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Beautiful Life?: The CSI Behind the Casey Anthony Trial & My Observations from Courtroom Seat #1 [Paperback]

Robyn Walensky
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November 5, 2011
In "Beautiful Life?" - The CSI Behind the Casey Anthony Trial & My Observations From Courtroom Seat #1, you will hear first-hand from the CSIs & Detectives at the Orange County Sheriff's Office who investigated the disappearance & death of Caylee Marie Anthony. Veteran News Reporter Robyn Walensky shares her observations from WDBO Radio's Courtroom Seat #1 at the Casey Anthony Trial in Orlando, Florida. Walensky goes one-on-one with Corporal Yuri Melich & Sergeant John Allen who grill Casey Anthony at Universal Studios. What do they make of Casey's lies ? When do these two veteran Sheriff's Detectives know this is more than a missing persons case and that they have a murder on their hands? Walensky interviews Crime Scene Supervisor Michael Vincent, who reveals his first thoughts the second he receives the call a body is found around the corner from the Anthony home. Vincent has 30 years experience, a decade in Orange County, Florida & 20 years in Philadelphia, PA. Vincent is the first of five Philadephia CSIs to arrive at Ground Zero in New York City on Sept. 12th, 2001 volunteering to help in the recovery of body parts, bone fragments & collection of evidence from the Terrorist Attack on the World Trade Center. During the investigation into the disappearance of Caylee Anthony, you will hear directly from Vincent who travels by plane to North Carolina with the weathered duct tape which was wrapped around Caylee's head in his briefcase. Vincent is the CSI who conducts the air sample tests on Casey Anthony's car. He collects the "smell of death" in canisters which will be tested by Dr. Arpad Vass who invented the technology. Vass is the world-famous Scientist & Forensic Anthropologist who for 20 years has been studying decomposing human bodies at "The Body Farm," in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. And there are other key pieces of evidence recovered. You will hear from CSI Gerlado Bloise as he finds the single strand of Caylee Anthony's hair in the trunk of Casey Anthony's car. What is his reaction when he sees it ? This hair is critical to the case, as new high-tech tests conducted on it will show the person it was attached to, was dead. In "Beautiful Life?" Walensky goes one-on-one with CSI Jennifer Welch who snaps 2,000 pictures, including Caylee's small skull in the swamp & Casey Anthony's "Bella Vita" = "Beautiful Life" tattoo. How has this impacted her? You will also hear from Detective Jason Forgey & his Cadaver Dog "Gerus." Dogs don't lie & "Gerus" speaks volumes. And, CSI Alina Burroughs takes you inside Casey Anthony's bedroom on Hope Spring Drive as she searches for 'heart-shaped' stickers. Caylee's killer put one 'heart-shaped' sticker on the duct-tape covering her mouth, as if in some sick way to say "I love you." Reporter Robyn Walensky shares her observations on the Attorney's, Judge Belvin Perry, Jurors, courtroom spectators, George & Cindy Anthony, and the many faces of Casey Anthony as she takes you inside the jury selection process in Pinellas County, Florida where she spends two weeks & then inside the Orange County Courthouse where she covers the Casey Anthony Trial, and the aftermath of the not-guilty verdict in Orlando, Florida.

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About the Author

Robyn Walensky is a veteran news reporter and anchor who has been covering crime, terrorism, politics, and breaking news for more than twenty years in both radio and television. She was in two terrorist attacks, and reported extensively on the World Trade Center bombing in 1993, the federal trial of the WTC 93 Plotters, and September 11th. She is co-editor/author of the book Covering Catastrophe—Broadcast Journalists Report 9-11-01. Walensky has a BA in journalism and political science from the George Washington University and an MA in journalism from New York University. She is a graduate of The Institute on Political Journalism at Georgetown University. She has taught Journalism courses at Tulane University in the classroom and online. Most recently, Walensky was the morning drive reporter covering the Casey Anthony Trial for WDBO Radio in Orlando, Florida, and a frequent guest on CNN’s Nancy Grace Show. Walensky was the first female morning drive co-host on Rush Radio WRNO 99.5 FM in New Orleans. While at WGNO-TV in New Orleans she reported extensively on the Gulf oil spill and the run-up to the Saints winning their first Super Bowl. Walensky was a national correspondent and anchor for Fox News Radio, covering the JonBenet Ramsey case, the deaths of Anna Nicole Smith and her son in the Bahamas, the disappearance of Natalee Holloway in Aruba, OJ Simpson’s arrest and trial in Las Vegas, and countless other crime and terrorism stories such as the shooting at VA Tech, and the Fort Dix 6. Earlier in her career, she also reported for AP Radio, WWOR-TV, and 1010 WINS Radio in New York. Walensky was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and went to Millburn Senior High School. Currently Walensky works for Mercury Radio Arts. She is anchor/reporter for The Blaze and can be heard daily on Glenn Beck’s national radio show. rwalensky@aol.com, Facebook: robyn walensky, Twitter: @robynwalensky

Product Details

  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (November 5, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1466241802
  • ISBN-13: 978-1466241800
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #442,379 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Robyn Walensky is a veteran news reporter and anchor who has been covering crime, terrorism, politics, and breaking news for more than twenty years in both radio and television. She was in two terrorist attacks, and reported extensively on the World Trade Center bombing in 1993, the federal trial of the WTC 93 Plotters, and September 11th. She is co-editor/author of the book Covering Catastrophe-Broadcast Journalists Report 9-11-01. Walensky has a BA in journalism and political science from the George Washington University and an MA in journalism from New York University. She is a graduate of The Institute on Political Journalism at Georgetown University. She has taught Journalism courses at Tulane University in the classroom and online. Most recently, Walensky was the morning drive reporter covering the Casey Anthony Trial for WDBO Radio in Orlando, Florida, and a frequent guest on CNN's Nancy Grace Show. Walensky was the first female morning drive co-host on Rush Radio WRNO 99.5 FM in New Orleans. While at WGNO-TV in New Orleans she reported extensively on the Gulf oil spill and the run-up to the Saints winning their first Super Bowl. Walensky was a national correspondent and anchor for Fox News Radio, covering the JonBenet Ramsey case, the deaths of Anna Nicole Smith and her son in the Bahamas, the disappearance of Natalee Holloway in Aruba, OJ Simpson's arrest and trial in Las Vegas, and countless other crime and terrorism stories such as the shooting at VA Tech, and the Fort Dix 6. Earlier in her career, she also reported for AP Radio, WWOR-TV, and 1010 WINS Radio in New York. Walensky was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and went to Millburn Senior High School. Currently Walensky works for Mercury Radio Arts. She is anchor/reporter for The Blaze and can be heard daily on Glenn Beck's national radio show. rwalensky@aol.com, Facebook: robyn walensky, Twitter: @robynwalensky

Customer Reviews

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36 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Being an Orlando resident, I have followed the Casey Anthony saga since the day the news first hit in July 2008 that a beautiful 2 year old child had been missing for 31 days without the police being notified. Each day brought a new nugget of information about the case and by the time the trial finally began in May 2011, I thought I knew all there was to know about the investigation, the evidence and the people involved. After reading this book, it really hit home that the forensic evidence presented during the lengthy trial was absolutely incontrovertible. Far from being the "junk science" of Jose Baez's legal fantasy world, the forensic evidence was so overwhelming that anyone with a shred of common sense would have rightfully concluded that this was indeed a murder case and not the tragic accident concocted in the mind of a 23 year old party girl who wanted to live a beautiful life without the constraints of parenthood. Robyn Walensky was a star reporter for WDBO radio in Orlando during the trial and her coverage of this case was the epitome of stellar journalism. Some readers may be familiar with her from her coverage of the trial on the Nancy Grace show. She sat in the courtroom day after day and knows the evidence inside and out. That's what makes her book so unique and so riveting. She has covered the case from the beginning and got to know the players and the evidence in a way that few other journalists did. She offers so many thoughtful insights into the forensics and you just can't help but shake your head in disbelief that the jury could have ignored the mountain of evidence. Overall, this is a fantastic book and makes a great companion piece to Jeff Ashton's book "Imperfect Justice". Highly recommended
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35 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Most definitive book on the Casey Anthony Trial November 21, 2011
By FLNT624
Format:Paperback
For starters this is the ONLY Casey Anthony Book on the market WITH a charity component. Robyn Walensky is donating a portion of proceeds to The Children's Safety Village, and purchasing Fingerprinting & DNA Collection kits for kids. Her book is a great read. All BRAND NEW information from the CSIs who worked around the clock on this case. Fascinating to hear their thoughts in their own words. Walensky is a fantanstic reporter with keen insight & observations about the players in this case. I followed her on CNN's Nancy Grace show...and on WDBO radio here in Central Florida. She is a talented and dedicated reporter! The book is well worth the money.
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23 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great opinions and other info from investigators! December 8, 2011
By Amy G.
Format:Paperback
I am sad to say that I read the book way too fast. It ended too quickly! I was on the edge of my seat waiting for more!! I thoroughly enjoyed this book- it provides great info from the author and some of the Florida investigators who spent countless amount of hours processing the scene, trying to figure out what exactly happened to Caylee Marie Anthony. If you followed the case and enjoy reading, there is no doubt you'll like this book. I loved it so much I wanted more! Great book Robyn!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars A good summary
It gives you a summary of what the case is about with quotes from the main players in the trial. It helps you to relate to Caylee as a person & how her death impacted the community... Read more
Published 7 days ago by sue l thong
1.0 out of 5 stars biased
Not a good book at all. This author is another "Nancy DisGrace"
it's all her opinion of the case and crime, nothing new here
just turn on HLN and you can hear it all for... Read more
Published 22 days ago by Andeera
2.0 out of 5 stars I didn't like it
It didn't go into details. Left so much out. It was as if you were a spectator and written to make a quick buck.
Published 2 months ago by TomD
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Read
Gives a bigger insight into the case from someone who sat through the trial in the court room. Interesting read.
Published 3 months ago by Pam P.
3.0 out of 5 stars An accident? Ridiculous
Do you people put garbage in the trunk of your car? Why was garbage in the trunk of Casey's car?

There is a constitutional right to a speedy trial. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Stephen A Miller
5.0 out of 5 stars Riveting detail and insight
In this riveting account of the crime scene investigation and trial of the Casey Anthony case, you will visit the lab, the mosquito shrouded crime scene at the swamp, and the car... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Happy Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars Forensic Evidence Isn't Junk Science
Having recently read Jose Baez's account of the Casey Anthony trial, I wanted to read something that was unbiased and based on the facts. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Crabigail Cassidy
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!!
This book was absolutely amazing! I couldn't put it down and I ended up finishing it in one day! Anyone who is looking for more answers on this tragic case I would recommend you... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Samantha
5.0 out of 5 stars buy this book
This is a great book written by a great reporter - you should really consider buying a copy. A solid collection of information about the trial that intrigued a nation.
Published 14 months ago by Todd Starnes
2.0 out of 5 stars The title should be Cliff Notes of the trial
If your the least bit famiar with the case then do yourself a favor and buy a different book because this one offers absolutely no new information... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Bmitchell1876
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