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Shallow Graves: True Stories of My Life as a Forensic Scientist on Britain's Biggest Cases

Ray Fysh

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Shallow Graves: True Stories of My Life as a Forensic Scientist on Britain's Biggest Cases
Shallow Graves: True Stories of My Life as a Forensic Scientist on Britain's Biggest Cases

Forensic detective's gripping life and high-profile cases.

If you're drawn to true crime and the intricate work behind solving Britain's most talked-about cases, "Shallow Graves" could be quite the page-turner for you. Ray Fysh offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of forensic science and his own pivotal role in it, making it a compelling read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of science, crime, and storytelling.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781789466027
Author: Ray Fysh
Publisher: John Blake
Date of Publication: 2022-09-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science, Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Medical, Biography, Memoir
Goodreads rating: 4.33
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Forensic detective's gripping life and high-profile cases.

If you're drawn to true crime and the intricate work behind solving Britain's most talked-about cases, "Shallow Graves" could be quite the page-turner for you. Ray Fysh offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of forensic science and his own pivotal role in it, making it a compelling read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of science, crime, and storytelling.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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