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As we journey into the realms of crime literature, we find ourselves in the company of celebrated author Kate Flora. With 24 books under her belt,Her fascination with the underbelly of human nature reveals to us an unnerving perspective on evil and the motivations that lead to unthinkable actions.

The unsettling account of Amy St Laurent's disappearance and murder, penned by Kate Flora, is another focal point of our discussion. As we navigate through the challenges of writing a true crime book, we delve into Kate’s intimate friendship with Joe Lachlan from the Portland Police Department, and how it was instrumental in her understanding of the case. We take a peek into the seamless collaboration between the Maine State Police and Portland Police, applauding their tireless pursuit for justice for Amy.

As we wrap up, we reflect on the ripple effect Amy's story has ignited, including the establishment of the Amy St Laurent Foundation, aimed at ensuring the safety of young women. We delve into the heart-wrenching narratives of the families affected by these heinous crimes, and the important role dedicated officers play in seeking justice. Join us for a captivating and shocking exploration into the psyche of criminals, the lives of their victims, and the world of crime literature.

Time Line

(0:00:00) - Kate Flora's True Crime Fascination
(0:08:42) - Writing a True Crime Book
(0:19:53) - Amy's Impact and Importance
(0:29:43) - True Crime Books and Impact on Families

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About Kate Flora

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Maine native Kate Flora’s fascination with people’s criminal tendencies began in the Maine attorney general’s office. Deadbeat dads, people who hurt their kids, and employers’ discrimination aroused her curiosity about human behavior. The author of twenty-four books and many short stories, Flora’s been a finalist for the Edgar, Agatha, Anthony, and Derringer awards. She won the Public Safety Writers Association award for nonfiction and twice won the Maine Literary Award for crime fiction. Her most recent Thea Kozak mystery is Death Sends a Message; her most recent Joe Burgess is A World of Deceit. Her crime story collection is Careful What You Wish For: Stories of revenge, retribution, and the world made right.

Flora is a founding member of the New England Crime Bake and the Maine Crime Wave and runs the blog Maine Crime Writers https://mainecrimewriters.com. Flora’s nonfiction focuses on aspects of the public safety officers’ experience. Her true crime works include Finding Amy and Death Dealer, along with a game warden’s memoir, A Good Man with a Dog, and a nonfiction book about police shootings, Shots Fired. Shots Fired and Finding Amy were co-written with Joseph K. Loughlin. She divides her time between Massachusetts and Maine, where she gardens and cooks and watches the clouds when she’s not imagining her character’s dark deeds. She occasionally swims in the shark-filled sea. She’s been married for decades to an excellent man. Her sons edit films and hang out in research labs.

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