“Half The Terrible Things” is available at the Dakota Bookstore in Jamestown.

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Former lawyer turned writer, Paul Legler found himself enamored with the true story of a young man from North Dakota who was murdered in 1922.

“Half the Terrible Things” is an intimate and sometimes violent novel portraying three interconnected lives. Based on true events, the life of Martin Tabert is short and tragic.

Legler says even though the reference to Tabert was short, it had gained his interest.

The book then shifts into a work of non-fiction when Legler introduces two characters, Edna and Nicole Knudtson. Legler says he uses this portion of his book to explore prison reform and more.

Legler added that being born and raised in North Dakota, Tabert’s story stuck with him because of how closely his own personal background aligns with Taberts.

Legler will be visiting Jamestown at the Dakota Bookstore on 1st Avenue. From 2 to 4 on June 23rd, he will be doing some reading’s from “Half the Terrible Things”, signing books, and discussing his work. The event is free and open to the public.

Listen to a full Let’s Talk About It with Paul Legler below: