Biography & Memoir Australiana True Crime
Evil in the Suburb, the gripping 2010 true-crime biography by Cindy Wockner and Michael Porta, dissects the notorious Sydney gang-rape trials that shocked Australia. This illustrated paperback traces the police investigation, court battles, and cultural flashpoints surrounding ringleader Bilal Skaf and his associates.
Written for both young-adult and adult readers, the narrative unpacks how a series of attacks in Sydney’s suburbs ignited national debate on law, ethnicity, and justice. Wockner’s on-the-ground reporting pairs with Porta’s legal insight to deliver a balanced yet compelling account of the crimes and their aftermath.
The 307-page volume offers clean, tight pages free of markings, making it an ideal addition for collectors of Australian history, criminology, or true-crime non-fiction. Its illustrated sections provide visual context without overwhelming the text.
Shipped from a smoke-free home, this used copy is in good condition—ready for readers seeking an unflinching look at one of Australia’s most disturbing chapters.
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