My Girl

On October 9, 1986, Michelle Hadaway's daughter Karen was murdered, and her case became known as the Babes in the Wood murders. Michelle fought for 32 years to bring justice to her daughter's murder, and in 2018, Russell Bishop was sentenced. This is the story of two stolen lives, the long road to justice, and a mother's love and determination.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Cornerstone

On Thursday, the 9th of October, 1986, Michelle Hadaway's worst fears materialized. As she returned to her home to prepare dinner for her family, she watched her daughter Karen play in the neighboring garden with her best friend, Nicola. Little did she know, this would be the last time she would ever lay eyes on her beloved Karen.

In the ensuing days and months, startling revelations about the tragic murders of Karen and Nicola emerged, and the case, subsequently known as the Babes in the Wood murders, would become one of the most infamous and heartless miscarriages of justice in British history.

For decades, Michelle tirelessly fought for justice, relentlessly exposing countless police failures and media manipulations in her pursuit of truth and closure. Finally, in 2018, after a grueling 32-year journey, Russell Bishop, the man Michelle had long suspected of being guilty, was brought to justice.

This is the story of two stolen lives, of the long and arduous road to justice, but more importantly, it is a testament to the unwavering love and determination of a mother who refused to let her daughter's memory fade.

Weight: 238g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804943519