William Sonszki | Criminal Investigation and Financial Fraud

Fatal Ambition by William Sonzski

Name: Fatal Ambition by William Sonzski
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Fatal Ambition by William Sonzski

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A New England True Crime Investigation of James Blaikie Jr., Life Insurance Fraud, and Homicide

In Brookline, Massachusetts, charismatic insurance agent James Blaikie Jr. presented an image of professional success and civic leadership. Beneath his prosperous exterior, Blaikie was drowning in personal debt, real estate mortgages, and forged loan documents.

Journalist William Sonzski investigates the suspicious 1984 death of Blaikie's friend, Alan Lemkowitz, and the subsequent inquiry into Blaikie's mother-in-law's drowning. The narrative documents the police paper-trail audit, forensic autopsy findings, and trial strategy that convicted Blaikie of first-degree murder executed for financial gain.

Why You’ll Love This Book

William Sonzski delivers a thorough, fact-based investigation into white-collar crime turned violent. Featuring financial forensics and Massachusetts courtroom drama, this true crime volume is ideal for fans of Ann Rule, Joe McGinniss, and Dominick Dunne.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Onyx

Pages: 384

Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 1991

ISBN: 9780451402837

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