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Debra Komar

    Drawing on two decades as a practicing forensic scientist, this author turned to full-time writing in retirement. Her current books revisit historical Canadian crimes, applying modern forensic methodologies to unlock long-hidden truths. She offers a unique perspective on unsolved cases, revealing details previously obscured by time and outdated investigative techniques.

    The Ballad of Jacob Peck
    The Court of Better Fiction
    • The Court of Better Fiction

      Three Trials, Two Executions, and Arctic Sovereignty

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.2(41)Add rating

      Forensic science uncovers a dark chapter in Canadian history, revealing that the only Inuit executed was wrongfully condemned to assert sovereignty over the Arctic people. This gripping narrative explores themes of injustice and national guilt, highlighting the impact of colonial actions on Indigenous communities. The story delves into the lives of the innocent men involved, shedding light on a haunting legacy that continues to resonate today.

      The Court of Better Fiction
    • The Ballad of Jacob Peck

      • 264 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      3.6(76)Add rating

      Forensic scientist Debra Komar dissects the historical record to re-create a crime from the Canadian frontier, in which religious mania drove a decent man to commit a heinous act.

      The Ballad of Jacob Peck