Who Killed John Lennon?

A compelling new book that unravels the enigma of John Lennon from acclaimed music biographer Lesley-Ann Jones

And when did the 'real' John Lennon die?

Peeling back the layers, acclaimed music biographer and journalist Lesley-Ann Jones tracks the highs and lows that led Lennon to relocate to New York, where he was shot dead on the street outside his apartment building that fateful winter night.

Late on 8 December 1980, the world stopped turning for millions when news broke that its best-loved rock star had been gunned down in cold blood in New York City.

But who, or what, really killed him? And when did the 'real' John Lennon die?

Peeling back the layers, acclaimed music biographer and journalist Lesley-Ann Jones tracks the highs and lows that led Lennon to relocate to New York, where he was shot dead on the street outside his apartment building that fateful winter night. Using fresh first-hand research, unseen images and exclusive interviews with those who knew Lennon best, the author's search for answers in this enthralling exploration offers a gripping, 360-degree view of one of our most iconic music legends, four decades on from his tragic death.

There have been countless books about the Beatles and John Lennon. There has never been one quite like this.