This is a novel closely based on an actual event in 1976. A startling new development occurred in
February 2020 when the six adult children of the murder victim, all but one of whom had steadfastly
insisted for decades that the man sent to prison was guilty, reversed their position and petitioned the
Florida governor for a full pardon. The attorney who wrote the petition accused the prosecutor of
framing the convicted man.
Murder in Palm Beach: The Homicide That Never Died dramatizes a sensational, real murder that
traumatized the peaceful, posh, oceanside town. In the thin guise of fiction, the book contains
shocking new information never before made public.
$10.99
Michael P. Hartnett, author, The Blue Rat –
Based on actual events of a 1976 assassination, Murder in Palm Beach by Bob Brink is a gripping tale that serves as both a powerful redemption story and a searing indictment on the criminal justice system … Brink does a marvelous job of demonstrating how the criminal justice system can be subverted and perverted, initially through prosecutor Jim Scraponia’s corrupt witness coercions and then many years of legal stonewalling perpetrated by a series of insular government officials and judges. What makes this novel so extraordinary is Brink’s skill at pulling together telling details of the case through many compelling scenes involving relevant characters; he deftly pieces together seemingly disparate elements … The novel builds in its intensity and intrigue Simply put, Murder in Palm Brink is endlessly engaging. Brink presents scenes – particularly Mitt’s farewell from Raiford and those prison visitations by Diane and young Pauley – that are incredibly poignant. He makes us care deeply for a man who was once a thuggish punk. The steady deterioration of the case against Mitt is juxtaposed with exciting and stunning revelations. Taking all of these elements in totality, I enjoyed Murder in Palm Beach as the best redemption story I’ve read in a long time.
Rob Bacon, editor –
I read the book, expecting to find it to be a typical whodunit. To my surprise, the narrative was anything but run of the mill in this regard, and the lead character is a criminal who reforms and is impossible not to become engaged with and want to have succeed in life. And he’s a genuine tough guy whom I found believable in every regard, something I can seldom say about many heroic protagonists of late, and this includes those offered by authors whose books sell in mega numbers … A lot of intrigue, a great storyline, and characters to root for (there’s a woman in the story who will tear your heart out).
Skeptical Shopper –
Bob Brink has a knack for putting you right in a scene, with place and time crystal-clear. I wasn’t in the Palm Beach area in the mid-seventies but I feel like I was. His descriptions are spot-on, painting a clear picture of surroundings, with realistic dialogue and rich texture in all his characters. A shady hustler’s remarkable transformation from a person you despise to one your root for is skillfully executed in a believable manner. The book’s seamless transitions move across time toward a breath-taking climax that will leave you at the edge of your seat.
Bella’s Blogon –
This is my first time reading anything by Bob Brink and I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed this great story. Bob Brink has given us a story with great characters that will suck you in from start to finish and leave you wanting more. This story is full of suspense, mystery and intrigue that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat to see what’s going to happen next.
Helen Tremonton –
With Murder in Palm Beach, Bob Brink has created a crime novel that could easily rival the likes of John Grisham and Richard Montanari.