Worth More Dead

In this compelling volume from Ann Rule’s Crime Files, the true story of Roland Pitre Jr., a former Marine and judo instructor, unfolds as he claims his crimes were part of an elaborate plan to rekindle his marriage, ending in shocking tragedy. Nearly two decades later, Pitre’s admission to hiring someone to kill his wife adds a complex layer to the story, explored with Rule’s signature compassion and insight. The book also includes additional gripping true crime tales, highlighting the perseverance of detectives in pursuit of justice.