If you have not read an Erik Larson book you need to correct that mistake immediately. Erik is a journalist and writes non-fiction books in novel form. The result is a fascinating historical account of past events and eras. A few examples: an account of the U.S. Ambassador to Germany during the rise of Hitler; the sinking of the Lusitania, Winston Churchill and the London Blitz; and the invention of the wireless.
The events are often paired with a sensational crime taking place at the same time. Having grown up in Chicago I was particularly interested in “The Devil in the White City” which details the crimes of serial killer H.H. Holmes against the more interesting planning, building and opening of the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.
The Good News: Hulu has acquired the rights and it will be an 8 part mini-series starring Keanu Reeves due out in 2024. We are hoping Keanu, known as one of the nicest and most generous people in Hollywood, will invite us to the premier party. His agent has not yet responded to my request. I bet Keanu would be really mad if he knew I was being ignored!