Devil in My Friend

London-born Ivor Davis is a former foreign correspondent and a columnist for the New York Times Syndicate who was a witness to history: He traveled with the Beatles, was in the kitchen when Robert Kennedy was assassinated—and spent a lifetime writing about the rich, the famous—and the famous for the time being. He currently lives in Southern California.Sally Ogle Davis was an anchor for BBC TV and wrote for major magazines, from the New York Sunday Times to Los Angeles Magazine.

• Preface1: The Brady Bunch, Malibu Style2: A Family Outing3: Growing Up in Centerville4: The Midwestern Roehlers Discover Boating5: Fred, the Ladies’ Man6: Fred: California, Here He Comes7: Jeanne: The First Mrs Roehler8: A Diver’s Death in the Channel Islands9: A Drowning in the Backyard Pool10: The Widow Verna11: Love and Re-Marriage12: Raising the Kids13: The Investigation14: Murder for Profit?15: The Death of Jeanne Roehler16: Murder Most Foul17: The Defense to the Rescue18: Assembling the Troops19: Opening Statements20: Death in the Afternoon21: Experts Go to War22: Fred Roehler, Star Witness for the Defense23: Roehler v Roden24: The Defense Strikes Back25: Closing Arguments26: The VerdictOur Personal Odyssey: The Story Behind the StoryPostscriptAuthor’s NoteAcknowledgmentsIndexAbout the Authors

In The Devil in My Friend, Davis explores complex relationships and hidden secrets that culminated in a shocking act of violence. He provides a detailed account of the investigation, the trial, and the aftermath, offering readers an inside look at the intricacies of the case. Davis’ background in journalism is evident in his thorough approach, as he weaves together interviews, court records, and first-hand observations to create a vivid and engaging narrative…. It’s a must-read for true crime enthusiasts and anyone interested in a well-crafted, insightful story about the real-life mystery of a Malibu family.