By Aaron Cordy
HAVE you ever wanted to know the inside story about Melbourne’s gangland wars, the stuff they don’t put in print? Come share an evening with veteran Australian crime reporter John Silvester when he brings his latest book Naked City to the Shepparton Library on Friday, March 15, 7.30pm.
With over 40 years reporting on dregs of Melbourne’s underworld in print and on the radio, as well as co-authoring more than 30 books, and producing documentaries for the ABC, John Silvester can offer an insight into a world many have leered at on page and screen.
John Silvester’s work on the iconic Underbelly series has him set in concrete boots as one of Australia’s best non-fiction writers. His latest book Naked City, is a collection of his best stories, from sophisticated heists to mindless acts of violence and deeds of pure evil that will excite readers of true crime.
If you would like to meet John Silvester at the Shepparton Library to hear the stories behind the stories, contact Goulburn Valley Libraries on 1300 374 765 or email shepparton@gvlibraries.com.au.
