Alice Vinten

Alice Vinten has published an important book on policing. She is a credit to the profession. I hope this signals a fresh approach to policing.

Dr Charlotte Proudman, Founder of Right To Equality

True stories of crime and heroism from Yorkshire’s front line policewomen

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOK OF THE YEAR, TRUE CRIME AWARDS 
 
Alice Vinten, a former Met Police Constable with over 10 years of service on the force, shares the stories of brave and dedicated policewomen who have been involved in real-life cases in the UK, based on a series of interviews with these women who have spent their entire careers at the sharp end of crime-fighting. 
 
The Real Happy Valley reveals what life on the beat is really like. From dealing with domestic abuse cases to facing personal assaults, gang crime and murder, these courageous women stop at nothing to bring criminals to justice, never failing to put others' safety before their own. 
 
Gripping and inspiring, The Real Happy Valley is a celebration of our finest policewomen's extraordinary courage, and their peerless commitment to protect and serve.

The Real Happy Valley

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