Wicked North Alabama
Wicked North Alabama by Jacquelyn Procter Reeves, published by Arcadia Publishing in September 2009, offers a unique exploration of the darker side of Alabama’s history. This 130-page book presents a collection of true crime stories that delve into the lesser-known and more scandalous events that have shaped North Alabama. Through well-researched narratives, Reeves captures the complexities of a region often associated with Southern charm, revealing the unsettling tales that lurk beneath the surface.
Readers will find a range of intriguing accounts, from the notorious actions of Lincoln’s brother-in-law to the chilling reign of terror by Huntsville’s Southwest Molester. The book also recounts the grim tale of a Decatur man who buried his wife’s dismembered body and the story of the beautiful Black Widow of Hazel Green. These narratives span nearly two hundred years of history, providing insights into the true crime genre while highlighting the unique cultural and historical context of the South.
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Thoughts of Alabama invite images of Confederate jasmine and fertile cotton fields, sweet iced tea and Southern hospitality. But even in paradise, evil sometimes creeps in. Some of the stories captured within the pages of this book are well known to the good folks of North Alabama; others are less familiar. The scandals of Lincoln’s brother-in-law, the reign of terror created by Huntsville’s Southwest Molester, the Decatur man who buried his wife’s dismembered body under the fish pond and the beautiful Black Widow of Hazel Green–all of these stories are well researched and masterfully written by Huntsville author Jacquelyn Procter Reeves. True-crime fans will appreciate this treasury of stories spanning nearly two hundred years of North Alabama history.
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