Detour: A Hollywood Story

As the daughter of legendary actress Lana Turner, Cheryl Crane grew up surrounded by Hollywood glamour, celebrity, and privilege. But behind the luxurious lifestyle lay a troubled childhood marked by emotional turmoil, abuse, and family secrets.

In 1958, at just fourteen years old, Cheryl fatally stabbed her mother's boyfriend, Johnny Stompanato, a man with connections to organized crime. The incident became an international sensation, exposing the darker realities behind Hollywood's glittering image.

Through her personal account, Crane reveals the circumstances surrounding that tragic night, including her experiences of sexual abuse and the complicated relationships that shaped her early life.

Candid and deeply personal, Detour is a compelling celebrity memoir for readers interested in Hollywood history, true crime, family relationships, and survival.