Secrets That Remain: The Emil Fricker Story

Murder. Scandal. Betrayal. And a family forever changed.

In 1924, a brutal crime shattered the quiet farmland of Madison County, Illinois. Emil Fricker, a wealthy and respected dairy farmer, stood trial for a murder that shocked the region. A century later, the truth is finally revealed.

Based on a true story and written by Emil’s direct descendants, Secrets That Remain uncovers what really happened behind closed doors on the Fricker dairy farm. Told through the voices of Emil’s wife, children, and those closest to the events, this powerful novel blends historical fiction with courtroom drama, family saga, and a mystery ripped from the headlines of the time.

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