Wicked Asheville

The book explores the dark history of Asheville, revealing chilling tales of murder, corruption, and societal unrest. It recounts the brutal murder of teenager Helen Clevenger in 1936 and the rise of William Dudley Pelley, who incited antiwar sentiments. The narrative also covers the violent rampage of Will Harris in 1906 and the tragic suicide of Mayor Gallatin Roberts amid financial turmoil. Marla Hardee Milling uncovers these wicked stories, painting a vivid picture of the city's tumultuous past filled with intrigue and chaos.