{"product_id":"rocket-man-brett-langley-9798822950337","title":"Rocket Man","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnraveling a Father-Son Relationship Amid the Shock of Murder: A Bittersweet Journey Through Nostalgia, Love, and Mystery in the Heart of Detroit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRocket Man is a heartrending memoir that delves into the profound impact of a father's unsolved murder on his son's life. This narrative is more than just a true crime story; it's a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring bond between a father and son.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe narrative begins on February 28th, 2008, when the author, Brett Langley, learns about the brutal murder of his father and his father's friend Jack during a home invasion robbery. Langley's father, a successful vending company owner in Detroit, was known to keep large amounts of cash and cigarettes at home, making his house a target for criminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author, takes us on a journey through his past life during the years he had with his father as a part of his grieving process. The narrative unfolds through a series of reflections on old photos, memories shared during flights back to Detroit, and events in his life at the time. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe narrative reaches a climax when DNA results come back from the crime scene, nine months after the crime, changing the course of the investigation. Langley's story ends with a dream in which he finds himself in his father's house on the night of the crime, able to course correct the events that changed his family's life forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is a tribute to Langley's father, a man he loves and misses dearly. It's a testament to the power of love and the indomitable spirit of a son seeking justice for his father. It's a story that will resonate with readers who appreciate a well-told memoir, a gripping mystery, and a heartfelt tribute to a loved one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Brett Langley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798822950337\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Palmetto Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/30\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 228\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.68lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d","brand":"Brett Langley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46025121104127,"sku":"9798822950337","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_1023e7a1-93f9-4c36-838e-2969a0756d31.jpg?v=1723130037","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/rocket-man-brett-langley-9798822950337","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}