery. It will appeal to anyone fascinated by true crime and by the depths of human depravity.Bronagh Murphy is a journalist working for Ireland International News Agency. Since October 2004 she has covered the Central Criminal Court and Dublin Circuit Criminal Court for the national press. She studied law at Kings Inns and was called to the Bar of Ireland in July 2008.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780717147496 |
| ISBN 10 | 0717147495 |
| Title | The Killing of Melissa Mahon |
| Author | Bronagh Murphy |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Gill |
| Year published | 2009-10-30 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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