Deadly Triangle - by Susan Goldenberg (Paperback)

About the Book

The 1935 murder of architect Francis Rattenbury, designer of the iconic Parliament Buildings in Victoria, British Columbia, and the arrest and lurid trial of his wife, Alma Rattenbury, and George Stoner, their chauffeur (also her lover and half her age), became one of the twentieth century's most sensational cases.

Book Synopsis

The 1935 murder of architect Francis Rattenbury, designer of the iconic Parliament Buildings in Victoria, British Columbia, and the arrest and lurid trial of his wife, Alma Rattenbury, and George Stoner, their chauffeur (also her lover and half her age), became one of the twentieth century's most sensational cases.

Review Quotes

Deadly Triangle is an absolutely absorbing tale. Meticulously researched and methodically told, this true story of adultery and murder captivates early on and makes for a fascinating read. The tragic outcome lingers long after the last page is turned.

Deadly Triangle: The Famous Architect, His Wife, Their Chauffeur and Murder Most Foul is a fascinating true crime story that is perfect for anyone who loves history, betrayal, and murder. Written by award-winning author Susan Goldenberg, this gripping story presents the byzantine lives of real people as they make their way towards a fatal finish.

A riveting tale of love, greed, courage, and determination, Deadly Triangle is rich with personal and historical details that take the reader on a ride through time, as it follows the trajectory of its characters towards their own demise. A fascinating story linked to one of Canada's best known landmarks.

Goldenberg's style titillates with the skill of a good gossip columnist, armed with the tools of both a criminalist and a historian.

About the Author

Susan Goldenberg is the author of ten books and winner of a Canadian Authors Award. She has written for Canadian and American newspapers and currently pens articles for Canada's History magazine. She lives in Toronto.