A twisting, haunting true-life murder mystery about one of the most monstrous crimes in American history. In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, the Osage rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions, and sent their children to study in Europe. 

Then, one by one, members of the Osage Nation began to be killed, with the family of Mollie Burkhart becoming a prime target. As the mysterious deaths mounted, even those who tried to investigate were murdered. The newly created FBI took up the case, and director J. Edgar Hoover assigned former Texas Ranger Tom White to lead the investigation. Working with an undercover team and the Osage, White helped expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history.

About Ready Readers

The Ready Readers book group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 3 – 4:30 p.m. Our meetings are “hybrid” – in person at the Scandinavian Living Center with a Zoom option for remote attendees. We read a variety of both fiction and non-fiction, chosen by the members from among books “nominated” by the members. Usually, the person who nominated the book will lead the discussion. We have always had both men and women members. New members are welcome!

The group was formed in 2013. Current leaders are Sallie Craig Huber and Charmian Proskauer.