A Devil Went Down to Georgia

In "The Murder of Lita McClinton Sullivan," award-winning writer Deb Miller Landau delves into the 1987 murder that rocked the upscale Atlanta suburb of Buckhead, where such violence was virtually unheard of. Lita, a remarkable Black woman caught in a tumultuous interracial marriage with millionaire Jim Sullivan, faced a tragic fate amid personal and financial turmoil. The narrative explores the aftermath of her death, revealing systemic issues within the justice system, an international manhunt, and the McClinton family's relentless pursuit of justice, all while illuminating the social dynamics of the time. This compelling account sheds light on a shocking crime filled with unexpected twists and societal implications.