Sutton Landau

Sutton Landau is an Australian author and lifelong student of true crime, drawn to the cases that leave behind difficult questions about trust, justice, human behaviour and the lives changed forever by crime.

Growing up with a father who served as a Homicide Squad detective gave Sutton an early appreciation of the consequences of serious crime — not only for victims and their families, but for entire communities. That perspective continues to shape his approach to true-crime writing today.

Sutton believes readers deserve more than sensational headlines. His work is built around careful research, chronological clarity and respect for the real people behind each case. Police interviews, court material, expert evidence and public records are examined closely, while speculation and unnecessary sensationalism are kept firmly in their place.

His first true-crime book, Fatal Invitation: The Erin Patterson Murders, examines the extraordinary Leongatha mushroom poisoning case from the family lunch that began it all through the investigation, forensic evidence, courtroom proceedings and final outcome.

Sutton’s aim is simple: follow the evidence, honour the victims, and give readers the fullest and clearest account possible.

His future work will continue to explore significant Australian true-crime cases where careful investigation can reveal the story behind the headlines.