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MURDER IN THE RAIN BOOK LAUNCH / TRUE CRIME COACH TOUR

In June 2026 a Limited Edition of the book MURDER IN THE RAIN: The Horror at Glenore Grove will be released to mark the 90th anniversary of the story. Join us at the Laidley Pioneer Village for a special book launch, talk and tour! BOOK HERE

Ninety years ago - in June 1936 - popular U.S. true crime magazine Master Detective featured MURDER IN THE RAIN: The Horror at Glenore Grove - the first Australian crime ever featured within its pages.

MURDER IN THE RAIN: The Horror at Glenore Grove by author Jim Nicholls is a Murder Trails Series true crime casebook, detailing the sensational murder-mystery that began with the discovery of a woman’s body floating in a lagoon in the peaceful hamlet of Glenore Grove, Queensland, Australia

SATURDAY 27TH JUNE 2026

Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum

10.00 AM - BOOK LAUNCH + MORNING TEA - LIMITED SEATS - SELLING FAST!

Official launch of the book. Author Talk, Q&A, book signing and morning tea. Includes admission to Village.

11.30 AM - CRIME TOUR (INCLUDES BOOK LAUNCH + MORNING TEA) - SOLD OUT!

Undertake a 1.5 hours guided true crime bus tour visiting significant locations connected to the crime. Hosted by author, Jim Nicholls, Jack Sim from Crime Tours Australia. Includes admission to Village.

Prices do not include a copy of the book MURDER IN THE RAIN. The book will be available for purchase on the day - SPECIAL PRICE $39.95 (RRP: $45)