Rape In Paradise True Crime Paperback Book by Theon Wright from Tower Books 1966

"Fascinating...Exciting...Shocking!"

The Chicago Tribune

ONE WOMAN'S CRY TURNED A SULTRY PARADISE INTO A SEETHING HELL!

The sensational "Massie Case" of the 1930s shattered the tranquil image that mainland USA had of Hawaii. 

One woman shouted "Rape!" and the island erupted with such racial turmoil that for the next two decades it was deemed unprepared for statehood.

THALIA MASSIE, beautiful wife of a Navy officer, claimed to have been raped by five Hawaiian boys, yet the court found them not guilty. 

Her outraged husband and mother took the law into their own hands and cold-bloodedly "executed" one of the alleged rapists.

CLARENCE DARROW, America's most famous criminal lawyer, was called out of retirement to handle the defense. His last case proved to be his most controversial.

THEON WRIGHT was there reporting the trials and tragic injustices of the aftermath. 

With many documents and photographs, RAPE IN PARADISE recreates the explosive case that shattered Hawaii's future and shocked the nation.

Book is in acceptable condition. General shelf and corner wear. Light staining on interior and exterior. Cover fraying along the edges. Cover creasing. Staining on the back cover. Stickers on the front and back cover. A solid reading copy. Please see photos for details, and let me know if you have any questions.

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