Steve Johnson
A Thousand Miles From Care: The Hunt for My Brother’s Killer – a Thirty-Year Quest for Justice
A Thousand Miles From Care: The Hunt for My Brother’s Killer – a Thirty-Year Quest for Justice
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A Thousand Miles from Care is a gripping and heartbreaking story that tells the 30-year quest of Steve Johnson to uncover the truth about his brother's death. The book utilizes exclusive materials and insights to navigate an openly hostile police force and a maze of dead ends, unreliable informants, skinhead gangs, a faked confession, police-connected drug rings, and setbacks. It is a love story between two brothers and is shared by everyone who worked for truth and justice for Scott.
Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 04 July 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
A gripping and heartbreaking tale, A Thousand Miles from Care chronicles the 30-year quest of Steve Johnson to uncover the truth behind his brilliant brother's tragic demise. Nestled at the entrance of Sydney Harbor, the cliffs soar fourteen stories above the Pacific, resembling a colossal sandstone skirt. Among them, North Head stands out as a mesmerizing destination for witnessing the sunrise. However, it is also a treacherous realm where footing can be elusive. In 1988, Steve Johnson's younger brother, Scott, tragically lost his life by falling off the edge of North Head.
A Thousand Miles from Care draws upon an immense collection of exclusive materials amassed over Steve's 32-year battle for answers, encompassing sealed court transcripts, police records, interviews with suspects, inquest reports, correspondence with gang members, private investigations, and much more. It employs unique details, interview transcripts, and insights derived from Johnson's close relationship with authorities and high-ranking New South Wales officials, cultivated over more than three decades.
This profoundly impactful book meticulously traces the steps taken by Steve, his family, and friends to unravel the mystery of Scott's alleged suicide. They navigate an openly hostile police force, a labyrinth of dead ends, unreliable informants, skinhead gangs, a faked confession, police-connected drug rings, and numerous setbacks at every turn.
A Thousand Miles from Care transcends its narrative as a love story between two brothers. It resonates with everyone who dedicated their time and efforts to seek truth and justice for Scott. The book serves as a testament to the unwavering determination and resilience of the Johnson family in the face of overwhelming adversity. It sheds light on the systemic issues and challenges encountered during their pursuit of truth, highlighting the need for systemic reform and the importance of protecting the rights of individuals.
In conclusion, A Thousand Miles from Care is a captivating and deeply moving account of a family's relentless pursuit of truth and justice. It is a testament to the power of perseverance, the strength of familial bonds, and the importance of seeking the truth in the face of adversity. This book will leave readers inspired, compelled, and deeply touched by the remarkable journey of Steve Johnson and his family.
Weight: 576g
Dimension: 241 x 160 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008592486
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