Something Big
The True Story of the Brown's Chicken Massacre, A Decade-Long Manhunt, and the Trials That Followed
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
14 August 2025
Summary
2026 CrimeCon CLUE Book of the Year Nominee
Something Big tells the story of the infamous Brown’s Chicken massacre, a brutal case that captivated Chicagoland after remaining unsolved for nearly a decade.
Customers know Brown’s Chicken for its crispy buttermilk fried chicken and flaky biscuits. The Illinois-based franchise has a reputation for delicious but simple comfort food. But through no fault of its own, the words “Brown’s Chicken” are also synon…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798888459003 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Patrick Wohl |
| Publisher: | Post Hill Press |
| Imprint: | Post Hill Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 14 August 2025 |
| Weight: | 327g |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 140mm x 25mm |
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Critics Review
“An eye-opening and detailed account of one of the most horrific crimes in Illinois history. It’s an unforgettable telling to an unforgivable crime.” – Nic Edwards, host of the podcast True Crime Garage “The Brown’s Chicken Massacre sent ripples through suburban America. Something Big takes the reader back to when this horrific crime happened and tells the stories of the people involved, making this a true crime book you won’t be able to put down.” – Charlie Worroll, host of the podcast Crimelines “This book by Patrick Wohl is the first real deep dive into the Brown’s Chicken Massacre, a case so fascinating any true crime fan will want every detail.” – Kristin Williams, host of the podcast True Crime Creepers
About The Author
Patrick Wohl
Patrick Wohl is an author and lawyer originally from Illinois. He received his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center and attended The George Washington University. His first book, Down Ballot, tells the story of a campaign for state representative that drew national attention because it was viewed as a proxy battle for larger political issues.
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