- Mass Market Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks; 1 edition (Oct 30 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0312949308
- ISBN-13: 978-0312949303
- Product Dimensions: 17.2 x 10.8 x 2.1 cm
- Shipping Weight: 91 g
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Lisa Nowak was dedicated, smart, and courageous--one of the first astronauts to fly a space shuttle mission after the horrific 2003 Columbia disaster. But that was before a fit of pure, primal jealousy landed her in an airport parking lot in Florida, where Lisa had a fateful, near-fatal confrontation with the woman believed to be her romantic rival.
Did Lisa intend to kidnap--or kill--Air Force captain Colleen Shipman because she was involved with fellow astronaut William Oefelein? What was the nature of Lisa's connection with William: True love or dangerous obsession? As the details of Lisa's news-making journey unfolded--she donned a disguise, even wore a diaper during her 900-mile car ride to find Colleen--Americans couldn't help but wonder: Why?
Did Lisa intend to kidnap--or kill--Air Force captain Colleen Shipman because she was involved with fellow astronaut William Oefelein? What was the nature of Lisa's connection with William: True love or dangerous obsession? As the details of Lisa's news-making journey unfolded--she donned a disguise, even wore a diaper during her 900-mile car ride to find Colleen--Americans couldn't help but wonder: Why?
In this captivating account, master crime journalist Diane Fanning goes straight to the heart of the case. Through interviews with key family members, friends, and colleagues, the author reveals for the first time the real story behind the headlines--and casts a light on Lisa's groundbreaking fall from grace.
From the Back Cover
SHE HAD ALL THE RIGHT STUFF.
Lisa Nowak was dedicated, smart, and courageous--one of the first astronauts to fly a space shuttle mission after the horrific 2003 Columbia disaster. But that was before a fit of pure, primal jealousy landed her in an airport parking lot in Florida, where Lisa had a fateful, near-fatal confrontation with the woman believed to be her romantic rival.
Until it all went very wrong…
Did Lisa intend to kidnap--or kill--Air Force captain Colleen Shipman because she was involved with fellow astronaut William Oefelein? What was the nature of Lisa's connection with William: True love or dangerous obsession? As the details of Lisa's news-making journey unfolded--she donned a disguise, even wore a diaper during her 900-mile car ride to find Colleen--Americans couldn't help but wonder: Why?
OUT THERE
In this captivating account, master crime journalist Diane Fanning goes straight to the heart of the case. Through interviews with key family members, friends, and colleagues, the author reveals for the first time the real story behind the headlines--and casts a light on Lisa's groundbreaking fall from grace.
* With 8 pages of stunning photographs *
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2.2 out of 5 stars (6 customer reviews)
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Before the verdict, Nov 13 2007
By Jake The Dog "jake the dog" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Out There: The In-Depth Story of the Astronaut Love Triangle Case that Shocked America (Mass Market Paperback)
As much as I like Diane Fanning and her earlier books this was a disappointment as was "Baby Be Mine". There were few if any interviews with family, friends, the victim, William Oefelein and co-workers, and certainly not with Lisa Nowak. There could not be because the book was written prior to courtroom proceedings. It appears that the author did extensive research on NASA and it strengths and weaknesses but that is not the reason I bought the book. I buy true crime for the backstory about the victim and the accused. That information can only be obtained after the trial is over. Unfortunatly this book was repetitive in its continuing explanations of the interworkings of NASA. I got it the first time it was explained, I didn't need it repeated more than once. I hope that the author will return to her excellent style as demostrated in "Through the Window".
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
BORING!!!, Aug 21 2008
By A. Koch "jericamom" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Out There: The In-Depth Story of the Astronaut Love Triangle Case that Shocked America (Mass Market Paperback)
I slogged through this book at such a slow pace because it is one of the most boring pieces of "true crime" that I've read. If I wanted to read a book on the space program, I would have gotten a book on the space program. This book concentrates more on NASA and the shuttle/astronaut experience than it does the human side of the story. I would not suggest it to anyone who wants to know what really happened. But, if you're interested in the space program, this book is for you.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
this book is really boring!!, Nov 17 2007
By Kristal Baker "kristal" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Out There: The In-Depth Story of the Astronaut Love Triangle Case that Shocked America (Mass Market Paperback)
Shame on you Diane Fanning for writing such a boring and not at all researched book.
I use to look forward to diane fanning book's and I am really disapointed. Do not waste your money on this book.
Diane needs to do more research and get back to writing a good book like her past books.
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