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Goat Castle Audiobook by Karen L. Cox

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Karen L. Cox) — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 07:04:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Goat Castle Subtitle: A True Story of Murder, Race, and the Gothic South Author: Karen L. Cox Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 1932, the city of Natchez, Mississippi, reckoned with an unexpected influx of journalists and tourists as the lurid story of a local murder was splashed across headlines nationwide. Two eccentrics, Richard Dana and Octavia Dockery, enlisted an African American man named George Pearls to rob their reclusive neighbor, Jennie Merrill, at her estate. During the attempted robbery, Merrill was shot and killed. The crime drew national coverage when it came to light that Dana and Dockery, the alleged murderers, shared their huge, decaying antebellum mansion with their goats and other livestock, which prompted journalists to call the estate "Goat Castle". Pearls was killed by an Arkansas policeman in an unrelated incident before he could face trial. However, as was all too typical in the Jim Crow South, the white community demanded "justice", and an innocent black woman named Emily Burns was ultimately sent to prison for the murder of Merrill. Dana and Dockery not only avoided punishment but also lived to profit from the notoriety of the murder. Strange, fascinating, and sobering, Goat Castle tells the story of this local feud, killing, investigation, and trial, showing how a true crime tale of fallen southern grandeur and murder obscured an all too familiar story of racial injustice. Critic Reviews: " Goat Castle is a riveting exploration of a true crime that illuminates the complicated relationship between race and the law in the post-Civil War South." ( Foreword Reviews) Members Reviews: Five Stars It was an excellent murder mystery â It shows a âmass exodus of African Americans in the Great Migration, relocating to northern cities in search of ... I received this book courtesy of NetGalley and its publisher, The University of North Carolina Press. The setting was in Natchez, Mississippi after the Civil War. The murder of Jennie Merrill, a descendent of a southern plantation aristocrat, is the center of the story. However, also relevant is the treatment of blacks and an inequitable judicial system. âThe only person to actually stand trial for Jennie Merrillâs murder was an African American domestic named Emily Burns.â âEmily was presumed guilty because of her race, whether or not she pulled the trigger on the gun that killed Jennie Merrill.â âEmilyâs family history was woven into the fabric of American slavery on her motherâs side, too.â It shows a âmass exodus of African Americans in the Great Migration, relocating to northern cities in search of jobs and the promise of personal freedom.â Specific to Natchez: âWhen the civil War ended, the stateâs black population stood at 55 percent of the entire whole â in Adams County it was closer to 70 percent â and white Mississippians were hardly willing to accept the idea of former slaves circulating among them freely.â Jennieâs eccentric neighbors, Dick Dana (Wild Man) and Octavia Dockery (Goat Woman), reside in Glenwood, which is âankle-deep in filth and overrun with animals â especially goats.â Hence, Glenwoodâs nickname was âGoat Castleâ. Constant legal action occurred between these two neighbors for animals, including goats, causing damage to Merrillâs property. Although Dick and Octavia were initially arrested for Jennieâs murder, they were released and never tried.

Secrets in the Cellar Audiobook by John Glatt

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Glatt) — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 22:57:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets in the Cellar Subtitle: The True Story of the Austrian Incest Case That Shocked the World Author: John Glatt Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 353 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Josef Fritzl was a 73-year-old retired engineer in Austria. He seemed to be living a normal life with his wife, Rosemarie, and their family - though one daughter, Elisabeth, had decades earlier been "lost" to a religious cult. Throughout the years, three of Elisabeth's children mysteriously appeared on the Fritzls' doorstep; Josef and Rosemarie raised them as their own. But only Josef knew the truth about Elisabeth's disappearance.... For 27 years, Josef had imprisoned and molested Elisabeth in his man-made basement dungeon, complete with soundproof paneling and code-protected electric locks. There, she would eventually give birth to a total of seven of Josef's children. One died in infancy, and the other three were raised alongside Elisabeth, never to see the light of day. Then, in 2008, one of Elisabeth's children became seriously ill and was taken to the hospital. It was the first time the 19-year-old girl had ever gone outside - and soon, the truth about her background, her family's captivity, and Josef's unspeakable crimes would come to light. Members Reviews: One of the most riveting and disturbing books ever The story this book tells is truly "stranger than fiction." If it was a novel, you'd say it was too absurd to be true. But amazingly, and shockingly, it is. From the very beginning, the story is well-paced and well-written. It contains enough details to send chills down your spine that such a sick, twisted man could ever exist. You will wonder how his victimized daughter ever survived and kept her sanity through numerous unthinkable acts: raped 3,000 times by her father, help captive for 24 YEARS, living in a dungeon that is only 5' 6" tall with no windows...it's truly unthinkable. I listened to this book during my commute, and i was anxious to get into my car every day (how often does that happen to you?). In addition to the story being unbelievable, the narrator is perhaps the best i've ever heard. His voice is made for this kind of thing. It is truly one of the best books i've ever listened to. My only word of caution: be prepared to be amazed, horrified, disgusted, and baffled. You'll want to hug your children after you listen to this. I was hooked. A great listen. Any additional comments? I know its a good book when I scour the web looking for anything I can about the main characters. This father was a sociopath of the worst kind. I think the author was too easy on the wife but I do live in a different part of the world and have had many things that women did not. Still, how could she let him do all those things to the kids while they were growing up? And the main character, she must really be something to have survived that. I send her and her family all of my prayers and well wishes. A Fact Filled Account of a Chilling Crime I REALLY enjoyed this book. The author fills your mind with facts and details and the narrator dictates them to you in a clear, engaging manner of speaking. The subject matter, while horrifically grotesque is in a morbid way, quite interesting. By the end of the book, your heart will go out to the victims of this terrible crime. crazy and disturbing What did you love best about Secrets in the Cellar? Im a big believer that non fiction is better than fiction and unfortunately this story makes that statement true.

Dance for Me Audiobook by Tiffini Johnson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tiffini Johnson) — Tue, 23 May 2017 22:25:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dance for Me Author: Tiffini Johnson Narrator: Natalie Duke Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Child Abuse True Stories Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Maelea is an average 11-year-old living in Anlong Veng, Cambodia. Her days consist of fishing in the Mekong River with her father, watching her younger sister Srey, cooking with her mother, and dancing joyfully throughout the hut. When her sister becomes ill with dengue fever and the family worries she will die, her father journeys to the city in search of help. He returns with a doctor and a mysterious woman whom he tells Maelea she will now work for as a domestic servant. Maelea is promised a door to a better future, including school, but finds herself trapped in a brothel instead. There she endures unimaginable torture, isolation, and is forced to sell her body up to 60 times a night for two years until one horrific act of terror becomes an unlikely saving grace. Dance For Me is an honest and compassionate look into child sex trafficking. It will make you angry, it will make you sad, and it will inspire you to act for those who you cannot. Members Reviews: Hard read/listen This was a good book don't get me wrong. However it took me a while to read because it made me sick and depressed every time I listened to it. The things this poor girl went through is just horrible. Unfortunately this is not an uncommon story. Thousands of young girls and boys are trafficked every day. Not just in other countries but the US as well. Natalie thank you for sharing your story. very gripping. sad story but very well told. the details make me feel like I was there, I would definitely recommend this to others Heartbreaking but reality. Narrator was fantastic! Story is heart wrenching & truly makes you realize how some people could just be so cruel. So sad that anyone, much less children are trapped and must endure this everyday. Well written & told & I couldnt stop listening. Listed at true crime but is actually fiction What disappointed you about Dance for Me? I purchased it thinking it was a true story as I like to read how people overcome adversity but it turned out to be fiction. What should have been a compelling subject was glossed over. You got a bit of a sense of the horror of what was happening but more from knowing what you've learned in life than what came out of the story. It didn't help that the narrator sounded so bored and read the whole book in a monotone. It sounded like someone spaced out on drugs when it should have sounded like a young girl going through a horrific experience What will your next listen be? A lighter subject, perhaps Peter James as I enjoy most of his books How did the narrator detract from the book? She sounded totally bored and read the whole thing in a monotone. You didnt love this book--but did it have any redeeming qualities? None. It had the potential to be a great story but I never got a grasp of the true horror that girls in this situation must experience.

Newtown Audiobook by Matthew Lysiak

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Matthew Lysiak) — Tue, 10 Dec 2013 21:30:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Newtown Subtitle: An American Tragedy Author: Matthew Lysiak Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: 12/14/2012, Sandy Hook Elementary School, Newtown, Connecticut We remember the numbers: 20 children and six adults, murdered in a place of nurture and trust. We remember the names: Teachers like Victoria Soto, who lost her life protecting her students. A shooter named Adam Lanza. And we remember the questions: Outraged conjecture instantly monopolized the worldwide response to the tragedy, while the truth went missing. Here is the definitive journalistic account of Newtown, an essential examination of the facts - not only of that horrific day but the perfect storm of mental instability and obsession that preceded it and, in the aftermath of unspeakable heartbreak, the controversy that continues to play out on the national stage. Drawn from previously undisclosed emails, police reports, and in-depth interviews, Newtown: An American Tragedy breaks through a miasma of misinformation with its comprehensive and astonishing portrayal. This is the vital story that must be told today if we are to prevent another American tragedy in the days to come. A portion of the proceeds from this audiobook will be donated to the Avielle Foundation. Members Reviews: Devastating on so many levels. This is a hard review to write; especially with today being four years since the tragedy. This is the first audiobook that I am truly disappointed with because I don't feel the vocal performance respected the victims. The recounting of the massacre is horrifying enough but the narrator made me want to throw up when he mimicked the gunfire with an aggressive tone, "pop, pop, pop!" While I realize that Lysiak wrote those words, it truly did nothing but exploit what happened. With the explicit detail that is presented, I know what is happening inside of the school. I don't need the "pops" to convince me. It was almost enough to make me stop listening but I pressed on because I wanted to see if the book would redeem itself. Like many have said, the book was released too soon. Dave Cullen's Columbine demonstrated how to examine a tragedy with the ten years of research that went into it and the effort speaks to itself. I found that Lysiak tended to repeat points he already established. The afterword is what destroyed my confidence in recommending this to anyone where he explored possibilities of, "what if this happened, maybe this would have been prevented." The most pervasive example of this was when he posited, "what if Adam Lanza's favorite teacher didn't retire? Would Sandy Hook still have happened?" This does nothing but assigns blame. Sue Klebold's excellent A Mother's Reckoning shows that you could do everything that you thought was right but it still did not prevent what happened. I can't recommend this. Tragic, heartbreaking, and important Any additional comments? Your initial reactions upon gazing the book cover of Newtown" will be to avoid reliving the Sandy Hook massacre. Matthew Lysiak, author, details the modern American nightmare, which leaves readers depressed and emotionally drained. However, reading Newtown is an important first step in starting to comprehend the roots of school shootings and its lasting effects on the families and communities. The 20 years old shooter murdered his mother, 6 educational professionals, and 20 early elementary aged children.

The Spider Network Audiobook by David Enrich

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Enrich) — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 16:34:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Spider Network Subtitle: The Wild Story of a Maths Genius, a Gang of Backstabbing Bankers, and One of the Greatest Scams in Financial History Author: David Enrich Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-17 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Random House presents the audiobook edition of The Spider Network by David Enrich, read by Mike Chamberlain. Shortlisted for the Financial Times Business Book of the Year The Spider Network is the almost-unbelievable and darkly entertaining inside account of the Libor scandal one of the biggest, farthest-reaching financial scams since the global financial crisis written by the only journalist with access to Tom Hayes before he was sentenced to fourteen years in prison. Full of exclusive details, and with ramifications that stretch right across the British establishment, this is a gripping, real-life story of outlandish characters and reckless greed in the City of London. By turns a rollicking account of the scandal and also a provocative examination of a financial system that was crooked throughout, The Spider Network is a perfect read for fans of The Wolf of Wall Street and The Big Short. Critic Reviews: "Will snare you in its web of deceit. A brilliant investigative exposé." (Harlan Coben, best-selling thriller author) "Reads like a fast-paced John le Carré thriller, and never lets up." (New York Times book review) Members Reviews: Difficult to conclude I thoroughly enjoyed the story, and could almost feel the very vulnerable, even child like aspect of Hayes character coming from the words. As someone who has experience of dealing with Asperger's in daily life, I could relate and empathise with Hayes situation and have experienced similar events where people I know who suffer with Asperger's have been led down the proverbial garden path into trouble, to the benefit of others. His interpersonal relationships appeared touching and even comical. I did find myself in a quandary whilst reading as my allegiance to the protagonist swung back and forth like a barometer at times, which I think separates this title from others and again really captures the fickleness of human behaviour and emotions. The narration wasn't too great, it was a little robotic. Otherwise thumbs up! recommended enthralling story about one of the most visible scams. narration was average and could have been more engaging. Almost comical wooden delivery by the narrator Almost comical wooden delivery by the narrator really spoiled it for me I'm afraid to say dreary novel in a romantic style What would have made The Spider Network better? The FACTS get on with it! The flowery novel love story details are not required. I dont care! What was most disappointing about David Enrichs story? Gave up on chapter 7. Dragging out the dreary details of peripheral tittle tattle is best left to pulp fiction How did the narrator detract from the book? One could tell he was also bored reading it What character would you cut from The Spider Network? Dont know Any additional comments? I am primarily a non fiction reader. If I read a finance book on a scam I want to know about the scam the technical details, what was done, what made them undone. I dont care what wine was drunk at a bar. I dont care about girlfriends I dont care about difficult childhoods. I think other readers will be impressed I endured to chapter 7. I have no idea how the scam was done I cannot go on. Great book Listened almost non stop. Fact but told like fiction. Well researched.

You Can't Win Audiobook by Jack Black

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Black) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:57:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Can't Win Author: Jack Black Narrator: Bernard Setaro Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 241 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The favorite book of William Burroughs. A journey into the hobo underworld, freight hopping around the still Wild West, becoming a highwayman and member of the yegg (criminal) brotherhood, getting hooked on opium, doing stints in jail or escaping, often with the assistance of crooked cops or judges. Our lost history revived. With an introduction by Burroughs. A BookSense 77 selection. Members Reviews: Hobo Jack When I find an obscure book and write about it I discover ten thousand others have already read the thing. It's like being an explorer in a remote jungle who finds Starbuck cups in the undergrowth from those who already passed that way. But, most book readers are not aware of You Can't Win, as I was not until a few weeks ago. It's the non-fiction autobiography of a self-chosen outcast in the late nineteen century, who despite a good upbringing chose at sixteen to hop trains and live life as a petty burglary and sneak thief. "The life fascinated me," he says. Once settled into it he refused to do anything else. Older men and boys taught him safe cracking and how to sneak into houses at night. They educated him on how to fence jewelry, hide swag, tear up receipts, and dress blandly to be just a face in the crowd. It's enthralling. You Can't Win was penned forty years after Jack Black became a criminal, and after a long jail term finally changed his attitudes. In late middle age he was paroled and handed a decent job by a wealthy newspaper publisher, who also arranged for his memoirs to be ghost-writtenthis, as the author's health (despite statements to the contrary) slid downhill slowly. His book was a hit when it came out in 1926 but Black, or Blackie as his friends called him (his real name may have been Thomas Callaghan), grew enfeebled. He wasn't able to do the sequel his publisher pestered him for. Depressed about his health, he drowned himself in the Pacific in 1932. Read the book with contemporary knowledge of crime and psychology and it's a gem of unintended revelation. For example, readers familiar with criminal ways will recognize the use of nicknames to disguise identities. Legendary bank robber Alvin Karpis, for example, always called himself "Ray." Baby Face Nelson's name among his fellow criminals was "Jimmy." At present, cops keep databases of "street names" in order to fit nicknames to faces. Nicknames were already used in the late 1880s when Blackie began his career. Another thing to note is the author's touch of narcissistic personality disorder. The first time he saw someone killeda boy near his age crushed to death by shifting lumber in a boxcar the two were riding, so that just legs could be seen dangling down in free spacehe was unmoved. He kicked panels out of the boxcar's side and legged it away. The second time his best friend, mentor, and fellow burglar "Smiler" was shot in the throat in a dark backyard while breaking into a house. Blackie ran away again. He forced himself to return, he writes, and drag his friend into an alleywhere he rifled Smiler's pockets, taking his money and watch. To be fair, "Smiler" was dead and might well have done the same for him were circumstances reversed. The author witnesses two other deaths before the book concludes. None caused an emotional ripple.

Hunted: The Zodiac Murders Audiobook by Mark Hewitt

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Hewitt) — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 06:30:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hunted: The Zodiac Murders Subtitle: The Zodiac Serial Killer, Volume 1 Author: Mark Hewitt Narrator: Mark Redfield Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Genius Book Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The Zodiac serial killer claimed the lives of at least five young victims between 1966 and 1974, and mocked the police with telephone calls, taunting letters, and encrypted messages. Thousands of men have been accused; nearly 2,500 have been investigated. Yet the Zodiac has never been identified. This painstakingly researched and meticulously detailed compendium to the Zodiac serial killer case by true crime author Mark Hewitt presents the crimes and their effect on a community, including the various sides of the many disputed issues within the case. Hunted: The Zodiac Murders is the true story of America's greatest criminal mystery. This indispensable companion book is accessible to anyone interested in joining the pursuit, exploring a mystery, or witnessing the police response to an appalling crime spree. Book One, Hunted: The Zodiac Murders, tells the amazing true story of a serial killer on the loose. Book Two, Profiled, The Zodiac Examined (2017), examines the evidence and offers a careful, detailed profile of the killer based on the case facts. Book Three, Exposed: The Zodiac Revealed (2018) narrows down the lengthy list of suspects, and offers startling conclusions. Members Reviews: Incredible This is book 1 in his series and ive heard this from beginning to end 2 times. I've learned alot about the Zodiac. Decent.....maybe..... What did you like best about Hunted: The Zodiac Murders? What did you like least? The depth of information this book has is very good. What do you think your next listen will be? Something NOT by this author or narrator. Narrator is very monotone and the constant "quote" "unquote" that he says is just so incredibly annoying. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Mark Redfield? someone who doesn't say "quote....unquote"

Mentally Ill in Amityville Audiobook by Will Savive

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Will Savive) — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 01:17:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mentally Ill in Amityville Subtitle: Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem at 112 Ocean Ave. Author: Will Savive Narrator: Jim Seitz Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-17 Publisher: Del-Grande publishing Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On November 13, 1974 the quiet village of Amityville was rocked by the murders of six members of the DeFeo family at 112 Ocean Ave. The only surviving member of this tragic ordeal was Ronald DeFeo Jr., who was later charged and convicted to six-life-sentences. Thirteen months later, the Lutz family moved into the lavish Dutch Colonial home, but moved out mysteriously after just 28-days, claiming that the house was haunted! Then came a media frenzy, and with the release of Jay Anson's runaway best-selling book The Amityville Horror, which was later transformed into a blockbuster movie, the story became an international phenomenon. Mentally Ill in Amityville (MIA), is the true story of the events as they occurred, with exclusive interviews and official documents of these dramatic events. MIA is a must-listen for anyone who wants to know the complete story behind the most famous haunted house in the world. MIA the Second Edition includes new insight, new details, and new interviews. This book is the most in-depth, factual account of the story that has remained an international phenomenon. Members Reviews: Interesting Topics, Poor Execution This book has some interesting information regarding the DeFeo murders and the horrible work of the Suffolk County Police Department and District Attorney's Office in the first couple of chapters. However, too much of the book is dedicated to unsubstantiated claims. Savive is a "professional" writer, yet the book is filled with mis-spellings, grammatical errors, layout errors (repeated paragraphs) and other unprofessional-isms that make reading the book annoying. Unfortunately, this book does not add much to the legitimate concerns regarding the DeFeo murders and prosecution or the issue of paranormal activities surrounding the house at 112 Ocean Avenue. A good book This book was a great read and and had great information. It gave information about each family member background and what within the family. It was highly repetitive and became boring. I understand the murders have many twists and ... I do not feel this was well-written. It was highly repetitive and became boring. I understand the murders have many twists and turns but the author gave no idea as to which story he thought was closest to true. Given his extensive research you'd think he would have some opinion. Sorry, I would not recommend it to someone, there must be a better book on Amityville! Readable, needs an editing overhaul I enjoyed the story line and the factual information provided. That being said, I was disappointed by the numerous misspellings, and grammatical as well as punctuation errors throughout this text. I made me wonder if the author had bothered to have the text edited prior to publication, and if so, needs a new editor! If the research done was intended as a post-graduate work or masters' thesis, it should be edited extensively prior to submission. Pretty informative No matter how many books I've read on this subject it will still remain a mystery! This book did have a lot of unbiased facts and a lot of information around the Ronnie DeFeo case. So if your interested with learning about his court trial you will enjoy this book.

The Last Victim Audiobook by Jason Moss, Jeffrey Kottler

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jason Moss) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:37:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Victim Subtitle: A True-Life Journey into the Mind of a Serial Killer Author: Jason Moss, Jeffrey Kottler Narrator: Thomas Fawley Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Dear Mr. Manson.... It started with a college course assignment, then escalated into a dangerous obsession. Eighteen-year-old honor student Jason Moss wrote to men whose body counts had made criminal history: men named Dahmer, Manson, Ramirez, and Gacy. Dear Mr. Dahmer.... Posing as their ideal victim, Jason seduced them with his words. One by one they wrote him back, showering him with their madness and violent fantasies. Then the game spun out of control. John Wayne Gacy revealed all to Jason - and invited his pen pal to visit him in prison.... Dear Mr. Gacy.... It was an offer Jason couldn't turn down. Even if it made him.... The book that has riveted the attention of the national media, this may be the most revealing look at serial killers ever recorded and the most illuminating study of the dark places of the human mind ever attempted. Members Reviews: Narrator What did you love best about The Last Victim? It was an a creepy, scary and exciting glimpse into the mind of serial killers. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Thomas Fawley? I don't know, but I did not enjoy his narration. Found his voice very irritating. I almost quit listening, but persisted because of the story. Pulling the Covers back and Exposing True Evil It is a true story of the autobiographical story of Jason Moss who wrote to serial killers and got into their psyche while doing so by intentionally fabricating stories to tap into their brain to get some insight that could explain their murders. Riveting, Scary and thought provoking. What this book uncovers is the the devils work in a personal setting. There is true evil out there and this book uncovers the shadows of the blackness that truly exist in not just the most commonly known serial killers, but from everyday people who walk down the sidewalk in front of your house. John Wayne Gacy we all know from what we have heard and read was a terrible person and a psychotic killer. But this book puts you in the same room with John Waynce Gacy and locks the doors. Gacy is a monster. But this book exposes him for the true monster that he really is and help seperates him from any prior thoughts you may a have a had about him. Yeah he is a serial killer, and we know he killed 30 something people and buried them under his house, thats common knowledge. But that really doesn't seperate him from the others right?? Well read this and you will change the way you think. This book also covers Richard Ramirez, Dahmer and Manson. Great stuff.....but listen to it with the lights on and whatever you do don't listen it before you go to sleep. You don't want to let these guys into your dreams at night.

True Crime Stories, Volume 7 Audiobook by Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Rosewood) — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 05:18:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime Stories, Volume 7 Subtitle: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases - True Crime Anthology Author: Jack Rosewood Narrator: Kevin Kollins Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-01-17 Publisher: LAK Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Listen to this true crime anthology to learn about 12 more true crime stories that shocked communities and grabbed headlines around the world. You will learn about tragic cases of family annihilation and relationships gone horribly wrong. Among the most shocking of these cases is the murder of the Westerhuis family in South Dakota, who on the outside appeared to by an all-American family, but inside they harbored a felonious secret. A trio of politically motivated murder stories will also keep you intrigued and glued to listen to this audiobook. Two of the cases involve hate crimes committed in the United States, while the other was the first major act of Islamic terrorism in the US. The three cases were also examples of organized crime, much like the murder of Australian biker Wayne Rodney Schneider. You may be shocked when you learn that the criminal investigation of Schneider's murder has uncovered suspects from two different continents, and that the actual crime took place on a third continent. Unfortunately, many of the cases profiled in this audiobook involve innocent victims, such as nine-year-old Amber Lucius who was murdered by her own mother. Now that you have been warned, start listening to this audiobook and learn about 12 more high-profile true crime murder cases. You may be disturbed at times, but if you enjoy learning about forensic science and criminal investigation procedures, then this is the audiobook for you! Members Reviews: Bite sized True Crime for the Busy Addict This collection of twelve stories is a quick and easy read that will keep you transfixed by the cruelty of humanity and the sometimes twisted nature of relationships. I really like the author's ability to condense the complexities of a case into an easily digestible story. Every true crime addict will find something to interest them in these stories. Wonderful facts very intersting listen As always my favorite is true crime it is so mind blowing how other peoples mind work. In this book you will find some shocking crimes but the way they were dealt with is the most shocking. Mr. Rosewood touches on some very horrible crimes that will shock you. The narrator really bought this audio to life. He gave emotion when he needed to but for the most part he just does it in his normal voice much like someone doing the news which is the way it should be. There are no background noises, no repeating of words, no volume changes just a clean clear audio that I totally enjoyed. He lays it out and lets the listener judge what their emotion will be. This is the first time I have listened to anything by him and look forward to listening to more of his work. I dont believe I had heard about any of these crimes. As true crime hog I took it all in enjoying every last word. With the way the world is going today it is good to keep up to date on true crime and maybe by studying it we can save ourselves if it is every our turn. Crime stories that really happened. The narrator's voice was perfect! It was dramatic and clear when speaking. The stories were some things I have heard in the past but had forgotten. I had not had a lot of experience with audible but this was a positive experience. I would recommend this audible to any that want to listen to stories of crimes. Interesting! This is an interesting collection of true crime stories. Narration was fantastic.

True Crime Stories Volume 4 Audiobook by Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Rosewood) — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 19:39:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime Stories Volume 4 Subtitle: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases Author: Jack Rosewood Narrator: Thomas Stone Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-16 Publisher: Wiq Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Warning! The following true crime book may shock and frighten the faint hearted. In this book are assembled 12 of the strangest true crime stories in human history. There is no doubt that some of these cases will disturb you, but it is equally assured that you will not be able to stop listening! Follow along in various criminal investigations as astute investigators race to solve cold murder cases. Some of the cases in this true crime anthology will boggle your mind as much as the police were when they investigated them. You will hear about the abduction of girls from safe neighborhoods during broad daylight and how the dogged detectives eventually caught their killers through a combination of advances in science, some lucky breaks, and excellent police work. There are also some true crime murder cases profiled where killers have yet to be brought to justice and, unfortunately, probably never will be. You may have already heard about some of these cases, while it will be the first time you hear about others, but make no mistake, you will keep listening for more. So start listening and hear about bizarre abductions, true murder cases, and other strange crimes that have intrigued people around the world. Once you do, you will want to hear more. Members Reviews: another great story by Jack rosewood love his stories about serial killers narrator Thomas stone did a great job I received this book from the author for a honest review and unbiased opinion via audio book boom dot com Quick True Crime Any additional comments? When I read/listen to true crime I want all of the details of the crime- backstory on the perpetrator, victims, cops, etc. These true crime stories are all quite short and give you a general sense of the story, rather than a very detailed account. This book would be good for readers who only want a bit of a soundbite! I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher. True Cut and Paste Crime Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? No. This book is nothing more than a cut and paste collection of the Readers Digest versions of news clippings. There was no research. No in-depth study. It was a compilation of news clippings. Has True Crime Stories Volume 4 turned you off from other books in this genre? No. One bad book does not make a genre. The only true crime in this book was the publishing. What three words best describe Thomas Stones performance? Flat Dry Consistent Could you see True Crime Stories Volume 4 being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? Stranger things have happened. Any additional comments? I listen to audiobooks while I work around the house. I usually find myself stopping, and rewinding sections of an audiobook, when I realize that there was a section of dialogue, or an important detail in the story that I'd missed while distracted. I never stopped to rewind any part of this book. At some point I just let it run... It became background noise that kept me company, like a television playing in another room. great short stories about killers This book is a great compilation of short stories about murders. The new reader makes the stories have a bit of a "Dick Tracey" feel and fits the stories.

The Book of Matt Audiobook by Stephen Jimenez

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Jimenez) — Tue, 24 Sep 2013 16:27:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Book of Matt Subtitle: Hidden Truths About the Murder of Matthew Shepard Author: Stephen Jimenez Narrator: Paul Fleschner Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-13 Publisher: steerforth press l.l.c. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Late on the night of October 6, 1998, Matthew Shepard, a twenty-one-year-old gay college student, left a bar in Laramie, Wyoming with two alleged "strangers" Aaron McKinney and Russell Henderson. Eighteen hours later, Matthew was found tied to a log fence on the outskirts of town, unconscious and barely alive. He had been pistol-whipped so severely that the mountain biker who discovered his battered frame mistook him for a Halloween scarecrow. Overnight, a politically expedient myth took the place of important facts. By the time Matthew died a few days later, his name was synonymous with anti-gay hate. Stephen Jimenez went to Laramie to research the story of Matthew Shepard's murder in 2000, after the two men convicted of killing him had gone to prison, and after the national media had moved on. His aim was to write a screenplay on what he, and the rest of the nation, believed to be an open-and-shut case of bigoted violence. As a gay man, he felt an added moral imperative to tell Matthew's story. But what Jimenez eventually found in Wyoming was a tangled web of secrets. His exhaustive investigation also plunged him deep into the deadly underworld of drug trafficking. Over the course of a thirteen-year investigation, Jimenez traveled to twenty states and Washington DC, and interviewed more than a hundred sources. Who was the real Matthew Shepard and what were the true circumstances of his brutal murder? And now that he was larger than life, did anyone care? The Book of Matt is sure to stir passions and inspire dialogue as it re-frames this misconstrued crime and its cast of characters, proving irrefutably that Matthew Shepard was not killed for being gay but for reasons far more complicated - and daunting. Critic Reviews: "Mr. Jimenez's book is most useful in illuminating the power of the media to shape the popular conception of an event. It shows how a desire for Manichaean morality tales can lead us to oversimplify the human experience. . . . Mr. Jimenez's findings cast doubt on what he calls the Shepard story's function as latter-day 'passion play and folktale.'" (The Wall Street Journal) Now comes Stephen Jimenez with The Book of Matt, and this most detailed effort to rescue the protagonists from caricature is, with a few exceptions, being coolly ignored or pilloried for 'blaming the victim.' . . . Jimenez does not polemicize or tread deeply into the psyches of the main figures. Rather, he explores the drug-fueled world they inhabited, and evokes its thick air of violence. . . . Jimenez spent thirteen years to tell his story. . . In this story, Shepard and McKinney were neither lamb nor wolf; they were human commodities, working for rival drug circles to support their habits, and occasionally forced to pay their debts in sex... What impelled McKinney to loathe his desires, and Shepard relentlessly, dangerously to test himself, and Henderson to follow orders? Violence lacerated these young men long before the murder, and it will not be diminished or resisted by myths and vengeful laws." ( JoAnn Wypijewski in The Nation) "Jimenez is careful to point out that his goal is to understand Shepard as a complex human being and make the fullest possible sense of his murder, not to suggest in any way that he deserved his horrific fate. . . .

True Crime Stories - List of 12, Volume 2 Audiobook by Ryan Becker

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ryan Becker) — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 03:02:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime Stories - List of 12, Volume 2 Subtitle: 12 Terrifying True Crime Murder Cases Author: Ryan Becker Narrator: Philip Hoffman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-17 Publisher: Sea Vision Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Have you ever wondered what is in the mind of a killer? Are you fascinated by what makes someone snap and kill, or carry out a carefully planned murder? In this second book in the series, List of Twelve, Volume 2, author Ryan Becker examines 12 individuals who did just that and became notorious as a result. From Blaine Norris and Ryan Trimble, who conspired to commit bloody murder for the sake of a film, to James Edward Pough who became a mass shooter after his car was repossessed, it is a frightening yet fascinating look at the sometimes-trivial things which set people onto a path of brutal killing and terror. Each one made their darkest fantasies into a reality when they made the decision to kill and each one has earned their own terrible place in this gruesome hall of fame. Get a copy of List of Twelve, Volume 2, and be prepared for an insight into the darkest recesses of dangerous minds like no other book before it. Members Reviews: Bonus book was better This was a super quick read. Some chapters were only a couple of pages. I felt it was pretty shallow descriptions of murderers. The bonus book, however, was better as it was more in-depth and followed just one serial killer. Grammar mistakes were sprinkled throughout the book but not so many that it kept me from reading it. a good read by Ryan Becker As always, a good read by Ryan Becker. True Crime Stories 2 is enjoyable for those, like me, who are fascinated by the twisted minds of murderers, and for the novice reader of the genre. I do agree with another post about one thing though: It would be nice to know at least a bit of background on these people. What happened in their past to make them murder someone in their future? It would be good to peek into past just enough to, possible, understand. Not condone, never condone, but just maybe to see a bit of their reasoning. I still, though, recommend Mr. Becker's books 100%! Just the facts, ma'am. I have been fascinated by crime stories for years and was very interested in reading this book, but found it a little disappointing. The individual cases are mostly a fairly bare-bones synopsis with "just the facts" and little else. And the editing could have been better. Overall, I was rather disappointed and unimpressed Interesting reading. Brief but satisfying looks at 12 serial killers and what drove them. The stories take up about half of the book, but a longer story on serial killers in general and Edmund Kemper in particular finishes it up. Interesting reading. Interesting enough! An interesting enough read that is to the point and concise. It makes for an easy way for true crime fans to get their fix!

Who Killed These Girls? Audiobook by Beverly Lowry

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Beverly Lowry) — Tue, 11 Oct 2016 13:56:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Who Killed These Girls? Subtitle: Cold Case: The Yogurt Shop Murders Author: Beverly Lowry Narrator: Amanda Carlin Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: From the author of Crossed Over, another masterful account of a horrible crime: the murder of four girls, countless other ruined lives, and the evolving complications of the justice system that frustrated the massive attempts - for 25 years now - to find and punish those who committed it. The facts are brutally straightforward. On December 6, 1991, the naked, bound and gagged bodies of four girls - each one shot in the head - were found in an I Can't Believe It's Yogurt! shop in Austin, Texas. Grief, shock, and horror spread out from their families and friends to overtake the city itself. Though all branches of law enforcement were brought to bear, the investigation was often misdirected, and after eight years only two men (then teenagers) were tried. Moreover, their subsequent convictions were eventually overturned, and Austin PD detectives are still working on what is now a very cold case. Over the decades the story has grown to include DNA technology, false confessions, and other developments facing crime and punishment in contemporary life. But this story belongs to the scores of people involved, and from them Lowry has fashioned a riveting saga that sounds like a Russian novel - comprehensive and thoroughly engrossing. Critic Reviews: "Beverly Lowry is rapidly becoming the Zola of Central Texas. Her character studies only get better." (Larry McMurtry) "An epic story: everyone touched by it was broken in some way. A vivid depiction of the upheaval these tragedies unleash, and the fallacy of closure." (Dave Cullen, author of Columbine) "Compulsively readable, a real nail-biter, Beverly Lowry's latest foray into true crime is as much a finely layered study of locale as an examination of the inexplicable violence of the human animal. Detail by detail, in beautifully turned, nuanced sentences, she uncovers and probes with patient skill this tragic communal wound." (Phillip Lopate) Members Reviews: Good story ruined by terrible narration This is such a heartbreaking, tragic story. It was difficult to get beyond the narrator. She is monotone and sounds like a computerized voice. It was like nails on a chalkboard. Sad on several levels. this case is always been pretty interesting to me and when I saw there was a book about it I was excited to read it. I never heard the story of the multiple trials and things of that nature. But hearing what the Austin Police Department detectives did especially to one of the suspects you could tell was not very intelligent I'd say close to handicapped. And the fact that they coerced him into saying what they wanted and it really answers the question of how could you confess to something you didn't do. But the saddest thing of all of it is what happened to those four girls and what their parents continue to go through Great book on a sad topic This was an excellent listen on a topic that tears at your heart. The author does a good job of relaying the facts and gives even coverage from all sides.

True Crime Stories: True Crime Anthology Volume 8 Audiobook by Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Rosewood) — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 09:52:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime Stories: True Crime Anthology Volume 8 Subtitle: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases Author: Jack Rosewood Narrator: Kevin Kollins Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-15-17 Publisher: LAK Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In this gruesome true crime anthology, you will hear about twelve true crime stories that baffled investigators and continue to draw interest among the public due to their shocking details. From tragic cases of spousal murder to tragic cases of child murder, this true crime book will surely keep your attention. Three cases of spousal homicide are among the many murder stories in this volume that will keep you captivated. Hear about how two wives, Larissa Schuster and Susan Wright, decided to kill their husbands for greed and about how a husband and father, John Sharpe, decided he did not want to be married anymore, so he killed his wife and daughter. For different reasons, these killers thought that they would get away with their crimes, but the ensuing criminal investigations revealed their evil plans for the world to see. This volume also features a number of child abduction cases that unfortunately ended in tragedy. Follow the course of these true murder cases and learn how the investigators worked tirelessly to put these monsters behind bars. You will also be introduced to cases that can only be described as strange or weird, such as the case of Donald Webb, who was a master of multiple identities, and Vlado Taneski, a journalist who created his own scoops through murder. This may be a true crime audiobook, but you are guaranteed to be at the edge of your seat and will probably think at times that you are actually listening to a true crime novel. Members Reviews: Scary! I am hooked on these True Crime Stories by Jack Rosewood! 12 cases of gruesome murder with shocking details. Yikes! I had trouble sleeping after listening to this one! Great narration! I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. The fact that I was gifted this book had no influence over my opinion of it Tragic tales of murder!!! The stories included in this edition were all very tragic. The tales lend themselves to quick, easy narratives allowing the author to add as much detail and past history of the killers and the victims pasts to wrap them up in nice, small packaged stories. Stayed with the facts and did not ponder the reasons why. Very Nice. The Narrator was great as well. I requested a free review copy of this audiobook and i am leaving a voluntary and honest review. A wide range of different cases What did you like best about True Crime Stories: True Crime Anthology Volume 8? What did you like least? I really enjoyed the narration of this audiobook. My least favourite part was some of the gross generalisations written by the author. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The story of Vlado Teneski was fascinating, a journalist who would create his own stories by killing elderly women. The book would have appealed more to me with a deeper look at the psychology of the criminals. Which scene was your favorite? 'Favorite' is probably not the right word for a true crime book... Was True Crime Stories: True Crime Anthology Volume 8 worth the listening time? Yep, it's 3 hours long and easily listened to in short chapters while commuting showing true crimes This is a very well written true crime book. it does have lot of detail of cases, and events that really happened.

The Devil's Gentleman Audiobook by Harold Schechter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Harold Schechter) — Tue, 14 Feb 2017 14:20:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil's Gentleman Subtitle: Privilege, Poison, and the Trial That Ushered in the Twentieth Century Author: Harold Schechter Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 71 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The wayward son of a revered Civil War general, Roland Molineux enjoyed good looks, status, and fortune - hardly the qualities of a prime suspect in a series of shocking, merciless cyanide killings. Molineux's subsequent indictment for murder led to two explosive trials and a sex-infused scandal that shocked the nation. Bringing to life Manhattan's Gilded Age, Schechter captures all the colors of the tumultuous legal proceedings, gathering his own evidence and tackling subjects no one dared address at the time - all in hopes of answering a tantalizing question: what powerfully dark motives could drive the wealthy scion of an eminent New York family to murder? Members Reviews: A Book Without an Accompanying Wiki Page Is Always A Treat True Crime fever has swept the nation and between podcasts and websites it's hard to find an American crime story that hasn't been rehashed a thousand times in as many ways. The Devil's Gentleman is one exception. The information presented in this book can not be found as a whole elsewhere, only scraps of articles and legal documents. Schechter's research is extensive and presenting in an entertaining unbiased manner. I can't recommend it enough to anyone who loved Starvation Heights, the Mad Sculptor, and anything by Erik Larson. Narrative History Does Not Get Any Better. Would you listen to The Devil's Gentleman again? Why? Absolutely. Many subtle details I want to listen to again. What other book might you compare The Devil's Gentleman to and why? Devil in a White City. Not sure I have the title right. What about Sean Runnettes performance did you like? The unhurried, melodic, contemplative, lilting pattern and register. If you could give The Devil's Gentleman a new subtitle, what would it be? No alternative title necessary. Perhaps, The Devil and his Disingenuous Mistress. Any additional comments? Superb listen. If the reader knows of one nearly as good, please post title in response to this review. The first crime of the century [{ "answer" : "What made this audiobook so fascinating to me was the suspense as the story unfolded. Now that I know how it turned out, I might still listen to it again paying more attention to the many interesting details the author provided to enrich his narrative.", "type" : "Overall", "question" : "Would you listen to The Devil's Gentleman again? Why?", "id" : 52, "typeString" : "overall" }, { "answer" : "The author did not just tell a story. He placed it the context of history as a precursor to the sensationalism surrounding celebrity crime today. Before OJ, Phil Spector, Robert Blake, and Conrad Murray, there were the trials of a psychopathic poisoner son of a revered general. The 'yellow' newspapers reported on them fervently feeding America's new obsession.

The Silent Witness Audiobook by Casey Watson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Casey Watson) — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 09:52:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Silent Witness Author: Casey Watson Narrator: Kate Lock Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: 'I'm so sorry, Casey,' my link worker, John, said, sounding weary. 'I know this is probably the worst time I could ring you, but we desperately need someone to take a child tonight.' It's the night before Christmas when Casey and Mike get the call. A 12-year-old girl, stuck between a rock and a hard place. Her father is on a ventilator, fighting for his life, while her mother is currently on remand in prison. Despite claiming she attacked him in self-defence, she's been charged with his attempted murder. The girl is called Bella, and she's refusing to say anything. The trouble is that she is also the only witness.... Members Reviews: good book loved it and i loved the twist. The reader did very nicely with all the different caricters. must listen or read this book love love love love perfect narration love the way she read this book and the author is amazing also waste of time should of been in a 2 page of take a break. far too long winded

The Cyanide Canary Audiobook by Joseph Hilldorfer, Robert Dugoni

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joseph Hilldorfer) — Tue, 21 Mar 2017 01:31:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cyanide Canary Subtitle: A True Story of Injustice Author: Joseph Hilldorfer, Robert Dugoni Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Early in the morning on August 27, 1996, 20-year-old Scott Dominguez showed up for an ordinary day at the fertilizing plant where he worked. By 11:00 am, he was clinging to life, unconscious and suffocating from toxic exposure to cyanide in a tank that was supposed to contain only mud and water. EPA Special Agent Joseph Hilldorfer was tasked with finding out what really happened on that horrific day in Soda Springs, Idaho, but the answers would not be easily uncovered. For more than four years, Hilldorfer, his partner Bob Wojnicz, and a force of top-ranking US attorneys struggled to expose the disturbing truths behind the tragedy, but would their efforts be enough to put the man responsible, Allan Elias, behind bars? Critic Reviews: "[An] electrically charged narrative...Top-notch nonfiction legal thriller, reminding readers of the baseline: 'This all comes down to one thing. It's all about money.'" ( Kirkus) Members Reviews: True environmental crime case If you expect action and suspense, The Cyanide Canary will disappoint you. Also, audio is not the ideal format for this book; I borrowed the Kindle ebook when I purchased the audio book and was able to follow the audio version as the ebook was read. The crime which destroyed the life of a 20 year old man occurred while the owner of the company was operating what amounted to a hazardous waste disposal facility by burying waste on his work sites thus potentially polluting groundwater and local streams. I spent my career working in the manufacturing sector and am aware of the laws and regulations concerning hazardous waste and its transportation and disposal.. In my opinion the death penalty would not have been excessive punishment for this criminal. This is a case, one of few, where an environmental criminal paid for his crime with significant jail time. It is a very unusual case because the criminal was convicted and sent to prison. Few others have. The book does not deal with the pervasive issue of remediation of hazard waste sites through the superfund process. There are thousands of polluted sites in the US too few of which have been cleaned up due to the a combination of poorly written laws and the bureaucratic nature of EPA. Efforts on remediation of some of the sites has been ongoing with little progress for 35 years. The criminal owner in this book left the two sites he owned continuing to pollute groundwater and streams. EPA has become a severely bloated bureaucracy that prefers to deal with the relatively trivial issues while failing to deal effectively with the more serious real problems. It has become so politicized that it deals almost exclusively in political matters. The laws creating the EPA were passed during the Nixon administration. One of its first decisions under William Ruckleshaus was strictly political: outlawing the use of the insecticide DDT despite scientific evidence strongly to the contrary. Other nations followed the US eventually leading to millions of human deaths in third world countries.

Obsession Audiobook by John E. Douglas, Mark Olshaker

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John E. Douglas) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:49:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Obsession Author: John E. Douglas, Mark Olshaker Narrator: John E. Douglas Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 106 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The FBI's Legendary Profiler Probes the Psyches of Killers, Rapists, and Stalkers and Their Victims and Tells How to Fight Back In Obsession, John Douglas once again takes us fascinatingly behind the scenes, focusing his expertise on predatory crimes, primarily against women. With a deep sense of compassion for the victims and an uncanny understanding of the perpetrators, Douglas looks at the obsessions that lead to rape, stalking, and sexual murder through such cases as Ronnie Shelton, the serial rapist who terrorized Cleveland, and New York's notorious "Preppie Murder". Members Reviews: good but short if I had known it was only four chapters long I prob would've used my credit elsewhere Like reading casefiles An insightful look into the minds of men who stalk, rape and kill. Sometimes the justice system is maddening after hearing all the facts and seeing what happened in court. Makes a good case for increasing the severity of punishment for menacing behavior like stalking. Very Interesting book! Would you consider the audio edition of Obsession to be better than the print version? I prefer the audio editions with my busy schedule! I can listen while I exercise or when driving. This book is a great example of why, in some cases, audio can be better then print since the Author was also the reader! Any additional comments? I had the opportunity to hear John Douglass speak in person many years ago. His passion for the work he did was very evident in his presentation to the audience. That same passion is there in his book.

Secret Lessons Audiobook by Don W. Weber, Charles Bosworth Jr.

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Don W. Weber) — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 07:19:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Lessons Author: Don W. Weber, Charles Bosworth Jr. Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-16 Publisher: Charles Bosworth Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 214 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: This audiobook chronicles the shocking and appalling story of the handsome, popular, and energetic sixth-grade teacher in a Caseyville, Illinois, elementary school, who was accused of sexually abusing numerous young girls. Members Reviews: What could be worse than child abuse? This is an interesting story because the path for those seeking justice for the abused children was winding and not simple. The most incredible part is not that the man abused children, but that his community almost let him get away with it, deciding to find fault with the abused victims instead. This book is the perfect example of what a twisted world we live in. It shows how human nature can allow turning a blind eye to the ugliest things instead of choosing to bring them into the light for all to see. Was not expecting the end... I really like true crime books narrated by Kevin Pierce. This is one of many I've listened to. Lots of detail and so heartbreaking but a good story to listen to. Important Book for All Parents and Teachers. What made the experience of listening to Secret Lessons the most enjoyable? Enjoyable is the wrong word for this story considering the subject matter. Engrossing would be more accurate. It is important for people with children to read, because it does a very good job of explaining what the signs of sexual abuse are. For instance, it is normal for victims not to tell their parents. This is a shocking story with a satisfying ending. What was one of the most memorable moments of Secret Lessons? That is a toss up between the verdict from the first grand jury, the second trial, the verdict from the second trial and the final scenes in the park. This is a very well-written book. It details the case against a serial pedophile teacher and how he is finally brought to justice. Which character as performed by Kevin Pierce was your favorite? Kevin Pierce gave an excellent performance of all the characters. His best characters were Katharine Howse, prosecutor Weber, and the defense attorney. He did the little girl characters amazingly well. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? This book is heartbreaking. The courage that the girls showed in testifying in a hostile town is inspiring. In the end, justice is done (although at the hands of the teacher rather than the law). Any additional comments? This book contains graphic descriptions of real crimes. It is sexually explicit (not gratuitous, just explicit). It is a very well done book. I received this book free in exchange for an honest review. Dumbstruck and Shame This is an incredibly well written book. I am dumbstruck by the public's anger towards the young ladies and making the perpetrator a victim all the while trying to remind myself this occurred 30 years ago while in my heart knowing little has changed in Illinois/the Midwest (I am from IN and IL). In the end Van Hooks final demise only stands as further proof of his guilt. Read the description first What happened is extremely tragic. The way that the characters and events are sometimes referred to is very melodramatic. "If he had only realized what this call signified;" "If only they hadn't done _____ that day". To me, not being familiar with the events, had me anticipating some of these people to be killed, or the story to become suspenseful at some point.

Pretty Little Killers Audiobook by Geoffrey C. Fuller, Daleen Berry

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Geoffrey C. Fuller) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 01:14:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pretty Little Killers Subtitle: The Truth Behind the Savage Murder of Skylar Neese Author: Geoffrey C. Fuller, Daleen Berry Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 171 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: After killer Shelia Eddy pled guilty to first-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison and Rachel Shoaf was sentenced to thirty years for second-degree murder, family, friends, investigators, and other key sources reveal the facts you would have learned if the case had gone to trial. Including specific details drawn from Rachel's confession, Pretty Little Killers looks at the crime through the eyes of the victim and killers, providing intimate testimony from the pages of Rachel's personal journal, Skylar's diary and school papers, and court records. Daleen Berry and Geoffrey C. Fuller examine all this, including previously unreported details about Rachel and Shelia's rumored lesbian relationship, and explain why more than one investigator believes that Skylar's murder was a thrill kill. Most important, Pretty Little Killers provides a satisfying answer to Skylar's final question: "Why?" Members Reviews: "I finally decided to get this.... "Because I had read reviews that were not so great, but I caved because there is nothing else on this case . I agree that it is generic info that doesn't tell the listener any new details and you will only be ingesting the Twitter and Facebook posts Already released . This book felt so rushed and written so quickly after the tragedy that the book doesn't even include the pleas of the girls. I hope a more thorough book is published with the answer to the fundamental question that this book did not answer, which is WHY? Why did they do this and "because we didn't like her isn't cutting it." Someone needs to delve deeper into what was going on in the minds of the girls". Social Media and the Age of Entitlement What did you love best about Pretty Little Killers? This story is so completely incomprehensible that the best part about this book is that the authors attempt to make since of what so clearly makes no since. What was one of the most memorable moments of Pretty Little Killers? It id difficult to answer this question without offering a spoiler. I would say that the most memorable moment for me in this story is when one of the killers, Rachel, confesses. However, I cannot say I wasn't equally rattled when Rachel pleads guilty to the crime, and apologizes for her actions acknowledging that it simply isn't enough. The father's response is about what I suspect would be my response, only he was far nicer about it than I think I could have been. What does Pam Ward bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Sometimes when I read a book myself, especially one with this much information I forget to give a different voice to the individuals than the narration that fills in between the dialog. I think that's something Pam Ward does for this story. If you could give Pretty Little Killers a new subtitle, what would it be? I think I would give it the title of this review, "Social Media and the Age of Entitlement". In reality, those two things are the real motive for this crime. Any additional comments? The book concludes with recommendations for ways to try to protect your child from today's technology and how to stay engaged in your child's life. The sad truth is, there is no way to protect them from the friends that they have had all through growing up.

Ice and Bone Audiobook by Monte Francis

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Monte Francis) — Wed, 11 May 2016 02:52:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ice and Bone Subtitle: Tracking an Alaskan Serial Killer Author: Monte Francis Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-16 Publisher: WildBlue Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 224 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On a clear, brisk night in September 2000, 33-year-old Della Brown was found sexually assaulted and beaten to death inside a filthy, abandoned shed in a seedy part of Anchorage, Alaska. She was one of six women, mostly Native Alaskan, slain that year, stoking fears a serial killer was on the loose. A tanned and thuggish 20-year-old would eventually implicate himself in three of the women's deaths and confess in detail to Della's murder. Yet after a three-month trial, Joshua Wade would walk free. In 2007, when Wade kidnapped a well-loved nurse psychologist from her home and then executed her in the remote wilderness of Wasilla, two astute female detectives joined forces to finally bring him to justice. Ice and Bone is the chilling true account of how a demented murderer initially evaded police and avoided conviction only to slip back into the shadows and kill again. Journalist and writer Monte Francis tells the harrowing story of what eventually led to Wade's capture and reveals why the true scope of his murderous rampage is only now, more than a decade later, coming into view. Members Reviews: Can you get away with murder??? Ummm, yea Just as in some of the recent high profile crime cases, the culprit CAN literally get away with murder - depending on how good the lawyers and prosecutors are - despite the overwhelming circumstantial evidence and witnesses against the defendant. This is a prime example of "the best team wins"...not justice served. Unfortunately, in one of these cases, it was a two card whammy...lesser experienced prosecutors AND the lack of hard physical evidence. An all too familiar scenario these days. This is the story of what can happen (and sadly, often does) in the aftermath of such a situation. As usual, Kevin Pierce (narration) takes it right off the pages for me, making me FEEL that shock, anger, suspense and frustration....and has me behaving as if my ranting and raving is going to actually affect the outcome. Hahaaa. This was a VERY interesting story, and I enjoyed listening to every minute of it. A good true crime listen This was a great true crime listen. The details were all there to bring the tale to life for the listener. As an avid true crime fan it was missing a certain something that would cause me to give 5 stars instead of 4, a little dramatic flair to the writing that makes it a "can't put down" kind of listen. But it was very well done, well researched, and definitely not boring. I would recommend for any true crime fan, or someone just starting to listen to the genre. Kevin Pierce is a master narrator, he never gets less than 5 stars from me. He always has the perfect tone for the storyline and characters. *This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBoom.com. Ice and Bone This audiobook was given by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom. True crimes revisited. Sad tales of serial killer in Alaska. A good listen for true crime buffs, even though some vulgar language. The narration was well done. Excellent writing/Excellent narration If you are a reader of true crime, you will appreciate this book. Well-paced, never boring, great character development. The narrator is excellent, especially when portraying the various seedy characters! Riveting ...

The Pierre Hotel Affair Audiobook by Daniel Simone, Nick Sacco

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Daniel Simone) — Tue, 09 May 2017 18:31:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pierre Hotel Affair Subtitle: How Eight Gentleman Thieves Orchestrated the Largest Jewel Heist in History Author: Daniel Simone, Nick Sacco Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: New York City, 1972: Bobby Comfort and Sammy "the Arab" Nalo were highly skilled jewel thieves who specialized in robbing luxury Manhattan hotels. (They once robbed Sophia Loren's suite, relieving the Italian actress of over $1 million in gems.) With the blessing of the Lucchese crime family, their next plot targeted the posh Pierre Hotel - host to kings and queens, presidents and aldermen, and the wealthiest of the wealthy. Attired in tuxedos and driven in a limousine, this band of thieves arrived at the Pierre and with perfect timing, they seized the security guards and, in systematically choreographed moves, they swiftly took the night staff - and several unfortunate guests who happened to be roaming around the lobby - as hostages. The deposit boxes inside the vault chamber were plundered and, after the intruders held the Pierre under siege for almost two hours, the gentlemanly thieves departed in their limousine with a haul of $28 million. But then matters began to deteriorate. Comfort, Nalo, and their partners began to double and triple cross one another - two absconding to Europe with the bulk of the booty while three were murdered by their former associates. Members Reviews: Uneccesay New York accent Narrator had an unnecessary New York accent which made it painful to listen to but the story was very interesting It Has Its Moments The book dives right into the heist. And what went down that day in New York City is pretty interesting. Even humorous. The aftermath of the heist gets a little dry.

The Grim Sleeper Audiobook by Christine Pelisek

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Christine Pelisek) — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 01:43:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Grim Sleeper Subtitle: The Lost Women of South Central Author: Christine Pelisek Narrator: Inger Tudor Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-17 Publisher: Novel Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The definitive book on the hunt to find the most ruthless serial killer in Los Angeles' history, told by the fearless reporter who broke the story. In 2008, Christine Pelisek broke the story of a terrifying serial killer who went unchecked in Los Angeles for decades, killing the most vulnerable women in one South Central neighborhood. In her cover article for LA Weekly, Christine dubbed him "The Grim Sleeper" for his long break between murders. The killer preyed on a community devastated by crime and drugs and left behind a trail of bodies - all women of color, all murdered in a similar fashion, and all discarded in the alleys of Los Angeles. The case of the Grim Sleeper is unforgettably singular. But it also tells a wider story about homicide investigations in areas beset by poverty, gang violence, and despair; about how a serial killer could continue his grisly work for two decades in part due to society's lack of concern for his chosen victims; and about the power and tenacity of those women's families and the detectives who refused to let the case go cold. No one knows this story better than Christine Pelisek, the reporter who followed it for over 10 years, and has written the definitive book on the capture of one of America's most ruthless serial killers. Based on extensive interviews, reportage, and information never released to the public, The Grim Sleeper captures the long, bumpy road to justice in one of the most startling true crime stories of our generation. Members Reviews: Chilling but important story If you love true crime, you will love this. The pacing and narrator were both good. Definitely worth a credit. Unbelievable
Loved it! It's hard to believe someone could do all these crimes and get away with it for so long. I do believe if the victims were white we would have heard much more. Riveting Story, brilliant narration! It was a tough read because of the heart rending subject matter. Inger Tudor did a fantastic job of bringing all of the people involved to life! Grim, indeed. (In a good way) If you could sum up The Grim Sleeper in three words, what would they be? That. Dude. Sucks. Who was your favorite character and why? This true crime story is quite different from others I've read. I'd say the main character is almost the South Central community as a whole and that was very fascinating. I also liked that the author focused so much on the victims, rather than just the killer. What about Inger Tudors performance did you like? She didn't over-act with different characters' voices, which is something that can bother me while listening to some audiobooks. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I think this would be a bit too intense for one sitting. Any additional comments? If you're on the fence, I say give it a listen. It took them forever to catch this guy and although there are still a lot of unanswered questions (like WHY), it's good to hear about these families finally getting justice. Well worth the listen. I enjoyed the book. Listening made exercise go quickly. Sometimes we do not know where little things come from that affect either history or our understanding of it, nor do we know all the people involved. Usually I shy away from female readers, a matter of voice for me. But I am not sorry I bought this one.

Starvation Heights Audiobook by Gregg Olsen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gregg Olsen) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 19:40:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Starvation Heights Subtitle: A True Story of Murder and Malice in the Woods of the Pacific Northwest Author: Gregg Olsen Narrator: Jennifer Van Dyck Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 295 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 1911 two wealthy British heiresses, Claire and Dora Williamson, came to a sanitorium in the forests of the Pacific Northwest to undergo the revolutionary fasting treatment of Dr. Linda Burfield Hazzard. It was supposed to be a holiday for the two sisters. But within a month of arriving at what the locals called Starvation Heights, the women were emaciated shadows of their former selves, waiting for death. They were not the first victims of Linda Hazzard, a quack doctor of extraordinary evil and greed who would stop at nothing short of murder to achieve her ambitions. As their jewelry disappeared and forged bank drafts began transferring their wealth to Hazzards accounts, Dora Williamson sent a last desperate plea to a friend in Australia, begging her to save them from the brutal treatments and lonely isolation of Starvation Heights. In this true story, a haunting saga of medical murder set in an era of steamships and gaslights, Gregg Olsen reveals one of the most unusual and disturbing criminal cases in American history. Editorial Reviews: Jennifer Van Dycks enthusiastic reading of Starvation Heights by Gregg Olsen will cause listeners to turn on all the lights in whatever room they are enjoying the audiobook or seek out a public place with lots of other people around. So realistic is Van Dycks characterization of the malicious Dr. Linda Burfield Hazzard that anyone listening will be able to imagine vividly the murderous fasting doctor directing her horrific tirades at them. Starvation Heights is the story of Dr. Hazzard, who was convicted in 1912 of the murder of a young English heiress under her care. Hazzard ran The Wilderness Heights Institute of Natural Therapeutics in Olalla, WA, a secluded mountain area near Tacoma. A self-proclaimed expert in fasting, Dr. Hazzards patients existed on two cups of watery broth per day, daily enemas, and osteopathic massage, vigorous physical pummeling by the doctor to beat toxins literally out of weakened patients bodies. It was not until the death of 33-year-old Claire Williamson in 1911 and the near death of her older sister, Dorothea, that Dr. Hazzards treatments gained international attention. It seems that while the starving women were incapable of making rational decisions, the good doctor took legal control of the Williamson sisters generous funds and helped herself to their jewelry, clothing, and anything else of value they had brought with them to the Pacific Northwest. Soon it became clear that Claire Williamson was not the first wealthy patient to expire under Dr. Hazzards care. Van Dyck captures convincingly the capricious Williamson sisters gullibility as they focus on Hazzards radical fasting treatments for the alleviation of their most likely non-existent afflictions. The upper-crust English accents of Claire and Dorothea convey not only their excitement to begin this latest cure, but also their total trust as they put their lives into Hazzards conniving hands. Through Van Dyck, Hazzard is presented first as a terse, no-nonsense doctor outlining her radical treatments to new patients. Once fully into the fasting treatment and with her ulterior motives proceeding, Dr. Hazzard becomes a maniacal harpy using psychological terror to bilk weak, wealthy patients out of their fortunes.

The Cornbread Mafia Audiobook by James Higdon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James Higdon) — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 23:05:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cornbread Mafia Subtitle: A Homegrown Syndicate's Code of Silence and the Biggest Marijuana Bust in American History Author: James Higdon Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 109 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In the summer of 1987, Johnny Boone set out to grow and harvest one of the greatest outdoor marijuana crops in modern times. In doing so, he set into motion a series of events that defined him and his associatesas the largest homegrown marijuana syndicate in American history, also known as the Cornbread Mafia. Author James Higdon - whose relationship with Johnny Boone, currently a federal fugitive, made him the first journalist subpoenaed underthe Obama administration - takes listeners back to the 1970s and 80s and the clash between federal and local law enforcement and a band of Kentucky farmers with moonshine and pride in their bloodlines. By 1989 the task force assigned to take down men like Johnny Boone had arrested 69 men and 1 woman from busts on 29 farms in 10 states, and seized 200 tons of pot. Of the 70 individuals arrested, none talked. How it all went down is a tale of Mafia-style storylines emanating from the Bluegrass State, and populated by Vietnam veterans and weed-loving characters caught up in Tarantino-level violence and heart-breaking altruism. Accompanied by a backdrop of rock-and-roll and rhythm-and-blues, this work of dogged investigative journalism and history is told by Higdon in action-packed, colorful, and riveting detail. Members Reviews: Mixed bag, but ultimately worth a credit First, this is an interesting book and I liked it. Second, I could never produce something on a par with it and I respect the effort and diligence that went into its creation. However, I do have a few criticisms. I found that I enjoyed the portions that were based on actual records better than the stuff that's reported from one-on-one interviews with the "hillbillies" who produced all that Kentucky grass. The author is perhaps a bit too credulous when relating some of the stories he was told by these folks. OTOH, the solid straight reporting in much of the book balances those stories with enough facts that the stories are still fun to read, if not exactly "according to Hoyle" journalism. My larger gripe is the author's insertion of his own book creation/subpeona to testify story near the end of the book. I found this part unnecessary and a little too self-satisfied for my taste (the Obama '08 stuff looks particularly naive in light of the way his presidency has, IMO predictably, played out). But again there is a shorter sort of coda that takes well-earned shots at a trigger happy US Marshall with some solid reporting to balance that excess. This shorter end portion, although also self-referential, works much better. It even includes a final sentence that provides a more level-headed assessment of the possibility that Obama's 2008 election would result in any positive developments in our absolutely insane war on drugs. Finally, I listened to the audiobook version and the narration was clear and easy to follow. Unfortunately, the narrator was clearly unfamiliar with the regional pronunciations of central Kentucky while I am not.

Un-Making a Murderer Audiobook by Shaun Attwood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Shaun Attwood) — Fri, 05 May 2017 15:11:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Un-Making a Murderer Subtitle: The Framing of Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey Author: Shaun Attwood Narrator: AmadeuS Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-17 Publisher: Shaun Attwood Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Innocent people do go to jail. Sometimes mistakes are made. But even more terrifying is when the authorities conspire to frame them. That's what happened to Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey, who were convicted of murder and are serving life sentences. Un-Making a Murderer is an explosive book which uncovers the illegal, devious, and covert tactics used by Wisconsin officials, including: The profits from this book are going to Steven and Brendan and to donate free books to schools and prisons. In the last two years, Shaun Attwood has donated 15,000 books. Members Reviews: The pivotal story in American justice Manitowoc County Sheriffs Department coerce a confession from a 16 year old mentally slow teenager at his school, without the presence of a lawyer. in order to convict his Uncle in a crime that will save the county from the 36 million dollar lawsuit they owe him. Shaun exposes the motive and tactics of the county from the lowest deputy to the DOJ Attorney General who's lack of ethics in the justice department destroy the lives of two men, while the killer goes free. Steven Avery was framed for rape in a case that was later dismissed when the real killer was found and charged, because of a previous case of self interest involving the Manitowoc County Sheriffs Dept. This was the perfect opportunity for them to escape accountability, and to frame him a second time. TRUTH Would you listen to Un-Making a Murderer again? Why? If you believe Steven Averys guilty after reading this book, then you truly are a diehard believer in a justice system that produced the likes of Ken Kratz. If you read Griesbachs MAM books or Kratz they present the information in such a distorted way that you may have doubted Averys innocence. Attwoods book puts to rest the myths perpetrated by these misleading authors and reveals the exact ten strategies the state of Wisconsin used to framed two innocent man. Averys set up, for sure! Extremely informative. Loved it Brandon should be set free and Steven should get a new FAIR trial. fantastic book such an injustice to these 2 men please read this book if you haven't heard about the case it's a must read The Injustice is heartbreaking Thought provoking, worrying and a shocking listen. Laid out perfectly, taking you through what needs to be said and the truth behind it. Highly recommend other books by Shaun as well, doesn't just tell you the facts but puts his own thoughts on the matter as well.

But I Trusted You and Other True Cases Audiobook by Ann Rule

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ann Rule) — Thu, 17 Oct 2013 17:08:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: But I Trusted You and Other True Cases Subtitle: Ann Rule's Crime Files, Book 14 Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The most fatal mistake? Trust. It's the foundation of any enduring relationship between friends, lovers, spouses, and families. But when trust is placed in those who are not what they seem, the results can be deadly. Ann Rule, who famously chronicled her own shocking experience of unknowingly befriending a sociopath in The Stranger Beside Me, offers a riveting, all-new collection from her true-crime files, with the lethally shattered bonds of trust at the core of each blood-soaked account. Whether driven to extreme violence by greed or jealousy, passion or rage, these calculating sociopaths targeted those closest to them - unwitting victims whose last disbelieving words could well have been "but I trusted you...." Headlining this anthology is the case of middle-school counselor Chuck Leonard, found shot to death outside his Washington State home on an icy February morning. A complicated mix of family man and wild man, Chuck played hard and loved many...but who crossed the line by murdering him in cold blood? And why? The revelation is as stunning as the shattering crime itself, powerfully illuminating how those we think we know can ingeniously hide their destructive and homicidal designs. Along with other shattering cases, immaculately detailed and sharply analyzed by America's number-one true-crime writer, this 14th Crime Files volume is essential listening for getting inside the mind of the hidden killers among us. Members Reviews: more than just a little creepy. the most memorable story in the book described the terrifying disappearance of an entire family while they were camping deep in the woods of Oregon and the horror that surely followed in the hands of their stalker. I listen to a lot of Ann Rule and true crime, yet somehow the description of this disturbing crime chilled me deeply and kept me up all night. Feels like it was written in the 70s Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? No. Ms. Rule's descriptions feel like they never escaped the 70s. All of her cases seem to hinge on the 'inexpressible barbarity' of the crimes with a complete lack of self-awareness of the fact that none of was shocking in 2014 when this was released. (Terrible crimes, yes, absolutely, but they act as if the audience had never heard of a brutal crime before.) Her character portraits are all filled with discredited psychological terms that also makes this feel very dated. Anybody looking for a psychological insight that are remotely interesting in 2016 should skip this.Many of the tales are pretty boring. There are some very interesting descriptions of investigations, but only in a few cases. Most of them seem to be of the "how could this person be such a heartless killer ???" variety, which strains credulity. Perhaps people really were that sheltered in the 70s when most of these crimes were committed, and the transcripts of what the victims and investigators said at the time make sense, but the matching narratorial tone does not. Did the narration match the pace of the story? Yes, which is part of the problem.

2017 Serial Killers True Crime Anthology Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (JJ Slate) — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 00:12:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 2017 Serial Killers True Crime Anthology Subtitle: Annual Serial Killers Anthology, Book 4 Author: JJ Slate, Michael Newton, RJ Parker PhD, Peter Vronsky PhD, Sylvia Perinni Narrator: Don Kline Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 01-24-17 Publisher: RJ Parker Publishing Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Five true crime authors come together to present the fourth annual Serial Killers True Crime Anthology which depicts several horrific cases of serial homicide told in detail. Each case will take the listener from the background of the serial killer, to the crime scene, investigation, trial, and sentencing. Warning: This book contains graphic forensic statements that some may find very disturbing. Inside the book: Introduction "Keith Jespersen (The Happy Face Killer)" by JJ Slate "Joshua Wade (The Alaskan Killer)" by RJ Parker "Orville Majors (Death Angel)" by Michael Newton "Sara Aldrete (La Madrina Killer)" by Sylvia Perrini "Christopher Wilder (The Beauty Queen Killer)" by JJ Slate "Henry Lucas & Ottis Toole (Tag Team Killers)" by Michael Newton "David Alan Gore and Fred Waterfield (The Killing Cousins)" by RJ Parker "Erin Caffey" by Sylvia Perrini "Kenneth McDuff (The Broomstick Killer)" by JJ Slate "Rodney Alcala (The Dating Game Killer)" by Peter Vronsky Critic Reviews: "As with Volumes 1-3, Serial Killers True Crime Anthology is a welcome addition to the literature of true crime. Readers will be intrigued by old and new cases, elucidated by some of the most interesting writers in the business." (John Douglas and Mark Olshaker, Mindhunters) Members Reviews: Horrible Narrator What did you like best about 2017 Serial Killers True Crime Anthology? What did you like least? I liked the stories... they were informative...but it was hard to get around the person narrating the book. What didnt you like about Don Klines performance? IT WAS HORRIBLE. It was choppy and staggered... It was hard for me to get through it. Was 2017 Serial Killers True Crime Anthology worth the listening time? I'm not sure. Great content, Poor Narration Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Don Kline? Stephen Fry, Simon Callow You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? The content is great Any additional comments? Don Kline's narration is disjointed and really mundane. Reading a book properly really can't be that hard. It was painful to listen to, the content is what I expected but I just can't listen to a narrator that can't narrate. bookgirl I should have believed other listeners concerning the terrible narration. Truly awful! The writing was much like a junior high school student would write. surprising as I have read or listened to other books by several of the authors and enjoyed them. Don't waste your time or money on this one. Awful narration Weird pauses for no reason and mispronounced words galore spoil a good book. Very disappointed.

The Killing Kind Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 01:55:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Killing Kind Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: J. Charles Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: She was seventeen years old, a beautiful girl with a Hollywood smile and luminous brown eyes. Sprawled in a culvert just off the gravel road like an abandoned doll, she wore only toe socks, a sweatshirt, and a necklace. She was not the killer's first victim. Nor would she be the last. The lush, green hills that mark the border of North and South Carolina are home to a close-knit community. When the savaged remains of high-spirited Heather Catterton and sweet-natured Randi Saldana were found and a local man was linked to their murders, residents were forced to face an evil in their midst. The killer was one of their own. Danny Hembree was far from being an upright, law-abiding citizen. But he was part of the fabric of the local scene, devoted to his mother and sister. No one saw him as a remorseless killer who preyed on those who trusted him. When questioned by police, Hembree didnt just play cat-and-mouse and then confess. He bragged. Taunted. Laughed about his merciless deeds. In The Killing Kind acclaimed, award-winning investigative crime journalist M. William Phelps delves into the background of Hembree's victims, bringing listeners into their lives in intimate detail. With exclusive information from detectives and prosecutors, Phelps reconstructs the chilling clues that led to Hembree's arrest, and the media sensation surrounding his trial, mistrial, and ultimate conviction. As the victims' loved ones attempt to heal, Hembree continues to widen the scope of his crimes from behind bars. M. William Phelps draws on interviews and correspondence with the serial killer himself, bringing listeners into the minds of murderer - and into the heart of a real-life story of bloodshed, tears, and the long road to justice. Members Reviews: Manipulated to Death If you could sum up The Killing Kind in three words, what would they be? sick perverted human What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? Spot on for True Crime What does J. Charles bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? A very authoritative voice brings the crimes and sick notions to life Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? It would of been nice to but at times you have to reflect on the monstrosities this person committed. Any additional comments? M. Williams Phelps does it again, a terrifying look into the deaths of some friends all within a little group of drugs, sex, and violence. He peels back the layers of this dark and violent crime exposing a dangerous manipulator pushing people and then just snuffing out their lives. I also enjoyed the insight from John Kelly and the background M. Williams Phelps includes of what he went through trying to bring this story a story you will never forget. Great Book. Very well written I have spent nearly 30 years as a Police Investigator and recently retired as Chief of Police from a Southern state. I cant say enough that this Author really did his homework on entire case. He has really captured this story. interesting...but... i found the story interesting especially after doing my own internet research...my fundamental problem was the narration...the author indicates he specifically chose the type of narration to reflect local dialect but it was too tough to listen to and really threw me off...would have enjoyed it better without attempting too hard to sound like the locals... Not much to like here Huge disappointment.

Darker Than Night Audiobook by Tom Henderson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tom Henderson) — Tue, 11 Apr 2017 18:58:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Darker Than Night Subtitle: The True Story of a Brutal Double Homicide and an 18-Year Long Quest for Justice Author: Tom Henderson Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 58 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 1985, two 27-year-old friends left their suburban Detroit homes for a hunting trip in rural Michigan. When they did not return, their families and police suspected foul play. For 18 years, no one could prove a thing. Then, a relentless investigator got a witness to talk, and a horrifying story emerged. In 2003, this bizarre case hit the glare of the criminal justice system, as prosecutors charged two brothers, Raymond and Donald Duvall, with murder. With no bodies ever found, the case hinged on the testimony of one terrified witness who saw a bloody scene unfold - and who was still nearly too frightened to talk. Now, the truth behind an 18-year-old mystery is revealed against the backdrop of an unusual, electrifyingly dramatic trial. Raymond and Donald Duvall bragged to friends that they killed their victims, chopped up their bodies, and fed them to pigs. A Michigan jury soon had evidence of this brutally methodical execution - evidence that would lead a shocked courtroom through the heart of evil and beyond a shadow of a doubt. Members Reviews: Good true crime book Some redundancy but entertaining. Good details, paints the picture as any good book does Like listening to grass grow! I found this book soooo slow moving. Could not concentrate on it as it moved inch by inch. It got very convoluted and every conceivable detail was regurgitated. Could not continue especially when there was no surprise as the write-up told you who was going to be arrested for the crime anyway!! Tedious Minutia Would you try another book from Tom Henderson and/or Jonathan Davis? No Has Darker Than Night turned you off from other books in this genre? No - just this author Would you listen to another book narrated by Jonathan Davis? sure Any additional comments? If you enjoy tedious minutia about every single day, every occurrance, lead, etc regarding a cold case, then this is the book for you. A story of perseverance The relentless quest for justice against ignorant killers. A good parable for our time . Trump will be held accountable and the GOP. History will tell the tale We just need a Bronco.

The Want Ad Killer Audiobook by Ann Rule

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ann Rule) — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 00:49:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Want Ad Killer Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 112 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: After his first grisly crime, Harvey Louis Carignan beat a death sentence and continued to manipulate, rape, and bludgeon women to death - using want ads to lure his young female victims. And time after time, justice was thwarted by a killer whose twisted legal genius was matched only by his sick savagery. Here, complete with the testimony of women who suffered his unspeakable sexual abuses and barely escaped with their lives and of the police who at last put him behind bars, is one of the most shattering and thought-provoking true-crime stories of our time. Members Reviews: Paul Booooomer Awful! Terrible! Keep shopping. The narrator is so bad. My navigation device has a better reading voice. What happen to Ann Rule's regular narrator, Laurel Merlington!? not bad the story was not bad but definitely go with a different narrator it was hard to get into the story when the guys talking like a computer writing great Excellent writing and detailed account, narrator rather annoying. ..exaggerated speech...as though he thought he were on stage auditioning. I really enjoy Ann Rule's work. Narrator is bad The narrator makes this story very difficult to listen to. I love Ann Rule's stories though. Atrocious Narration True crime, at least for me, is never a work of art, to say the least. To make this one worse, the narration is absolutely the WORST I have ever encountered. This guy does not perform a book. He reads it like a dramatic actor of two centuries ago. I would suggest that you not bother. I am returning it to Audible and do appreciate their policy on returns.

Getting Life Audiobook by Michael Morton

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Morton) — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 14:06:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Getting Life Subtitle: An Innocent Mans 25-Year Journey from Prison to Peace Author: Michael Morton Narrator: Roger Wayne Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On August 13, 1986, just one day after his 32nd birthday, Michael Morton went to work at his usual time. By the end of the day, his wife Christine had been savagely bludgeoned to death in the couple's bed - and the Williamson County Sherriff's office in Texas wasted no time in pinning her murder on Michael, despite an absolute lack of physical evidence. Michael was swiftly sentenced to life in prison for a crime he had not committed. Drawing on 25 years of recollections, court transcripts, and more than 1000 pages of personal journals he wrote in prison, Michael recounts the hidden police reports about an unidentified van parked near his house that were never pursued; the treasure trove of evidence, including a bandana with the killer's DNA on it, that was never introduced in court; the call from a neighboring county reporting the attempted use of his wife's credit card that was given to local police; and, ultimately, how Michael battled his way through the darkness to become a free man once again. Critic Reviews: "In this absorbing first-person narrative, first-time author Morton shows readers how it is possible in our justice system to be convicted of a crime without substantial evidence." ( Library Journal) Members Reviews: really good....brought us through each step. excellent creative non fiction...biography. easy to understand and well written. thanks for sharing your life Powerful I loved this book. A true story that needed to be told. Thank you Michael for telling us your story. Everyone should read this book. His vivid descriptions help you feel as though you are right there!! Awesome and heartbreaking story This mans' story was well written and riveting. So much pain for so many innocent people. So glad he finally was cleared and able to have the remainder of his days in freedom! Couldn't stop listening This was a very good book that definitely shows the dark side of our justice and penal systems. It is a book about a very brave and courageous man and his fight for freedom. An amazing story! Great read, shocking What did you love best about Getting Life? Gripping story What was one of the most memorable moments of Getting Life? The idea that this can happen to anyone. Really scary! Our criminal justice system is seriously flawed!

Dark Heart Audiobook by Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Lavoie) — Tue, 24 Oct 2017 08:11:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Heart Subtitle: A True Story of Sex, Manipulation, and Murder Author: Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn Narrator: Paul Costanzo Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Was murder part of the game? Seventeen-year-old Kat McDonough grew up with theater in her blood - and a penchant for make-believe. More than a decade older, Seth Mazzaglia was well-known in the community theater circle of Portsmouth, New Hampshire. He, too, had a rich inner life - and he soon had Kat convinced that they were soul mates. To intensify their bond, Seth lured Kat into a world of violent sex and role-playing, where she was his slave. But even that wasn't enough to satisfy his ravenous appetites. Enter Lizzi Marriott, the new girl in town. And when she accepts an invitation to Kat and Seth's apartment, she will never be seen again.... Critic Reviews: "This book does much more than tell a crime story; Flynn and Lavoie gift the reader with an inside look at human frailty and the ways that a skilled sociopath can manipulate others toward the desires of their dark hearts." (Anthony Flacco, New York Times best-selling author of Impossible Odds) Members Reviews: Great New True Crime... Finally! This was my first time reading these authors, and I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised by Dark Heart. Like many others, I was already somewhat familiar with the case. I'm a huge 'audi-holic' and an even bigger true crime fan, so I really enjoyed the way the narrative was presented in a thorough, but concise manner. The authors did an excellent job balancing the razor-sharp line between focusing on the defendants, while not losing sight of the victim's story. The narration was very smooth and comfortable to listen to. I only gave 4 stars here because there are some narrators out there that earn the 5th star imo. Nevertheless I like Paul Costanzo, and hope to hear more from him. Overall I give Dark Heart 5 stars because there are a shortage of great new true crime books in print and audio formats such as this, and this story was well told and it's clear that the authors did their research. Despite the fact that they were not able to obtain more participation from Lizzy's family, they made an effort to give them a voice. It give us a glimpse into her horrific final moments as well as the dark and twisted world of Cat and Seth. If you enjoy a solid true crime story with suspense, real emotion, and a bit of the bizarre then you will enjoy Dark Heart. I look forward to more titles from these two! I WISH this audio book was given to me for free in return for am honest review! Where do I sign up :p This was decent I prefer my true crime to be verbatim quotes that are told from interrogation rooms and court transcripts rather then summary after summary of the events which can leave room for Misinterpretation. But in whole, it was not terrible. Great, but not safe for work! I really enjoyed this book. The character development was excellent and I actually wish the book had been longer. I felt like I knew the characters and I wanted to know more. The authors were very respectful to the victim's family and I appreciated how the difficult subject was handled. I do however feel like there is a lot more to this story and I will be mining the internet for more information. Don't listen to this one around children; the details are lurid and not suitable for all ages. Excellent mystery with lots of twists and turns Enthusiastic thumbs up!! Such a tragic murder, so sorry to Lizzi's family.

American Kingpin Audiobook by Nick Bilton

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nick Bilton) — Thu, 22 Jun 2017 11:44:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Kingpin Subtitle: The Epic Hunt for the Criminal Mastermind Behind the Silk Road Drugs Empire Author: Nick Bilton Narrator: Will Damron Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-17 Publisher: Penguin Random House UK Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Random House presents the unabridged downloadable audiobook edition of American Kingpin by Nick Bilton, read by Will Damron. From New York Times best-selling author Nick Bilton comes a true-life thriller about the rise and fall of Ross Ulbricht, aka the Dread Pirate Roberts, the founder of the online black market Silk Road. In 2011, Ulbricht, a 26-year-old libertarian idealist and former Boy Scout, launched 'a website where people could buy anything anonymously, with no trail whatsoever that could lead back to them'. He called it Silk Road, opened for business on the Dark Web, and christened himself the Dread Pirate Roberts (after the Princess Bride character). The site grew at a tremendous pace, quickly becoming a $1.2 billion enterprise where you could buy or sell drugs, hacking software, forged passports, counterfeit cash, guns, grenades, and poisons. The Silk Road soon caught the attention of the feds, who embarked on an epic two-year manhunt for the site's proprietor. Ulbricht, in the meantime, struggled to maintain control of his double life and his marketplace, which he originally started to prove that legalising drugs could make society safer. He gradually abandoned his libertarian ideals to rule Silk Road with increasingly authoritarian force. At one point he engaged the services of hired hitmen to take out employees he felt had wronged him. Soon some of the federal agents who were supposed to be hunting for Ulbricht were lured into the dark world and switched sides to join him. This is a true-life thriller about ambition gone awry, spurred on by the defining clash of our time: the new world of libertarian-leaning, anonymous, decentralised web advocates and the old world of government control, order and the rule of law. Bilton's dazzling rendering and gift for narrative make for an endlessly fascinating drama. Members Reviews: Really good No matter how good you are if you gamble too many times you will get caught. Great book. It just interesting that there is so much going on out there. You dont know what you dont know. Its a must read. I finished it in 3 days A real insight in to a criminal mastermind It's extremely well written and level detail is amazing. I want to listen again. :-) Thought provoking and addictive listen! I wasn't enamoured with the writing or narration for this book. It doesn't flow well in places and so many phrases and sentences are repeated, I found myself rolling my eyes and tutting in the same way I do when watching a poorly presented documentary on TV. The narration sounds a little robotic to begin with, but you do get used to it as the story unfolds. With my criticisms out the way, it's important to note that I was fascinated from beginning to end.

I'll Be Watching You Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:07:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'll Be Watching You Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: J. Charles Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 1987 single mother Mary Ellen Renard was strangled, repeatedly stabbed, and left for dead in her New Jersey apartment. Her vicious assailant had already killed once - and would kill again. But unlike the fiend's other victims, Mary Ellen lived to tell the tale. Clean-cut, popular, and on the fast track at a multinational computer firm, Rutgers grad Edwin "Ned" Snelgrove shocked friends and colleagues with a plea bargain for Renard's brutal attack - and the heinous 1983 murder of college girlfriend Karen Osmun. Vowing never to be caught again, Ned spent his time in prison obsessively studying the violent career of his idol Ted Bundy...then was released 10 years early for good behavior Unflinching and brilliantly researched, this is an exclusive tour into the twisted mind of an all-American killer and a state attorney's tireless efforts to lock him away forever. Members Reviews: TRUE CRIME AT ITS BEST My only fear about the book "I'll Be Watching You", by William Phelps was I might have been fired from my job if any person saw me listening to it while working. Between Phelps and his reader J. Charles, it was impossible for me to be disappointed. The characters are real. There will be times while listening, you will also have problems taking off your headset. Ned is a SERIAL KILLER. As I listened to this fantastic Audio Book, my imagination went wild. I actually felt as if I was looking through a window experiencing the entire story. For me, regardless of any negative reviews from others, "I'll Be Watching You" ranks in my top five True Crime Books I have ever read. FANTASTIC!!! A good listen! I thought this was a very interesting story! True crime at its best! I really like this author, he is in my opinion, one of the best true crime writers and I've listened to several. This book made me sad for the victims of this psychopath and mad that our justice system is so messed up! In the end justice finally prevailed but too bad another life had to be taken first! The narrater was awesome! Best narrater I have ever heard! Can't wait to listen to him again! Thanks J. Charles!! Hard to listen to What would have made I'll Be Watching You better? I think that the story is good and I personally enjoy true crime stories, however the narration is dull. And kind of monotone. I actually fell asleep listening to this. I had to restart several times. Finally just gave up. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of J. Charles? I really don't know Not a good listen Probably better off reading the book than listening to it. The narrator can't seem to convey the author's words with the correct inflection or establish a mood for the book. DISAPPOINTING AFTER LISTENING TO "OBSESSED" I didn't like this book nearly as much as "Obsessed". Again, I had issues with the flippant cavaier tone of the narrator. Murder is serious business, yet J. Charles reads like this is a Dr. Suess book! The story is about a serial sexual killer more diabolical and frightening than his "mentor" Ted Bundy, but the narrator never gives the listener any sense of dread or fear. I got the impression that this was some kind of humorous fiction account, not an actual true crime. As a family member of a victim of a senseless and still unsolved murder, I can tell you first hand that the loss of a loved one is no laughing matter.

True Crime Stories, Volume 2 Audiobook by Rebecca Lo, Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Lo) — Fri, 09 Sep 2016 14:31:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime Stories, Volume 2 Subtitle: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases Author: Rebecca Lo, Jack Rosewood Narrator: Herschel J. Grangent Jr. Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-16 Publisher: Wiq Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A little girl gets snatched while playing in the snow, and her tiny body is found days later. This is a 43-year-old murder mystery that was finally solved, but was it really? There are many people who don't think so. There's also the story of a transgender woman who died in terribly suspicious circumstances, a case that would come to be the focus of change among the local police force due to the interactions she had with officers on the night of her death as well as the cause of an outcry among the community. And who really killed the Al-Hilli family in the French Alps, leaving two little girls without parents, and why? Was there a link to a Middle Eastern dictator? What secrets did Mrs. Al-Hilli keep from her family? These are just a few of the cases discussed in this true crime anthology. From the victim or victims, the crime scenes, and the criminal investigations that ensued, we follow 12 true crime stories, some of which are solved and some that are still mysteries. We also take a look at cases where wrongful convictions have occurred and why. These true murder stories will take you on a journey across the globe and even back in time in some cases. Family massacres, individual true crime murder cases, and situations where murder goes unseen in suicide cases, plus many more, will all keep you enthralled from chapter to chapter. Members Reviews: True Crime on a Dime! If you could sum up True Crime Stories, Volume 2 in three words, what would they be? True Crime Genre What did you like best about this story? The narration pulls you into the book and carries you through each account with anticipation Have you listened to any of Herschel J. Grangent Jr.s other performances before? How does this one compare? Not until this book, but the narration was authentic for these stories. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I read each story in on sitting. Any additional comments? If you enjoy true crime you will enjoy the short dramas. I actually enjoy true crime in the short story format. Very Short Form True Crime Any additional comments? I find these short true crime stories lacking in details that I would have liked to have been privy to. I would recommend this book to listeners that like a birds eye view of true crime stories! I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher. Amazing Book, Shocking True Stories Would you listen to True Crime Stories, Volume 2 again? Why? This book has illustrated 12 of the most shocking and heart breaking crime stories that actually happened. The narration was excellent and the stories were well detailed. Yes, I would definitely listen to this book again. Have you listened to any of Herschel J. Grangent Jr.s other performances before? How does this one compare? No, I have never listened to any of Herschel J. Grangent Jr.s other performances before. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, it sure was. Any additional comments? This book has illustrated 12 of the most shocking and gruesome crime stories. It breaks my heart to know that these crimes actually happened and that a person can be so evil as to rape their own child and held them captive for 24 years. The narration was excellent and the stories were well-detailed. I would definitely listen to this book again. I would recommend to anyone interested in crime stories.

Luck of the Devil Audiobook by Jack H.W. Collins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack H.W. Collins) — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 21:06:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Luck of the Devil Subtitle: My Life as a Drug Smuggler Author: Jack H.W. Collins Narrator: Ken Solin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-16 Publisher: Jack H.W. Collins Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Forget The Sopranos, Breaking Bad, Weeds, Blow or any other show that has tried to show the mafia or drug dealer lifestyle. Luck of the Devil is the real story of what actually happened "behind the scenes" in the world of drug smuggling in the 1970s and 1980s as told by someone who actually lived it. Luck of the Devil follows Jack Collins fresh out of the Navy in 1969 as he heads to Miami. There, he falls into the hippie culture of the day. Looking to score free drugs for himself and his friends, he starts dealing blow and pills on the side. Jack eventually grows into the "bigger" game of pills and cocaine as he establishes relationships with the Colombians. Eventually his "street wise" experience allows him to meet some of the biggest players in the world and he becomes one of primary smugglers for the Colombian cartels and an Italian mafia family from Rome. If you ever wondered what the life of a drug lord as really like, not as it's portrayed on TV and in film, then Luck of the Devil will open your eyes to the seedy underside of one of the most lucrative and profitable businesses in the world. WARNING: This book is meant for mature listeners only. Luck of the Devil contains graphic descriptions of brutal violence, wild sex, prolonged drug use, and lots of profanity. If you are easily offended by such material then you should not get this book. Members Reviews: Excellent! excellent story all the details I would have wanted nothing was dragged out. Thanks you so much for sharing your stories it brought me many hours in enjoyment! great great entertainment, wow what a great entertaining listen, I was laughing and pumping my fist with confidence as some of the stories played out,exactly what ya want in a bad ass book!! the narrator repeated himself many times the narrator repeated himself many times. You could her him smack his lips so annoying No American Desperado... Not a bad story-- or set of vignettes to be more accurate-- but the narrator is as bad as they come. He also randomly repeats sentences and at times you can hear what I presume is him adjusting a lamp. American Desperado by Jon Roberts is the major league version of this one.

How America Lost Its Secrets Audiobook by Edward Jay Epstein

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Edward Jay Epstein) — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 11:30:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How America Lost Its Secrets Subtitle: Edward Snowden, the Man and the Theft Author: Edward Jay Epstein Narrator: Michael Bybee Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A groundbreaking exposé that convincingly challenges the popular image of Edward Snowden as hacker turned avenging angel, while revealing how vulnerable our national security systems have become - as exciting as any political thriller, and far more important. After details of American government surveillance were published in 2013, Edward Snowden, formerly a subcontracted IT analyst for the NSA, became the center of an international controversy: Was he a hero, traitor, whistle-blower, spy? Was his theft legitimized by the nature of the information he exposed? When is it necessary for governmental transparency to give way to subterfuge? Edward Jay Epstein brings a lifetime of journalistic and investigative acumen to bear on these and other questions, delving into both how our secrets were taken and the man who took them. He makes clear that by outsourcing parts of our security apparatus, the government has made classified information far more vulnerable; how Snowden sought employment precisely where he could most easily gain access to the most sensitive classified material; and how, though he claims to have acted to serve his country, Snowden is treated as a prized intelligence asset in Moscow, his new home. Critic Reviews: "Powerful and convincing." (The Hollywood Reporter) "In addition to giving a full and nuanced portrait of the man himself, Epstein details the shattering impact Snowden's theft and famous June 9, 2013, video announcement has had on the agency and the intelligence community worldwide. A riveting and informative work for both Snowden watchers and espionage buffs." (Booklist) "Nuanced...A wild and harrowing detective story and impressively evenhanded portrait of a very sticky case." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Well Done A balanced analysis on the IC (past and present), the Contractor Industries that support the IC, those who've betrayed the IC (Ames, Hansen) their Russian "handlers" and the serial malingerer, covert narcissist that is Ed Snowden. An important book during a critical time Ripped from the headlines here is the story that has captivated a nation .. the theft of national secrets. The author did a great job writing this book. It asks the question should the govt keep secrets from the public or risk it being leaked? Excellent and well-researched depiction This book was extremely well-researched. The author explored many many different angles to the story and seems to present a very unbiased depiction of what occurred and what America lost because of Snowden. I learned a lot about this case, American and international espionage, and our intelligence agencies. Yes! Well done This was well researched, written and narrated. I'm blown away at the lengths the author took to get this scoop A different way of looking at things When I started listening to this book I was very sympathetic to Snowden's agenda - however when weighing in balance what occurred with what was portrayed I realize that Snowden is no hero - the US government is no saint - and that what media portrayed was spun so badly as to be considered false reporting

Don't Tell a Soul Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Tue, 28 Feb 2017 08:03:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Don't Tell a Soul Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: Jonathan Yen Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-28-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Cherry Walker was a devoted, trusting, uncommonly innocent young woman who loved caring for a neighbor's little boy. But when she was asked to testify in court against his abusive mother, Cherry never got the chance. She couldn't lie if her life depended on it - and it did. Cherry's body was found on the side of a Texas road, after being doused with lighter fluid and set aflame. Attractive, manipulative, and violent, mother of four Kim Cargill had a wealth of dirty secrets she'd do anything to keep hidden. This in-depth account by best-selling investigative journalist M. William Phelps takes you inside Cargill's shocking trial and into the mind of one of the most conniving female psychopaths in recent history. Members Reviews: Some narration issues Overall, the book was okay. More drawn out and repetitive than neccesary to tell the story. The narrator has an annoying technique for letting the listener know it's quoted material; he makes his voice go higher, It works to alert the listener to the fact that it's a quote, but it became so annoying to me, I was cringing,dreading the next quote. Beyond that -- and maybe this was just annoying to me, personally -- he is a good narrator. Book was okay. Wanted to finish. did Not like narrator did not finish. did Not like the narrator. Might have been able to finish if narrated by better narrator, that makes all the difference in the world how the book is portrayed. Return to Classic Phelp's Style What made the experience of listening to Don't Tell a Soul the most enjoyable? I was getting to where I was ready to stop reading Phelps. Most of what he's put out in the past few years did not live up to his earlier writings, but this one? This one is amazing! I love that Phelps does extensive research, he interviews as many people as he can. Phelps reports on the history of both the victim and the perpetrator. He does an full coverage of the trial, and the aftermath. He talks to family and friends of both women. This was a most satisfying read!!! Thank you Mr. Phelps for returning to your earlier style. I hung on every word so to speak. I would recommend this book to anyone who looks for case studies on women killers, or psychopathy in women. What was one of the most memorable moments of Don't Tell a Soul? N/A Which character as performed by Jonathan Yen was your favorite? N/A If you could give Don't Tell a Soul a new subtitle, what would it be? A Story of Female Psycopathy Any additional comments? N/A Phelps takes another Gold medal! I just love M. William Phelps. he's a great TV personality and even more so a great author. the subject perpetrator of this book is absolutely despicable and I was left hating her and cheering the DA on! Do yourself a favor and get this book. if you like a great true crime then this is your story! way too "wordy" and repetitious Too many repeats of the same details It felt like the author was trying too hard to stretch the "volume"., not the quality I expected.

The Wicked Boy Audiobook by Kate Summerscale

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kate Summerscale) — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 03:51:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wicked Boy Subtitle: The Mystery of a Victorian Child Murderer Author: Kate Summerscale Narrator: Corrie James Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 126 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Early in the morning of Monday, July 8, 1895, 13-year-old Robert Coombes and his 12-year-old brother, Nattie, set out from their small, yellow-brick terraced house in East London to watch a cricket match at Lord's. Their father had gone to sea the previous Friday, the boys told their neighbors, and their mother was visiting her family in Liverpool. Over the next 10 days, Robert and Nattie spent extravagantly, pawning their parents' valuables to fund trips to the theatre and the seaside. But as the sun beat down on the Coombes house, a strange smell began to emanate from the building. When the police were finally called to investigate, the discovery they made sent the press into a frenzy of horror and alarm, and Robert and Nattie were swept up in a criminal trial that echoed the outrageous plots of the penny dreadful novels that Robert loved to read. In The Wicked Boy, Kate Summerscale has uncovered a fascinating true story of murder and morality. It is not just a meticulous examination of a shocking Victorian case but also a compelling account of its aftermath and of man's capacity to overcome the past. Members Reviews: Amazing True Story The research and detail that has gone into this work is stunning. I enjoyed every passage. I really appreciate the author bringing this story to life from a newspaper account. The descriptions of turn of the century life and institutions are wonderful. Thank you! Not enough info on the Wicked Boy to write a book My biggest issue w/this book is the time spent on Penny Dreadfuls. They were told is such great detail that they were obviously used as a filler. The info out on Robt. Combes is limited. I kept waiting for it to get good.. it never did. Any additional comments? The source material seemed so rich and riveting, but the writing and narration was boring and flat that I couldn't really get into it. Even the things that should have been exciting (the murder, the trial, the war...) were described with the same even tone as the descriptions of every day habits. I cannot figure out why people love this book so much?? It honestly was not that interesting. Full of Surprises As in her book about Mr. Wicher, K. Summerscale challenged many of my assumptions about how people lived, their attitudes and what they believed in the pre-WWII British Empire. I am amazed by the evident capacity for kindness and understanding practised by many Victorians for even the most wretched of their fellows. Depiction of Life and Times Not Just the Crime What did you love best about The Wicked Boy? Summerscale provides an excellent picture of the life and times surrounding the story, not just a narrative of the crime, arrest and trial. She takes us into the heart of London and shows us who lived there and how they lived, thrived, and died. What other book might you compare The Wicked Boy to and why? Batavia's Graveyard by Mike Dash.

Tangled Vines Audiobook by Frances Dinkelspiel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Frances Dinkelspiel) — Tue, 10 May 2016 00:52:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tangled Vines Subtitle: Greed, Murder, Obsession, and an Arsonist in the Vineyards of California Author: Frances Dinkelspiel Narrator: Dina Pearlman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On October 12, 2005, a massive fire broke out in the Wines Central wine warehouse in Vallejo, California. Within hours, the flames had destroyed 4.5 million bottles of California's finest wine worth more than $250 million, making it the largest destruction of wine in history. The fire had been deliberately set by a passionate oenophile named Mark Anderson, a skilled con man and thief with storage space at the warehouse who needed to cover his tracks. With a propane torch and a bucket of gasoline-soaked rags, Anderson annihilated entire California vineyard libraries as well as bottles of some of the most sought-after wines in the world. Among the priceless bottles destroyed were 175 bottles of port and Angelica from one of the oldest vineyards in California, made by Frances Dinkelspiel's great-great grandfather, Isaias Hellman, in 1875. Sadly, Mark Anderson was not the first to harm the industry. The history of the California wine trade, dating back to the 19th century, is a story of vineyards with dark and bloody pasts, tales of rich men, strangling monopolies, the brutal enslavement of vineyard workers, and murder. Five of the wine trade murders were associated with Isaias Hellman's vineyard in Rancho Cucamonga, beginning with the killing of John Rains, who owned the land at the time. He was shot several times, dragged from a wagon, and left off the main road for coyotes to feed on. In her new book, Frances Dinkelspiel looks beneath the casually elegant veneer of California's wine regions to find the obsession, greed, and violence lying in wait. Few people sipping a fine California Cabernet can even guess at the Tangled Vines where its life began. Members Reviews: I was put off by the readers absolute lack of know was put off by the readers total lack of knowledge about the pronunciation of California towns and cities Wineries and French terms intergral to the wine business why on Earth would they pick this reader for this book. I enjoyed the story and I love the way the author weaved her personal story Into the book but it was so annoying I just waited for the next problem-- like how do you pronounce sommelier how do you pronounce Charles Krug . Very interesting story but the narration...... Would you listen to Tangled Vines again? Why? Really enjoyed this story but the narrator's horrible pronunciation errors made it so hard to listen to. Bad Narration The narrator had poor pronunciation. The subject and history was interesting and informative. I bought the book to accompany us on a trip to Napa. very good book but so many mispronunciations has someone in the wine business I found this book fascinating. the author did a great job of interweaving the multiple storylines and tying them all together by the end. Sadly the narrator is not familiar with wine industry and mispronounced so many of the wine regions and grapes. Interesting but disjointed story What did you like best about this story? The portions of the story relating to Mark Anderson and the 2005 fire were by far the most captivating. How did the narrator detract from the book? I've been listening to audio books for several years now, and this ranks among the worst narrators I have heard. Her mispronunciation of key terms like "sommelier" really detracted from the listening experience, along with her totally unemotional, flat affect.

Failure of Justice Audiobook by John Ferak

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Ferak) — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 01:41:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Failure of Justice Subtitle: A Brutal Murder, an Obsessed Cop, Six Wrongful Convictions Author: John Ferak Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-16 Publisher: WildBlue Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 202 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Everyone felt the same way: Small-town Nebraska widow Helen Wilson didn't have an ounce of meanness in her body. Then, on February 5, 1985, one of the coldest nights on record, the unthinkable happened. The 68-year-old resident was murdered inside her second-floor apartment. But why? Local residents were horrified. What type of monster would target a vulnerable widow to fulfill his homicidal sexual fantasies? The crime scene was eerily ritualistic. The trail of evidence turned frustratingly cold until an astonishing breakthrough occurred four years later. A torn scrap of money recovered at the crime scene became the presumed smoking gun that helped solve the hideous crime. The news of six arrests was absolutely stunning to the locals in this easygoing blue-collar community of 12,000 residents. But why were six loosely connected misfits who lived as far away as Alabama, Colorado, and North Carolina being linked to the rape and murder of a beloved Nebraska widow? As they sat in jail, the constant threat of Nebraska's barbaric electric chair frightened these troubled souls, except for one of them. Joseph White remained defiant in his fight to prove his innocence. It didn't matter. All six of the condemned were convicted of murder and sent away to prison for the ghastly crime. The town moved on, convinced that justice had been served. For more than 25 years, the Beatrice 6 rotted in prison. In 2008, DNA tests proved that there'd been a terrible failure of justice, but what would it mean to the prisoners? Critic Reviews: "John Ferak has carved his necessary true-crime niche with another fascinating exploration of unalloyed evil in overlooked places, and a dysfunctional judicial system. A chilling piece of journalism." (Ron Franscell, author of The Darkest Night and Morgue: A Life in Death) Members Reviews: Fascinating true crime but needs focus Any additional comments? I didn't know anything about this crime or the convictions. The title indicates there was an injustice but that's about it. So I was disappointed the audio starts with a prologue which pretty much summarises the entire book. I strongly recommend you skip this. The rest of the book covers in great detail, the community of the time, the horrific crime, search for a suspect, conviction and aftermath. There are a lot of characters and I found it tricky to keep track of who was who. Because it's told chronologically there's also the introduction of new characters throughout, sometimes just to make a point and then they disappear. I realise there's a duty with non fiction to tell the story from many viewpoints and angles, but this just led to the feeling I was looking down at the scene and not involved. I therefore didn't feel any emotional attachment to the victim or the suspects, and didn't much care what happened (compounded by the prologue having already given away the ending). So, is this book worth it? Yes I think so. The crime took place within my lifetime in the 1980s and I found it scary to hear how the investigation was handled. I remember when DNA testing was first used in a case in the UK and found it fascinating to hear how this new technology became incorporated into the judicial process of this case. It was also narrated well.

Murder City Audiobook by Charles Bowden

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Bowden) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:32:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder City Subtitle: Ciudad Juarez and The Global Economy's New Killing Fields Author: Charles Bowden Narrator: Charles Bowden Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-10 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 112 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Charles Bowden writes, this book is not about how the world ends but how a new world is being born. Murder City explores this new world, focusing on the idea that Mexico is collapsing into a permanent culture of violence. Bowden focuses on Ciudad Juarez, which lies just across the Rio Grande from El Paso. Infamously known as the place where women disappear, last year alone 1,607 people were murdered, a number that is set to accelerate in 2009. Miss Sinaloa is a beauty queen who loses her mind; her descent into madness becomes a parable for the town itself. As Bowden searches for reasons to explain why so many are dying, he realizes that what is happening in Juarez and other border townscaught in the crosshairs of the drug and immigration warsrepresents the total collapse of civic society. Critic Reviews: "Bowden calls himself a reporter, and in a pure sense of the word he really is one. He is also an authentic talent. (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Listen Up! Texans like myself have been following the narco-problems in Ciudad Juarez for some time. Now journalist comes along to jerk us to reality. Bowden is one of a small number of journalists who have been willing to spend time in the city during its time of demise. This is a page turner filled with stories and observations from the streets. People interested in true crime will find it great. Others concerned about narco-traffic and what it is capable of doing will be disturbed. Those who will take the time to listen will be warned of what is possible. Well written and the reading is excellent. You may not agree with the conclusions, but your eyes will be opened. A Good Primer for Any Reader I enjoyed this book by Charles Bowden, who also narrated it. He describes the story in his factual, monotone voice, so it's important to get engaged in the story, listen closely, or you may miss key pieces of the book. This may be on purpose by Bowden, to illustrate the casual savagery, lack of law enforcement, American involvement and Mexican government interests which exists in Juarez. I found I had to go back over parts to catch back up on the story, as it sometime is a little difficult to stay on top of it, with the slow, unchanging pitch in narration. However, Bowden's account of the conditions in Juarez are chilling, and his first person description is even more credible. He describes the lawlessness of a city under siege from a citizen's perspective, having interviewed and spent time with innocents living in this city during the writing of this book. He uses the experiences of real people, for example, Miss Sinaloa, a beauty queen abducted by a Mexican drug cartel and eventually freed only to be placed in a mental institution, as a backdrop to his story. He educates us on the rise of the Mexican cartels, the power and pure brutality which they possess, and the influence on authority and government which allows free range activity south of the border in Juarez. This book is somewhat of a primer and close-up look into the changing political landscape which includes now includes the drug cartels as a financial power base in Mexico.

One of Us Audiobook by sne Seierstad, Sarah Death - translator

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (sne Seierstad) — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 00:18:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One of Us Subtitle: The Story of a Massacre in Norway - and Its Aftermath Author: sne Seierstad, Sarah Death - translator Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 112 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A harrowing and thorough account of the massacre that upended Norway, and the trial that helped put the country back together. On July 22, 2011, Anders Behring Breivik detonated a bomb outside government buildings in central Oslo, killing eight people. He then proceeded to a youth camp on the island of Utya, where he killed 69 more, most of them teenage members of Norway's governing Labour Party. In One of Us, the journalist sne Seierstad tells the story of this terrible day and what led up to it. What made Breivik, a gifted child from an affluent neighborhood in Oslo, become a terrorist? As in her best seller The Bookseller of Kabul, Seierstad excels at the vivid portraiture of lives under stress. She delves deep into Breivik's troubled childhood, showing how a hip-hop and graffiti aficionado became a right-wing activist and Internet game addict, and then an entrepreneur, Freemason, and self-styled master warrior who sought to "save Norway" from the threat of Islam and multiculturalism. She writes with equal intimacy about Breivik's victims, tracing their political awakenings, aspirations to improve their country, and ill-fated journeys to the island. By the time Seierstad reaches Utya, we know both the killer and those he will kill. We have also gotten to know an entire country - famously peaceful and prosperous, and utterly incapable of protecting its youth. Members Reviews: A Thoroughly Researched and though provoking Book This is the shocking story of Anders Breivik, who, alone, killed 77 people in a one day terror attack on his fellow citizens of Norway. Many of these victims were teenagers who were attending a summer camp. This book is very well written and tells, not only the progression of this mass murderer's life , but also weaves in personal stories of the progression of many of the victims' lives. I thought this was a very important part of the story...so the reader can get a better understanding of the impact of this event. This is really a very thoroughly investigated book and this writer tells a complete and thought provoking story. Although the courts found this man sane, I think his own writings and actions prove differently. He is truly a madman with a murderous rage and no empathy for others. He also has an extremely high opinion of himself. The book that he was writing is an example of his disorganized, bizarre and grandiose thought. I was shocked to find that he was only given 21 years in prison... the maximum penalty in Norway. He is most certainly a danger to society and I am not sure what Norway will do with him upon release. The narrator has a very pleasing voice and is a positive addition to the audio version of this book. Good, but long Excellent insight into a horrifying mass murder in Scandinavia and beautifully written. But some parts, i.e. the life story of the perpetrator, could have been dramatically condensed. Nonetheless, I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone interested in the Norway massacre and what led up to it. Very detailed Would be better if I had printed edition to re read some details. Lots of details Heart wrenching and informative I decided to listen to this book because I wanted to know more about the case. What I ended up with is a much clearer understanding of Norway's social and political structure.

Master Thieves Audiobook by Stephen Kurkjian

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Kurkjian) — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 02:00:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Master Thieves Subtitle: The Boston Gangsters Who Pulled off the World's Greatest Art Heist Author: Stephen Kurkjian Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 03-17-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In a secret meeting in 1981, a master thief named Louis Royce gave career gangster Ralph Rossetti the tip of a lifetime. As a kid, Royce had visited the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and made a habit of sneaking in at night to find a good place to sleep. He knew the Museum's security was lax, and he gave this information to a boss of the Boston criminal underworld. It took years before the Museum was hit. But when it finally happened, it quickly became one of the most infamous art heists in history: 13 works of art valued at up to $500 million - including Rembrandt's "The Storm on the Sea of Galilee". The identity of the thieves was a mystery, and the paintings were never found. What happened in those intervening years? Which Boston crew landed the big score? And why, more than 20 years later, did the FBI issue a press conference stating that they knew who had pulled off the heist and what had happened to the artwork, but provided no identities and scant details? These mysteries are the story of Stephen Kurkjian's revealing audiobook. He will take the listener deep into the Boston mob and paint the most complete and compelling picture of this story ever told. Critic Reviews: "[E]ngrossing real-life crime story." ( Kirkus) Members Reviews: Boring! There's no end in sight to this. Too many details without any meat. Don't bother. 25 years of waiting.. And a bit of a letdown. I live in Boston, work in East Boston in the shadows of many places mentioned. I remember the heist, and the roller coaster decades of false reports of a breakthrough in the case. I had hoped that a Boston Globe reporter could bring some insight into the story. Unfortunately it is a book of rehashed newspaper stories told in clipped and tacit prose. Hard to follow the non linear tangents and filler stories. No answers, no conclusions, no point The Gardener heist is one of the most intriguing mysteries of the past 50 years. Unfortunately this was book provides no good leads or even solid speculation on the identities of the thieves or whereabouts of the paintings. The author appears to have spent many years chasing whispers and pulling on threads seemingly at random and wrote this book as a means to recoup some money on a failed investigation. He fails to turn up anything of value on the theft and in turn swindles the reader out of time and money. Even if the book had shed any light on the crime the book does not flow well. Any interest is lost in the jumble of narratives he tries unsuccessfully to weave into a substantial text. He does not succeed. I will be attempting to get a refund from Audible for this purchase. Swamp People screen writers could do better If this author is an "Investigative Reporter" than I've missed my calling. No depth, little to no research and certainly no "investigating". I love how he compares the theft tragedy to the Boston Marathon Bombing. Then, it slowly and gradually goes torturously down hill from there. Author should refund my money for this waste of time.

The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson: Summary & Analysis Audiobook by Instaread

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Instaread) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 15:08:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson: Summary & Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Michael Gilboe Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Instaread Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The Devil in the White City is a book by Erik Larson that takes a close look at the World's Columbian Exposition, the world fair that Chicago hosted in 1893 in celebration of the 400th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of America. The fair was tainted by deaths, a serial killer, and an assassination. The lead architect, Daniel Burnham, and the serial killer, Henry Howard Holmes, play pivotal roles in the events that unfolded before, during, and after the fair. In the late 19th century, Chicago was a raw city, growing fast, but it was horribly polluted. Fourteen million animals went to their deaths each year in the stockyards. Garbage and manure piled up, and typhus, cholera, and other diseases raged. Train and carriage accidents killed several people daily. Fires were even more deadly. The city tallied 800 murders in just the first half of one year.... Please note: This is a summary and analysis of the book and not the original book. Inside this Instaread summary and analysis of The Devil in the White City: About the author: With Instaread, you can get the summary and analysis of a book in 15 minutes. We read, summarize, and analyze every chapter for your convenience. Members Reviews: Why is there only a summary? Where's the full book? I'm yearning for more please! I'm super interested in the full book.

Black Mass Audiobook by Dick Lehr, Gerard O'Neill

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dick Lehr) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 06:35:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Mass Subtitle: Whitey Bulger, The FBI, and a Devil's Deal Author: Dick Lehr, Gerard O'Neill Narrator: John Rubinstein, Christopher Evan Welch Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 11-28-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 357 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In this gritty New York Times best-seller, the true story of a crooked deal between the FBI and the Irish Mob is exposed. By providing a penetrating look into the mean streets of mid-1970s South Boston, the author shows how two kids from the neighborhood cross paths again years later, ending in the biggest informant scandal in FBI history. Members Reviews: Excellent! Well written and performed. Of all the books out there on Bulger, this is one of the best. Liked it ....for awhile Gangsters, cops, FBI, dames and dolls. Good guys (who weren't), bad guys (depending on circumstance and outlook at any moment). Enjoyed it for awhile - 'til it got too long, too much the "same old". Did finally finish the last chapters after several months hiatus. Humanity finds a way to disappoint. The damage of the insider threat What does it look like when a member of the legal community shifts his/her allegiance to a criminal power? I give you John Connoly. Nearly 30 years of criminal activity in South Boston was actively defended by FBI agents. This book thoroughly examines the history as told by two Boston reporters. Research conducted includes eye-witness reports, grand jury testimony, and FBI records. Some may call this book dry. For me, the insights and realities were delivered in a way that was both exciting and informative. I read this book as another view of what insider threats can do to a person, an organization, and in this case, an entire community. The FBI reputation was devastated. South Boston's very anatomy was changed forever. The criminal underworld gained unprecedented ground. I never got past the second chapter. just the facts this book is a man reading basically history and not a very exciting way narrators tone did little to help this information because it couldn't be considered a novel. Informative and Well Done Where does Black Mass rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Above average Who was your favorite character and why? Whitey because he was what every lover of organized crime books wants to read about What about John Rubinstein and Christopher Evan Welch s performance did you like? It was well done and well read. That seems like something all audio books have, but it is NOT. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Nothing exreme. Just well done.

True Police Stories Audiobook by William Myron Price

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William Myron Price) — Wed, 13 Sep 2017 18:13:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Police Stories Subtitle: Officers Tell of Their Most Disturbing on-Duty Calls Ever Author: William Myron Price Narrator: Nolan Barger Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-17 Publisher: William Myron Price Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Police officers make good witnesses, mainly because that is what they are trained to do. When a police officer responds to a call, they never know what they are likely to encounter. Police officers also often find themselves in odd places, whether it's a patrol at the dead of night on a lonely stretch of road or attending a call of a disturbance at a remote house, police officers go to places that most of us never will. But what happens when the police find themselves investigating things that seem completely outside the boundaries of accepted reality? Members Reviews: Narration vs. Content This is the third audio book I have purchased by William Myron Price in the True Police Stories series. The series content is interesting and entertaining. I enjoyed the books narrated by Mark Rossman and Steve Stansell. These narrators gave the chapters character. The narration of this book, by Nolan Barger, made the audio version difficult to listen to and follow. It is the only reason I rated this book at three stars.

Bitter Remains Audiobook by Diane Fanning

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Diane Fanning) — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 19:24:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bitter Remains Subtitle: A Custody Battle, a Gruesome Crime, and the Mother Who Paid the Ultimate Price Author: Diane Fanning Narrator: Karyn O'Bryant Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 118 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On July 13, 2011, Laura Jean Ackerson of Kinston, North Carolina, went to pick up her two toddler sons. It would be the last time she was seen alive. Laura's ex, Grant Hayes - the father of her two sons - and his wife, Amanda, the mother of his newborn daughter, both pointed the finger at each other as the one guilty of murdering Laura, cutting up her body, and then transporting and disposing of the remains on the shores of Oyster Creek, Texas. This is the hauntingly true story of a devoted mother, a disturbed couple, and how these horrific events came to pass. Members Reviews: COMPELLING ACCOUNT - WRONG NARRATOR! This is a pretty good true crime story. One which has not been "done to death" on TV forensics shows to the point where YOU could commit the perfect crime AND solve it in 48 hours! The author did a lot of research, which is daunting in some places, but that's what a true crime buff lives for. However, the amount of details and minutiae become mind-numbing when delivered by this narrator. Her voice is just all wrong for such a dark and disturbing crime. It's like listening to an actress from "Nickelodeon" dropping "f-bombs" and talking about very sexually explicit acts. After about 3 hours, I decided to just look up the murder on Wikipedia because I couldn't take that narrator any longer. Overall, it's a good account and the perfect audiobook if you're stuck in a car for a long drive. Good Listen A a fan of true crime books in my opinion this book was bronze. It held my attention and was very detailed, describing the characters and helping me to visualize them as I read the story. I think I gave this book three stars because of narration. I feel like it coulda been good, but... Seems like a looooong build-up to get to the murder that I now already know from the start of the book. The narrator was really hard to listen to; Im not going to be able to finish it. I love true-crime stories but unfortunately listening to her was distracting in that I was just annoyed. Ill google the story to get the nuts and bolts. Torn between listening and returning! The narrator drove me crazy with her "sing song" cadence. The story was definitely up to Diane Fanning's usual quality of reporting, but I almost stopped listening several times because the narration was so distracting. Karyn O'Bryant was able to read passages of dialog with a passable southern accent, using a normal cadence, but could not seem to do this when not reading dialog. Fascinating Character Study Fascinating information, about fascinating people. Thorough, & exhausting description, of a murder trial. And, the events, leading up, to it.

Eye of the Beholder Audiobook by Lowell Cauffiel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lowell Cauffiel) — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 14:54:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Eye of the Beholder Subtitle: The Almost Perfect Murder of Anchorwoman Diane Newton King Author: Lowell Cauffiel Narrator: Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-08-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Battle Creek, Michigan, is famous as the birthplace of breakfast cereal, and the nearby suburb of Marshall is as wholesome as shredded wheat. On a frigid night in February of 1991, newscaster Diane Newton King was stepping out of her car, her children strapped into the backseat, when a sniper's bullet cut her down. The police assumed that the killer was her stalker - a crazed fan who had been terrorizing King for weeks. But as their investigation ground to a standstill, the police turned to another suspect - one much closer to home. Journalist Lowell Cauffiel recreates the atmosphere of terror that marked King's last days, giving us a story of celebrity, obsession, and what it means to kill. Members Reviews: Listening to the orator change his voice based on different characters was silly sounding and obnoxious at times.. Second half was better than first half. Great telling of the story subject matter was ehhhhh The way the book was written and read. I thought was pretty good. Unfortunately the subject matter. Was very straight forward. Not really any twists. Overall I don't regret owning this audiobook. Though it isn't my favorite by far. This book is beyond boring What disappointed you about Eye of the Beholder? Someone called this gripping...I wanted to grip the author's neck and beg him to stop writing. Don't waste your time and money on this crap. The newspaper article was likely more compelling. Add that to the terribly arranged story. The boring people involved...the people the made up this story could have been replaced by potted palms. What do you think your next listen will be? Something better I sincerely hope What didnt you like about Luke Danielss performance? It was narrated by a guy who sounded like an undertaker on sedatives.If he didn't like the book he should not have narrated it If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Eye of the Beholder? Everything after the title Any additional comments? I have wasted enough time on this. Didn't like this over all I prefer Rule or Olsen for True Crime, the way this was written seemed fake. The narrator didn't help with some of his accents, which got annoying. I'm returning this book.

Die, My Love Audiobook by Kathryn Casey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathryn Casey) — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 10:18:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Die, My Love Subtitle: A True Story of Revenge, Murder, and Two Texas Sisters Author: Kathryn Casey Narrator: Moe Rock Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-12 Publisher: Kathryn Casey Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The day before Halloween 2004 was the last day on Earth for respected, well-liked college professor Fred Jablin. That morning, a neighbor discovered his body lying in a pool of blood in the driveway of Jablin's Virginia home. Police immediately turned their attentions to the victim's ex-wife, Piper, a petite, pretty Texas lawyer who had lost a bitter custody battle and would do anything to get her kids back. But Piper was in Houston, 1,000 miles away, at the time of the slaying and couldn't possibly have been the killer...could she? So began an investigation into one of the most bizarre cases Virginia and Texas law enforcement agencies had ever encountered: a twisted conspiracy of lies, rage, paranoia, manipulation, and savage murder that would ensnare an entire family - including two lethally close look-alike sisters - and reveal the shocking depravities possible when a dangerously disordered mind slips into madness. Members Reviews: this story could have been a lot better. Is there anything you would change about this book? yes, i would develop relationships better. eg: more detail on how piper began some of her affairs started, why, and how she interacted with these lovers. i would also like to hear less about tina since what i heard told me basically nothing about the two of them. the book went on and on and i was getting tired of listening to it. If youve listened to books by Kathryn Casey before, how does this one compare? yes i liked her reading of shattered but then, that was a better story. i found her performance lacking here but i did not like the book and this DOES affect how i look at the narrator sometimes (not always). What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? her voice was for some reason not easy to listen to in this book, this i did feel right from the beginning. i had felt the same way when i started reading another book with another reader (dolores clayborne) but i LOVED that book and got to like the reader. Could you see Die, My Love being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? yes. it would make a good movie i bet. Horrid narration. What disappointed you about Die, My Love? The narration has turned me off very early on. I cannot continue. The reader's faking of the so-called southern accent (ah for I, etc) and her inflections in the verbiage that goes along with the bad accent, well, it's just more than I can stand a minute longer. I have tried overlooking this and just concentrating on the story, being a lover of the author, but it is impossible. Has Die, My Love turned you off from other books in this genre? No, but the narrator has turned me off from any other books she has read. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Moe Rock? Scott Brick is one of my favorites, but just about anyone who would read this book straight out, instead of so badly trying to play the parts, would have been fine with me. I don't require a lot of dramatization. After all, these are not screen plays, they are BOOKS TO BE READ, mainly the old-fashioned way, to one's self. I think a narrator has to be darn close to an educated, experienced actor to do justice when reading audiobooks because they were generally not written for live acting. Any additional comments? I wonder if whoever chooses narrators for these audiobooks realizes how important the choice is to the sales.

Mortal Danger Audiobook by Ann Rule

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ann Rule) — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 04:24:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mortal Danger Subtitle: And Other True Cases Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-04-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 113 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: From trust to terror...from security to survival... Only Ann Rule, who unknowingly worked alongside the smart and charming Ted Bundy - America's most notorious serial killer - could lend her razor-sharp insight into these cases of the spouse, lover, family member, or helpful stranger who is totally trusted but whose lethally violent nature, though masterfully disguised, can and will kill. Featured here is the case of a Southern California family man who appeared to be the picture of healthy living with his expertise in naturopathic healing. Luring a beautiful flight attendant into a passionate affair, he swept her away to a secluded home on the Oregon coast where his jealous rages escalated, ultimately leading to a brutal sex attack in which she believed she would die. How this brave victim survived, never knowing her tormentor's whereabouts, and how he resurfaced, forcing a tragic end for all involved, makes this one of Ann Rule's most compelling narratives. Other cases include that of the woman who masterminded her husband's murder to gain his inheritance... the monstrous sadist whose prison release damaged a presidential candidate's campaign and ended in a bitter double tragedy in a quiet neighborhood three thousand miles away...the shocking DNA link between a cold-blooded crime and a cold case... and inside the horrific case of the man who crossed an ocean and several countries to stalk the Eurasian beauty who had fled from him in desperation. Members Reviews: Good stuff! I've been on an Ann Rule true crime binge... I've been listening to her books back to back. Her writing is addictive. I usually enjoy her full length books more than her crime cases series. But this one is really good. I suppose it's hit or miss, and mostly Ann Rule hits it out the park. This book of cases begins with an unusual and frightening story of wildly obsessive "love". We get to see much of the story through this very brave victim's own point of view. Unfortunately, victims in true crime books are usually not around to tell their story. Thus, the ability to experience the story from the victim's own statements is especially chilling. The rest of the cases are just as interesting. This book contains three long stories, all well-told! Once again, Ann Rule delivers a winner! The more I read, the more I appreciate her work. I'm hopeful that more of her unabridged work will be available on Audible. Make it stop! This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Those who watch honey-boo-boo. Would you ever listen to anything by Ann Rule again? Maybe-always open What didnt you like about Laural Merlingtons performance? She's ok-content not performer is culprit for rating. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Jury still out Any additional comments? No.

Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey? Audiobook by Charles Bosworth, Cyril H. Wecht

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Bosworth) — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 22:31:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey? Author: Charles Bosworth, Cyril H. Wecht Narrator: Mikael Naramore Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Nationally renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Cyril Wecht and New York Times bestselling author Charles Bosworth, Jr. have written a riveting narrative that exposes the disturbing truth behind the Christmas day murder of six-year-old JonBenet Ramsey. Dr. Wecht's expert analysis of the public record leads to shocking new conclusions divulged here for the first time. There is evidence that the child beauty queen's death was a tragic accident, not a deliberate murder. Autopsy evidence is consistent with sexual abuse prior to her death, and certain crime scene evidence contradicts the "intruder theory". Was the murder scene compromised? Discover who Dr. Wecht believes is really responsible for JonBenet's death. Members Reviews: But really... who killed JonBenet Ramsey? While I appreciate the detail with which Wecht explored the death and subsequent investigation into the case of JonBenet Ramsey, I was not a fan of this book. His insistence on referencing himself in the third person as Dr. Cyril Wecht every time he offered a personal insight or recollection into the case came across-at least to me-as self-indulgent. Furthermore, I expected the authors to establish a legitimate theory of their own once they discounted all other theories at the end of the book. Unfortunately when I finished listening, I was left with the title question still unanswered: who actually killed JonBenet Ramsey? New information I was hesitant to buy the book thinking I've heard everything. In the first 5 minutes I found out things I haven't heard before. Very repetitive! This book is the same story told over and over and over. Boring after 3 chapters Fact or fiction??? This book was very intriguing and sucked me in by the second chapter. Because the author is a known forensic pathologist, I felt that the book would reflect an accurate assessment of the crime. However, After new evidence has been released regarding this case, I have come to realize that this forensic pathologist has simply written a fictional story in hopes of garnering fame. Regardless, It's a great story. Full picture analysis This book was very detailed and gave all of the facts. I've done some research on the case myself and everything was very accurate and well written. Although the story is of course awful and sad, the book was great.

To Love and to Kill Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 17:51:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Love and to Kill Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The missing-persons case of Heather Strong, a young, beautiful suburban mother, baffled Florida detectives. When the file was handed to a veteran investigator, he knew Heather was dead. The challenge was to find her body - and whoever killed her. Soon a sordid triangle of sex, jealousy, and rage came to light. The killers were cunning, manipulative, depraved - and they were as close to Heather as a man and a woman could possibly be. Vividly recreated by master investigative journalist M. William Phelps, this riveting account of seething small-town passions is a classic tale of crime and justice. Members Reviews: The last M.William Phelps book for me What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? An interesting, well researched story with some mystery involved AND a competent, skillful narrator. Has To Love and to Kill turned you off from other books in this genre? No, but it has absolutely turned me off from any further book purchases from M William Phelps or read by Noah Michael Levine. When this author first started publishing true crime stories his books were of a better quality. Now he just seems to just throw together his books and his writing style is not enjoyable. He repeats the same information in multiple places and he draws out parts of the story in very uninteresting ways. For instance in this book, a police interrogation went on and on and on and on.... and I kept thinking he must be including all this back and worth because it is relevant. It wasn't. There was no clever police work that we were being privy to... just boring back and forth: "You did it!" "No, I didn't" "Yes, you did!" " No, I didn't" Etc, etc....This is the second book from this author that I have been very disappointed with and I will not go for a third.To make matters worse with this book, the narrator was dreadful. At first , I thought it was the Kindle generated voice, very robotic and odd inflection. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Noah Michael Levine? J Charles You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Sorry , no. Pass The Aspirin Would you be willing to try another one of Noah Michael Levines performances? No You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? No Any additional comments? The content of this book could have been contained in a magazine article and would have been more compelling and engaging. The telling of this story is repetitive, monotonous and completely disjointed. The narrator's harsh rat-a-tat delivery only made it worse. Trying to listen literally gave me a headache.

One Deadly Night Audiobook by John Glatt

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Glatt) — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 02:26:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One Deadly Night Author: John Glatt Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 64 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On September 28, 2000, former Indiana state trooper David Camm made a frantic call to his former colleagues in the state troopers office: He had just walked into his garage and found lying on the floor the bodies of his 35-year-old wife Kim and their two children Brad and Jill, ages seven and five. Three days later, things got worse when police arrested David Camm for the triple murder. Soon new stories started emerging about mistresses and violent bursts of temper. And as the ugly truth about the Camms' marriage got uglier and the evidence against David started piling up, two families - and the community at large - took positions at opposite sides of a yawning and bitter divide. Was David Camm a dedicated, conscientious public servant - the victim of unspeakable tragedy who was being railroaded by an unfair system? Or was he a cold-hearted murderer who earned his three murder convictions and every one of the 195 years behind bars to which he was sentenced? Members Reviews: Good book Very well written. A very Surprising end. So sad for both of these families. Will look up verdict on Internet. Wow! Would you listen to One Deadly Night again? Why? This is one of the best books I ever listened to. An unexpected ending! What was one of the most memorable moments of One Deadly Night? The outcome Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Oh yeah! Ture Crime & Frightening Would you listen to One Deadly Night again? Why? A good true-crime account that rivals most stories out there- Who was your favorite character and why? No particular character - Which character as performed by Gildart Jackson was your favorite? The main character is frightening and dilusional Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No extreme reaction - a good book to listen to on a trip Any additional comments? a Good true crime What made the experience of listening to One Deadly Night the most enjoyable? I just really enjoy true crime genres What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? All the different characters Have you listened to any of Gildart Jacksons other performances before? How does this one compare? Not sure but it was good If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Hate this question. Any additional comments? This was pretty good, but not my favorite. It was a little too long for me. The narrator made it a chore to finish. Not the best choice for narration. His American accent was difficult to listen to.

Brain Damage: A Juror's Tale Audiobook by Paul Sanders

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Sanders) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 04:20:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brain Damage: A Juror's Tale Author: Paul Sanders Narrator: John Torrente Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-17 Publisher: Paul A. Sanders, Jr. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On January 14, 2009, Marissa DeVault killed her husband, Dale Harrell, by striking him multiple times on the head with a hammer. It seemed like a simple case of murder, but questions remained. Was Dale Harrell a hapless, innocent victim of a brutal killing, or was this the final act of a desperate woman who had suffered through years of domestic violence? The fact that the incident took place in a middle class suburb of Phoenix, Arizona, with the couple's three children within the property at the time, meant nothing. The questions for the jury were simple. Was the killing premeditated or was it an act of self-defense? Was it done for financial gain? Should the defendant pay for her crime with her life, should she be incarcerated for 25 years to life, or should she receive a life sentence with no chance of parole. Author Paul Sanders was Juror 13 in a trial packed with twists and turns. He sat every day in court, in a trial which got deep inside the day-to-day lives of a family and eventually delivered justice to a victim. Hear this remarkable true story now and make up your own mind as to the truth behind the Hammer Killing Trial. Members Reviews: A journey well worth the reading Unexpectedly well-done. The authorâs own experience, combined with the trial he recounts, comes together in such a way that the reader feels, rather than reads about, the path taken in coming to a verdict. The book is a journey worth taking. Similar to other raters, the book would have received five stars if not for the unfortunate mistake of not having had the book proofed for spelling, punctuation, repeat descriptive passages (Buttheadâs patient wife, among others) and tense changes. There were simply too many to be overlooked. excellent book!!! Paul takes us into the court system and shines a bright light on justice. Well written Paul! I was pleased to see you find answers from your past so you could continue moving forward in life. Looking forward to reading more from you. Highly recommend. Great book I've read so far. I purchased more as gifts. I can't put it down since I start reading it. Feel like I was in that court room and learn more about justice system in this country especially if you never been a jury before. Paul Sanders and his awesome perspective! Outstanding Author! It keeps you interested to the very end. Paul shares his life as a child, his perspective as the 13 juror, and gives you an understanding of how justice was served! I loved "Brain Damage, A jurors Tale"; his blog about the Jodi Arias trial and anxiously await for his next book! Five Stars Felt like I was in the courtroom and jury room..very good reading.

Triumph of Justice Audiobook by Peter Knobler, Daniel Petrocelli

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Knobler) — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 22:18:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Triumph of Justice Subtitle: The Final Judgment on the Simpson Saga Author: Peter Knobler, Daniel Petrocelli Narrator: Daniel Petrocelli Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In a book that's certain to make headlines, the only person to prosecute O.J. Simpson successfully for double homicide reveals the gripping, behind-the-scenes story of how he prepared for, and won, the civil trial, why the prosecution team in the criminal trial failed, and what actually happened that night in Brentwood. Members Reviews: Guilty! Flawless job Daniel. Absolutely loved listening to this. If only the Prosecution in the criminal trial could have done half the job that Daniel did while questioning Ol Orenthal. Better than expected I learned stories and facts I had never heard before. I have changed my mind. Great story. Narration, not so much. Some people should not narrate their own books. With that said, thank God justice was finally served. Mr. Petrocelli is a superb writer and a great lawyer. He has a way of pulling you into the scene. As a narrator, he's rather monotone and dry and robotic. However, it didn't stop me from listening to the book. It did stop me from giving it 5 stars.

Murdered Audiobook by Paul Alexander

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Alexander) — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murdered Author: Paul Alexander Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Murdered is the true story of the coldblooded killing of Sherri Rae Rasmussen, a 29 year old newlywed. Paul Christy's thrilling performance leaves the listener at the edge of his seat. Christy's voice reflects the journalistic and no-nonsense quality of Alexander's words. The narrative is detailed and thorough, without giving too much away too soon. The descriptions of the crime and the 20-year cover-up that followed are told in the manner of a police procedure report and are sure to hold the listener's full attention. For those who enjoy true crime narratives, this is a story worth listening to and one not easy to forget. Editorial Reviews: Murdered is the true story of the coldblooded killing of Sherri Rae Rasmussen, a twenty-nine year old newlywed. Paul Christy's thrilling performance leaves the listener at the edge of his seat. Christy's voice reflects the journalistic and no-nonsense quality of Alexander's words. The narrative is detailed and thorough, without giving too much away too soon. The descriptions of the crime and the 20-year cover-up that followed are told in the manner of a police procedure report and are sure to hold the listener's full attention. For those who enjoy true crime narratives, this is a story worth listening to and one not easy to forget. Members Reviews: Good book about several different murder stories i Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This is a very short book about the murder of Sherri Rasmussen by Police Officer Stephanie Lazarus. It was not very detailed, but very straight and to the point. It talked about the main points of the case, the trial and the evidence. It was very interesting and does make me want to know more about the case. It is short, therefore a quick read. Very informative.

Orders to Kill Audiobook by William F. Pepper

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William F. Pepper) — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 08:32:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Orders to Kill Subtitle: The Truth Behind the Murder of Martin Luther King Author: William F. Pepper Narrator: Tom Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Here is the myth-shattering exposé that reveals the truth behind the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - shocking and controversial revelations from James Earl Ray's attorney. On April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stepped out onto the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, and into his killer's line of fire. One shot ended Dr. King's life and forever changed the course of American history - setting into motion a massive cover-up that has withstood a quarter-century of scrutiny. After 18 years of intensive investigation, William F. Pepper has torn away the veil of subterfuge that has hidden the truth surrounding King's death - proving the innocence of convicted assassin James Earl Ray and revealing the evil conspiracy behind the murder of our nation's greatest civil rights leader. Members Reviews: Corruption at its worst Awesome investigation. After reading I'm very surprised that Dr. Pepper remained alive to investigate and tell of this awful, deplorable coordination of the assassination of one of Americas greatest change agents: MLK

He Killed Them All Audiobook by Jeanine Pirro

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeanine Pirro) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 14:55:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: He Killed Them All Subtitle: Robert Durst and My Quest for Justice Author: Jeanine Pirro Narrator: Jeanine Pirro Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Former prosecutor Jeanine Pirro - the "true hero" (New York Post) of the hit HBO documentary series The Jinx - offers the transfixing true story of her tireless 15-year investigation into accused murderer Robert Durst for the disappearance of his wife, Kathleen Durst. Former district attorney Jeanine Pirro was cast as the bad guy 15 years ago when she reopened the cold case of Kathleen Durst, a young and beautiful fourth-year medical student who disappeared without a trace in 1982, never to be seen again. Kathie Durst's husband was millionaire real estate heir Robert Durst, son of one of the wealthiest families in New York City - but though her friends and family suspected him of the worst, he escaped police investigation. Pirro, now the host of Justice with Judge Jeanine on Fox News, always believed in Durst's guilt, and in this shocking audiobook she makes her case beyond a shadow of a doubt, revealing stunning, previously unknown secrets about the crimes he is accused of committing. For years Pirro has crusaded for justice for the victims, and her impassioned perspective in the captivating HBO documentary series The Jinx made her one of its breakout stars. Featuring Pirro's unique insider's perspective on the crimes as well as her exclusive interviews with many of the major players featured in the The Jinx, this comprehensive book is the definitive story of Robert Durst and his gruesome crimes - the one you didn't see on television. Members Reviews: Enthralling Listen! Unique perspective of the jinx Where does He Killed Them All rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This ranks highly because I watched The Jinx documentary on HBO and have followed Robert Durst's legal matters in the news ever since. It was so interesting to hear Jeanine's perspective of the case, the behind the scenes details working with the film makers, the dynamics with the detectives investigating Kathleen's reopened murder, and Robert's multiple trials. What did you like best about this story? I disagree with the reviewers saying this is a book of Jeanine bragging about her career. I enjoyed the parts where she discussed breaking the glass ceiling as a young, female attorney in the 70's. The background she shared about her early beginnings working with domestic violence all tied back to the Jinx because it was a big factor in her decision later as Attorney General to reopen the case. She is a strong, intelligent, independent woman who broke barriers in the male dominated, misogynistic field of law enforcement. Maybe that's what these negative listeners have an issue with... Have you listened to any of Jeanine Pirros other performances before? How does this one compare? Jeanine's performance was personal and vibrant. I laughed out loud hearing her cursing when the detectives discovered new evidence. Her passion as an attorney, feminist, and proponent for justice shined throughout. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I was shocked to hear that evidence that Kathleen's friends and family had collected and saved for years was robbed from their homes.

Murder in the Yoga Store Audiobook by Peter Ross Range

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Ross Range) — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 09:19:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder in the Yoga Store Subtitle: The True Story of the Lululemon Killing Author: Peter Ross Range Narrator: Jesse Einstein Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 730 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Murder In The Yoga Store is the true story of the brutal killing of a beautiful young woman at a chic Lululemon yoga-wear shop. The grisly murder was committed on a pleasant Friday night in upscale Bethesda, Maryland, a leafy suburb of Washington, D.C. In this riveting narrative by veteran journalist Peter Ross Range, the author for the first time brings together the tale of what really happened in the yoga store murder. He portrays the personalities of both victim and murderer, along with the strange and convoluted circumstances of the crime and its cover-up. Range meticulously exposes layer upon layer of deceit and confusion. His account builds the tension of the police investigation until the real story, so odd and creepy, takes your breath away. The drama of the murder trial is a moving emotional roller coaster built around the prosecutors, the detectives and the family of the victim. Peter Ross Range is a longtime Washington, D.C., magazine writer. A former White House correspondent for U.S. News & World Report and foreign correspondent for Time, Range has covered politics, international affairs and war. He has written for The New York Times Magazine, National Geographic and many other publications. Editorial Reviews: Jesse Einstein brings a clear voice and understated performance to Peter Ross Ranges nonfiction crime story Murder in the Yoga Store: The True Story of the Lululemon Killing. Range, a one-time overseas bureau chief for Time, brings his reporting skills to the murder of the Washington, D.C., yoga store employee who was stabbed to death by her co-worker. Vividly evoking both the victim and the killer, the author recounts the incident, the ensuing cover-up by the murderer, and, ultimately, her arrest and trial. Einstein trusts the power of this grisly true life story and reads it carefully and without any overly dramatic flourishes. Members Reviews: Straightforward, and, in the end, unnecessary. Not sure why I decided to listen to this - I'm too susceptible to late night Daily Deal emails. This is a more-or-less straightforward telling of the investigation of a horrific crime. It's a strange length - not long enough to be really detailed about anything, and with no deep investigation or analysis beyond what one could garner from some quick web-browsing. The additional detail that IS there is kind of strange - long and stereotyped descriptions of Bathesda, of Apple as a soulless hawker of "baubles" (though one can later understand why someone might might misplace some anger towards Apple), and other such generalities. But where there seems to be opportunity to explore the personalities involved more deeply, we get very little. So... if you really want to hear about this crime, and haven't read anything else (even brief news reports) about it, it's OK to listen to while running or washing the dishes. But five minutes on the web will get you at least as much satisfaction and sense of what happened. Short and not even remotely sweet While the narration was a bit grating, this true story about an almost fictitiously horrific crime was gripping. I had to listen all the way through, start to finish, just to find out how it all ended. Never another book with this narrator. Before writing this I checked to see whether this narrator had done other books. I was astounded to find that he had.

Masquerade Audiobook by Lowell Cauffiel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lowell Cauffiel) — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 09:22:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Masquerade Subtitle: A True Story of Seduction, Compulsion, and Murder Author: Lowell Cauffiel Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In the exclusive suburb of Grosse Pointe, Alan Canty was a respected psychologist, with clients drawn from wealthy families across Detroit. But at night, he ventured into the city's seedy south side, where, under the name Dr. Al Miller, he met with prostitutes. One girl in particular caught Dr. Al's eye: a skinny teenage drug addict named Dawn, an ex-honor student who had fallen under the spell of a pimp named Lucky. Canty became their sugar daddy, spending thousands to buy them clothes, cars, and gifts. But when the money ran out, Canty's luck went with it - and he was soon found hacked to pieces, his body scattered across Michigan. In this thrilling true crime tale, Cauffiel shows what happens when deception turns fatal. Members Reviews: Masquerade, a true story based in Detroit. Very well written, and interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed this true story. Definitely had me shaking my head.. I would recommend this book. Suspenseful true drama! Very well written accounting of a horrible true crime! Author did a great job! I'll be reading more by him. I grew up in Harper Woods lived right around the corner from dawn we were best friends when we were kids still have all of ... Product arrived in a timely manner. I grew up in Harper Woods lived right around the corner from dawn we were best friends when we were kids still have all of our school pictures I lost my book in a fire so I was happy to be able to replace it Five Stars very interesting well written book Very insightful A great insight into the mind of a sociopath. A true story of the trust betrayal and consquences. I enjoyed it and found it riveting

The Amish Schoolhouse Murders Audiobook by Gregg Olsen, Kevin Sullivan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gregg Olsen) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 21:57:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Amish Schoolhouse Murders Author: Gregg Olsen, Kevin Sullivan Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-14 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Gregg Olsen and true crime journalist Kevin M. Sullivan travel down a bizarre trail of murder into notorious Pennsylvania. A seemingly normal husband father of two decides to kill young girls after storming an Amish schoolhouse, and sex many have been the prime motivator. A young high school student has a secret desire for murder, and decides a middle-of-the-night visit to his best friends house will do nicely to satiate his hunger to kill. A seedy individual living in an even seedier part of Philadelphia decides to populate his basement with kidnapped women for sex and the bearing of children, and it is death to those who do not submit. Members Reviews: misleading title This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Only a small part of the listen was related to the amish murders. Want followed was two detailed accounts of horrifying torture and murder. I hope I don't have nightmares tonight. I finally did the adult thing and quit listening. What could Gregg Olsen and Kevin Sullivan have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? They could have made the Amish schoolhouse murders. the focus of their book. Would you be willing to try another one of Kevin Pierces performances? yes You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? probably. I can't enumerate those at this time. Any additional comments? Your editors should have caught this. If you like true crime, you have to listen to this Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would recommend this audiobook to a friend!! If you like true crime, this is very interesting. The stories flow and you can clearly picture the story taking place. Who was your favorite character and why? Marie Roberts was my favorite character. Although the main story is not about her, you can't help but to feel some empathy for her. She woke up one morning and her life was normal. In that one day, not only did she lose her husband, but he committed a horrible crime, and she had to deal with the guilt of the crime that he committed. What about Kevin Pierces performance did you like? While Kevin spoke clearly, I did not think that he had a voice that would keep you interested while listening to a long book. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? There was not a particular moment that moved me. Each story brought out so many emotions. I would go from happy to sad to mad to revulsion. Any additional comments? The only thing that I would have changed about this book is the title. It is titled the Amish Schoolhouse Murders but there are 4 stories in all, not just the story about the Amish Schoolhouse Murders. a work of literary art Some cases that are riveting from start to finish that had me hooked up and wanting more

The Brotherhoods Audiobook by Guy Lawson, William Oldham

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Guy Lawson) — Wed, 13 May 2009 01:57:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Brotherhoods Subtitle: The True Story of Two Cops Who Murdered for the Mafia Author: Guy Lawson, William Oldham Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 24 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 171 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: "One of the most spectacular police corruption scandals in the city's history," proclaimed the New York Times in its front-page coverage of the verdict. This gripping, true-life detective story is remarkable for its psychological intrigue, criminal audacity, and paranoid, blood-soaked fury. Written by prize-winning journalist Guy Lawson and William Oldham, the brilliant detective who quietly investigated the rogue cops for seven years, The Brotherhoods provides unparalleled access to the secretive workings of both the NYPD and organized crime-their hierarchies, rituals, and codes of conduct. Sprawling from Brooklyn to Las Vegas, this incredible story features wiseguys, informants, hit men on the lam, snitches, cops on the take, a crooked accountant, flamboyant defense attorneys, and many other colorful characters. Destined to rank with such modern crime classics as Serpico, Donnie Brasco, and Wiseguy, this quintessential American mob tale goes to the heart of two brotherhoods-the police and the mafia-and the two cops who belonged to both. Members Reviews: Blind Justice This story is about two highly placed New York City police detectives who did more work for the Mafia than they did the Police. Theft, murder, spying on the police for the mafia, contract assassination, they did it all. One wonders who the bad guys are if these are supposed to be the good ones. The cop that broke the case was the co-author, Detective William Oldham. It took him fifteen years and well into his retirement to gather enough evidence for a conviction. An amazing tale which proves again that crime dooesn't pay (in the long run anyway) Fascinating This is a great companion to "Gaspipe confessions of a mafia boss". The author of that book presents a skewed and too kind picture of Anthony Casso. "The Brotherhoods", gives a more accurate picture. The 2 main characters are horrible human beings,but the story is a great listen. I just wish the narrator would pronounce Casso's name correctly. Drove me nuts! Get it,you won't be dissapointed. The Brotherhoods. An interesting book, but alot was repeated. This book could have been half the length it was. I would still recomend it to others. FANTASTIC There is only one word to describe this book...GREAT!!! I even purchased the hard cover so I would be able to follow along while listening. If you read only one book about the Mafia...THIS IS IT. I want to give special credit to William Oldham. He is the author that had the passion and drive to create a true story I could not believe. really interesting story performed by a bad reader I had listened to this book prior to purchase. This is a very interesting true crime book. I found the story compelling enough to overlook my dislike of the reader. I am not a fan of Dick Hill as a narrator. Listen to the sample before you buy. If this is a genre that you are into I highly recommend this book.

The World's 20 Worst Crimes Audiobook by Kate Kray

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kate Kray) — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 21:25:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The World's 20 Worst Crimes Subtitle: True Stories of 20 Killers and Their 1000 Victims Author: Kate Kray Narrator: Geoff Barham Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-16 Publisher: Prospero Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In this, the first book of its kind, Kate Kray, who married gangster Ronnie Kray, peers into the minds of the top 20 worst killers in criminal history and, sparing no detail, reveals the awful truth of their abominable acts. The extreme nature of their violence and their shocking lack of remorse makes for uncomfortable yet fascinating listening. From obsessive sexual predators and extreme sadists to cannibals and head hunters, each type of psychopath is examined, their crimes against life told with grim yet necessary frankness. Kate offers true insight into the deeply worrying motivations of what come to seem closer to monsters than humans, begging the question of whether such individuals can themselves be viewed as victims of troubled pasts or merely as exponents of pure evil. But be warned: these stories are not for the fainthearted.... Members Reviews: Ugh! Is there anything you would change about this book? Yes! The Narrator. While I can look over some of the annoying British mispronunciations and nicknames, (and there were a lot), the Narrator could at least familiarize himself with the proper pronunciations of everyday titles and objects. He pronounced Chi Omega as Chee Omeega! Do they not have Latin in the UK? There were others but too many to list! What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? I did like getting to know some of the less known facts of these cases. Would you be willing to try another one of Geoff Barhams performances? NO! Could you see The World's 20 Worst Crimes being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? Yes. Documentary series. Any additional comments? Seemed thrown together quickly. No mercy! Twenty killers, and their many many crimes, each laid out in stories of unbelievable brutality and the murderers with uncanny abilities to remain hidden. This is a book that will have you making sure your windows and doors are locked and nobody's inside that shouldn't be! Good International Coverage I thought this book had a lot of information and even a couple cases I hadn't heard of. The narration was good but with a few incorrect words (i.e. changing the killer or victim name in the same sentence). Disturbingly good read Disturbing but fascinating and definitely makes you think twice about keeping yourself and loved ones safe. After listening to these true stories, the death sentence should b brought back and swiftly implemented after conviction, and life should mean LIFE!!! Don't bother Familiar stories with little extra info, written extremely poorly, so much so that the wording was more cringeworthy than the crimes spine chilling Not helped by an irreverent delivery from a griff Rhys jones sound alike. The most heinous crimes delivered like an itv news "and finally....." 1st time I've been compelled to write a review Don't waste your money

How to Catch a Russian Spy Audiobook by Naveed Jamali, Ellis Henican

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Naveed Jamali) — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 08:13:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Catch a Russian Spy Subtitle: The True Story of an American Civilian Turned Self-Taught Double Agent Author: Naveed Jamali, Ellis Henican Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 126 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The fascinating story of a young American amateur who helped the FBI bust a Russian spy in New York - sold in 10 countries and in a major deal with 20th Century Fox. For three nerve-wracking years, Naveed Jamali spied on America for the Russians, trading thumb drives of sensitive technical data for envelopes of cash, selling out his own beloved country across noisy restaurant tables and in quiet parking lots. Or so the Russians believed. In fact this young American civilian was a covert double agent working with the FBI. The Cold War wasn't really over. It had just gone high tech. How to Catch a Russian Spy is the one-of-a-kind story of how one young man's post-college adventure became a real-life US counterintelligence coup. He had no previous counterespionage experience. Everything he knew about undercover work he'd learned from Miami Vice and Magnum PI reruns and movies like Ronin, Spy Game, and anything with Bond or Bourne in the title. And yet, hoping to gain experience to become a navy intelligence officer, he convinced the FBI and the Russians they could trust him. With charm, cunning, and a big load of naiveté, he matched wits with a veteran Russian military-intelligence officer who was recruiting spies on American soil, outmaneuvering the Russian spy and his secret-hungry superiors. Along the way Jamali and his FBI handlers cast a rare light on espionage activities at the Russian Mission to the United Nations in New York and earned a solid US win in the escalating hostilities between Moscow and Washington. Now Jamali reveals the whole engaging story behind his double-agent adventure - from coded signals on Craigslist to the Russian spy's propensity for Hooters' Buffalo wings. Cinematic, news-breaking, and wildly entertaining, How to Catch a Russian Spy is an armchair spy fantasy brought to life. Film rights sold to 20th Century Fox for director Marc Webb (The Amazing Spider-Man, 500 Days of Summer). Members Reviews: The whole book is a humblebrag. What did you like best about How to Catch a Russian Spy? What did you like least? You know when your friend studies abroad in Spain for 1 semester and then they come back really adamant about pronouncing Barcelona as "Barthelona" ? That's just a tiny fraction of this guy. You can hardly get to the story without him dropping random Master's degree's that his family has, random references to graduate student beloved writers, and name drops of esoteric post-modern authors. Sure, I understood because this was, moronically, the type of stuff I chose to study in college. But Man, this guy is SO over the top. It's like a guy struggling to bench press as much as he can to show you that he can. The story is totally 2nd to you understanding how cool and hip and urbane he is. He's so well read and dreamy....

Deadly Little Secrets Audiobook by Kathryn Casey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathryn Casey) — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 23:20:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Little Secrets Subtitle: The Minister, His Mistress, and a Heartless Texas Murder Author: Kathryn Casey Narrator: Gillian Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-13 Publisher: Kathryn Casey Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A man of God...driven by the devil To his parishioners, minister Matt Baker seemed a pious and good man. To his wife, Kari, he was a devoted husband and caring father. Always sunny and vivacious, Kari never questioned their frequent relocations from one small Texas Baptist church to another. Even when tragedy struck, Kari remained strong - until one day, inexplicably, she took her own life. To friends and family, Kari's suicide made no sense - and they struggled with questions they couldn't answer. Why couldn't Matt hold a job with any one church? Why did he cut off all contact with Kari's devastated parents soon after her death? And who was the blonde companion he began appearing with just days after the funeral? But it would take a team of investigators and dogged determination to bring Matt Baker's dark secrets to light - revealing a shocking history of lies, infidelity, cruelty, and sexual obsession that may have led a serial predator cloaked in God's word to commit murder. Members Reviews: Outrageous What did you love best about Deadly Little Secrets? Justice was served in the end. All the details aren't wrapped up with a bow, and the reader walks away knowing the road to recovery will be long for this family, but it was the best possible result. What was one of the most memorable moments of Deadly Little Secrets? I think the most memorable was Matt Baker when convicted and his mother shared a tight smile at the reception of the verdict. It was as if they were saying: "This isn't the end of this." Which scene was your favorite? A tale this sad doesn't really promote a favorite scene. The best I can do for this one is say that the best was when Kari's parents gained custody of her daughters with the plan of doing everything possible to get them the help they will need to recover. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I did listen to this all in one sitting, driving, walking, working. Any additional comments? If it weren't for Kari's parents, she would have seen no justice. Kudo's to them for having the courage to keep pushing for an answer. Preach on Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? A bit lengthy, this book could have been cut in half. I would say it I was killing time, no pun, this book was mediocre. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) Well with true crime nothing is shocking. What three words best describe Gillian Vances voice? Far too fast If this book were a movie would you go see it? No Any additional comments? Ann rule, by another name. Kathryn Casey is BAAAACK! I thoroughly enjoyed this true crime book by Kathryn Casey. She left enough details to keep you riveted, even providing new information during the custody trial rather than revealing everything all at the beginning and allowing us to slog through a boring trial or two. The narrator's voice was crisp and clear, as it was with A Descent into Hell... well worth the credit! GREAT TRUE CRIME BOOK. Would you listen to Deadly Little Secrets again? Why? YES. I REALLY ENJOYED THE STORY. AND IT DID NOT JUST END AT THE TRIAL. THE STORY CONTINEUED ON AND IT WAS QUITE COMPREHENSIVE. What did you like best about this story? THAT IT WAS SO WELL RESEARCHED.

Jack the Ripper and the Case for Scotland Yard's Prime Suspect Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert House) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 10:42:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jack the Ripper and the Case for Scotland Yard's Prime Suspect Author: Robert House, Roy Hazelwood (foreword) Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 100 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: An investigation into the man Scotland Yard thought (but couldn't prove) was Jack the Ripper.... Dozens of theories have attempted to resolve the mystery of the identity of Jack the Ripper, the world's most famous serial killer. Ripperologist Robert House contends that we may have known the answer all along. The head of Scotland Yard's Criminal Investigation Department at the time of the murders thought Aaron Kozminski was guilty, but he lacked the legal proof to convict him. By exploring Kozminski's life, House builds a strong circumstantial case against him, showing not only that he had means, motive, and opportunity, but also that he fit the general profile of a serial killer as defined by the FBI today. This book: Building a thorough and convincing case that completes the work begun by Scotland Yard more than a century ago, this book is essential listening for anyone who wants to know who really committed Jack the Ripper's heinous and unforgettable crimes. Members Reviews: A restrained and humane account Robert House presents a restrained and plausible reconstruction of the Whitechapel murders. His candidate for Jack the Ripper is Aaron Kosminski, a Polish Jew who was hospitalized for insanity not long after the Ripper's last and most vicious murder. The fact that the murders stopped around the same time Kosminski was put away is only one of many suggestive facts House presents. Kosminski was, in fact, on the CID's list of suspects. FBI profilers who have reviewed the case have concluded that the Ripper was a "disorganized lust murderer," a schizophrenic and psychopath; and have also identified Kosminski as the suspect most closely fitting that description. But House is careful to note that this is a matter of hunches and probabilities rather than certainties. Does he think Kosminski was the killer? Yes. Does he claim that he's proved it, and that the case is closed? No. Mostly what he tries to do in the book is explode some of the myths and mystique that have grown up around the case, and to demonstrate that the Ripper wasn't so much "good" as incredibly lucky. Joe Barrett's gravelly narration is perfect for the story. One possible pitfall is the variety of English and Irish accents he's called on to provide: I think they sound pretty good, but then again, I'm an American whose main experience of English accents is in other audiobooks. In any case, Barrett gives a consistently interesting performance, maintaining the pace of the narrative despite its legal and psychological complexities. And now, after a brief foray into the world of Ripperology - I watched two movies on the subject and read a Ripper-inspired novel while I was listening to this - it's time to put this topic back on the shelf. It's a disturbing and haunting subject, the terrain of nightmares and nausea. It's not so much that the women suffered: if the police surgeons were correct, they died very quickly, and what followed was not torture killing but the abuse of a corpse. What's disturbing is contemplating the mind of someone who would want to do that.

Deliver Us Audiobook by Kathryn Casey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathryn Casey) — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 05:38:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deliver Us Subtitle: Three Decades of Murder and Redemption in the Infamous I-45/Texas Killing Fields Author: Kathryn Casey Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 87 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Over a three-decade span, more than 20 women - many teenagers - died mysteriously in the small towns bordering Interstate 45, a 50-mile stretch of highway running from Houston to Galveston. The victims were strangled, shot, or savagely beaten. The day she vanished, Colette Wilson waited for her mother after band practice. Best friends Debbie Ackerman and Maria Johnson loved to surf and were last seen hitchhiking. Laura Kate Smither dreamed of becoming a ballerina and disappeared just weeks before her thirteenth birthday. In this harrowing true crime exposition, award-winning journalist Kathryn Casey tracks these tragic cases, investigates the evidence, interviews the suspects, and pulls back the cloak of secrecy in search of elusive answers. Critic Reviews: "Casey's vivid writing and dogged research establish her as one of the very best true crime writers in the business." (Carlton Stowers, author of Careless Whispers) Members Reviews: Creepy creepy creepy Well researched and bleeping chilling, this was very hard to put down. These stories very scary and terribly heartbreaking. After reading this one I'm inclined to watch my back, never park next to a van, never go running alone or EVER accept road assistance from a stranger. Lock the car doors and call AAA. Scary True Crime Mystery - Terrible Narration Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? No. This is a great story - lots of detail, names, and dates. In my opinion, some of the details get lost when you listen to it instead of reading it. What other book might you compare Deliver Us to and why? The Stranger Beside Me has a similar feel - the victims are not nameless, faceless shapes. The author gives us a glimpse into their lives prior to their deaths. The author also helps us understand how their murders affected their families. She helps us to care about everyone involved. How could the performance have been better? Tanya Eby has an amazing voice - it just isn't right for a story like this. At times, I felt like she hadn't read the story before narrating it. Some of the scenes she is describing are horrific and Eby sounds like she's narrating a Sweet Valley High novel. As far as characterization, that is nearly absent. Each character sounds the same. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? Learning more about these cases was interesting. Probably the most interesting section is the one that focuses on a young man who was (clearly) wrongfully accused of two of the murders by a corrupt police force. Great book! Would you listen to Deliver Us again? Why? Probably not. Not because it wasn't a great book, but I really don't usually go back and read/listen to books twice. What other book might you compare Deliver Us to and why? Not sure. Which scene was your favorite? The heartbreaking accounts of what the families were going through once their daughters went missing was very well written and researched. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? All of it. Any additional comments? Ok. So here is my only complaint. Tanya Eby did a great job with the narration, EXCEPT when she would go into a man's voice. No reason to lower your voice like 1/2 an octave. She sounded nothing like a man, and it just became annoying and ridiculous. Just use your normal voice. We know when it's a man talking.

The Terminal Spy Audiobook by Alan S. Cowell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan S. Cowell) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:30:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Terminal Spy Subtitle: A True Story of Espionage, Betrayal and Murder Author: Alan S. Cowell Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-08 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On November 1, 2006, Alexander Litvinenko sipped tea in London's Millennium Hotel. Hours later, the Russian former intelligence officer, who was sharply critical of Russian president Vladimir Putin, fell ill, and within days was rushed to the hospital. Fatally poisoned by a rare radioactive isotope slipped into his drink, Litvinenko issued a dramatic deathbed statement accusing Putin himself of engineering his murder. Alan S. Cowell, then London Bureau Chief of the New York Times, who covered the story from its inception, has written the definitive story of this assassination and of the profound international implications of this first act of nuclear terrorism. Who was Alexander Litvinenko? What had happened in Russia since the end of the cold war to make his life there untenable and in severe jeopardy, even in England, the country that had granted him asylum? And how did he really die? The life of Alexander Litvinenko provides a riveting narrative in its own right, culminating in an event that rang alarm bells among Western governments at the ease with which radioactive materials were deployed in a major Western capital to commit a unique crime. But it also evokes a wide range of other issues: Russia's lurch to authoritarianism, the return of the KGB to the Kremlin, the perils of a new cold war driven by Russia's oil riches, and Vladimir Putin's thirst for power. Critic Reviews: "[A] wholly engrossing and thought-provoking story of espionage and homicide." (Los Angeles Times) Members Reviews: Slow but gets there in the end. The initial part of the book is detailed and slow going but the story picks up when it gets to the hunt for the Polonium around London and into Europe. While it covers Russian politics and intrigue in great depth we are never really sure, even at the end, who, if anyone, authorized the poisoning but with such a full exposition of the background and facts the listener is well equipped to come to their own conclusion and realize why we may never know the full details of the story. The chapters regarding Polonium should be required reading for anyone involved in public safety. Polonium 210 I did enjoy the story, but the narrative seemed to all over the place. The instance of Litvinenko's death is foreshadowed more than a dozen times. This made the book seem really repetitive. Also the narrator's instance of calling Polonium 210 "two, one , oh" really got annoying. I have never heard it called that. Great news story A 5 star behind the scenes investigation on Russian politics. A well researched well narrated expose on Putin era assassination. How the billionaire oligarchs bought up England's prime real estate and put down roots while criticizing Putin's thug-like diplomacy. But one former KGB star spy just talked too much and was poisoned with a potent radioactive agent triggering an international murder investigation. Terrific tale. Excellent If you could sum up The Terminal Spy in three words, what would they be? I enjoyed the book very much. I like listening to Vance, he always does a great job. Have you listened to any of Simon Vances other performances before? How does this one compare? I have listened to many of his performances. This is an excellent one. Any additional comments? Great book, great performance.

She Wanted It All: A True Story of Sex, Murder, and a Texas Millionaire Audiobook by Kathryn Casey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathryn Casey) — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 01:06:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: She Wanted It All: A True Story of Sex, Murder, and a Texas Millionaire Author: Kathryn Casey Narrator: Moe Rock Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-06-13 Publisher: Kathryn Casey Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 110 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Trophy wife Celeste Beard wasn't satisfied with a luxurious lifestyle and her rich Austin media mogul husband's devotion - so she took his life! The wife: She wanted everything, but her husband stood in the way. The lesbian lover: A love-struck, middle-aged woman with a history of mental illness, she would do anything to set Celeste free. The beauty salon receptionist: Celeste hired her to tie up the loose ends ... in a second conspiracy to commit murder. Members Reviews: Great Story If you could sum up She Wanted It All: A True Story of Sex, Murder, and a Texas Millionaire in three words, what would they be? This was a really great book! It makes you feel happy, sad, and angry at different times throughout it. What other book might you compare She Wanted It All: A True Story of Sex, Murder, and a Texas Millionaire to and why? Kathryn Casey's other true crime books are quite similar to this one. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? The author's accents that she used for the different characters was a bit weird at times. This narrator needs a new career!! Decent story, with lots of details (although it dragged at times) but Ms. Rock's narration is the biggest crime in this story! Not only are her voice inflections ridiculously overdone (I had to increase the speed just to even listen without becoming totally distracted,) but the voices she invokes for the main characters - worse than nails on a chalkboard!! This one is definitely better in print. Horrible Narrator Story was good, although quite repetitive. Narrator was so bad I almost quit. She was like a really bad William Shatner impersonator, but minus any charm. Bizarre intonation / choppy. Every (I mean EVERY) female voice was a sort of gruff, slightly slurred, twangy sameness. A few words were mispronounced. Distracting to an extreme. Writing was fine. Nothing left out. Satisfying true crime. bad narration decently written story, though repetitive at times. hated the narrator! her portrayal of the characters really made it difficult to listen to and concentrate on the plot. Ruined by melodramatic reading This is an extremely well-written and well researched book, with a fascinating topic but it is ruined by the narrators decision to perform the event and his wife and a screeching, high-pitched baby voice that

The Road Out of Hell Audiobook by Anthony Flacco, Jerry Clark

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anthony Flacco) — Tue, 27 May 2014 02:21:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Road Out of Hell Subtitle: Sanford Clark and the True Story of the Wineville Murders Author: Anthony Flacco, Jerry Clark Narrator: Anthony Flacco Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 473 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: From 1926 to 1928, Gordon Stewart Northcott committed at least 20 murders on a chicken ranch outside of Los Angeles. His nephew, Sanford Clark, was held captive there from the age of 13 to 15, and was the sole surviving victim of the killing spree. Here, acclaimed crime writer Anthony Flacco - using never-before-heard information from Sanfords son, Jerry Clark - tells the real story behind the case that riveted the nation. Forced by Northcott to take part in the murders, Sanford carried tremendous guilt all his life. Yet despite his youth and the trauma, he helped gain some justice for the dead and their families by testifying at Northcotts trial, which led to his conviction and execution. It was a shocking story, but perhaps the most shocking part of all is the extraordinarily ordinary life Clark went on to live as a decorated WWII vet, a devoted husband of 55 years, a loving father, and a productive citizen. In dramatizing one of the darkest cases in American crime, Flacco constructs a riveting psychological drama about how Sanford was able to detoxify himself from the evil hed encountered, offering the ultimately redemptive story of one mans remarkable ability to survive a nightmare and emerge intact. Members Reviews: Heartbreaker If you could sum up The Road Out of Hell in three words, what would they be? Heartache, Courage, Inspiration. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Road Out of Hell? The most memorable moment in this story for me was the prosecuting attorney Kelly breaks up when he sees the extent of damage done to Sanford at the chicken ranch. As the narrator chokes out the words, portraying the emotion of Mr. Kelly it is impossible not to feel the level of hurt emotionally and physically of young Sanford. It is equally impossible not to feel the incredible compassion of Mr. Kelly. I am grateful for the narrator recognizing the need to relay this to the listener. What about Anthony Flaccos performance did you like? Mr. Flacco is of course the author of this book. As a result he understands how to convey the feelings of the individuals involved. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I did listen all in one sitting. Yes. The book is engaging, moving, horrifying and uplifting. Any additional comments? This is not simply a true crime novel written in a "just the facts ma'am" style. Although I find many of those interesting as well. This book is written with the focus on the victim more than a focus on the criminal. This book is not one for the squeamish. I would recommend this book but advise readers that the emotions exposed are raw. Overall compelling but lost momentum at the end This was an incredibly disturbing true crime story which at times was very difficult to listen to. In fact I had to take a break at times to deal with the terrible descriptions of abuse suffered by the narrator (the victim, Stanford Clark). But I kept going and am glad I did as the story was also a very compelling one and I really, really wanted to see justice served against the pepetrator of these horrific crimes. My only discontent with the book was that I thought it was a bit weak at the end. I would have liked it to focus more on the trial.

When Greed Turns Deadly Audiobook by Dixie Murphy

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dixie Murphy) — Tue, 09 Jul 2013 15:27:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Greed Turns Deadly Author: Dixie Murphy Narrator: Paul J. McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-13 Publisher: Dixie Murphy Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The two women found dead in their beds had been executed. There was no robbery, no sexual motivation, and the satanic writings and red candles found at the scene had been staged to throw investigators off track. The killer, or killers, just wanted the women dead! One of them, Betty Lou Gray, had been the primary target, while the other, a close friend, was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. From the beginning, the prime suspect was Betty Lou's husband Bill. A dominating and controlling husband, he had kept his wife penniless and almost in bondage for 28 years until, finally, she'd had enough and asked for a divorce. The obvious motivation was money, a $250,000 life insurance policy, and with his wife dead, there would be no splitting of assets in a divorce settlement. If he could succeed in hiding the insurance money and the pawnshop assets from his children, Bill Gray could become a rich man. It seemed an open and shut case, but it was not to be. In this true story, Dixie Murphy follows a trail of suspicion and intrigue, and reveals the virtually unprecedented means used to finally bring a murderer to justice. Members Reviews: Attention Murder Mystery Fans! What made the experience of listening to When Greed Turns Deadly the most enjoyable? That it was intriguing.. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? That it took the judicial system so long to convict Did Paul J. McSorley do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? Yes. By description and some repetitiveness of the character Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? How cold hearted he was. That he had no conscience even to his family Any additional comments? If you're a murder mystery fan this is the book for you! An intriguing story of a real life murderer and how slowly the judicial systems sometimes work. This book describes the long 5 years it took to convict this man of murder. It's hard to believe this is Dixie Murphy's first book as It is as well written as any established writer. The narrator is just so so but don't let that discourage you. Hopefully this will not be her last book...true or fictional! This book would make a great movie! Save your stars People Is there anything you would change about this book? I would remove half of the redundant material and then I would cut out anther 25 % percent of the nonsense and call the book decent. It is beyond repetitive which is not fun when it the characters are so one dimensional. Would you recommend When Greed Turns Deadly to your friends? Why or why not? Nope cannot say I would that would not be nice of me. What do you think the narrator could have done better? Yes I absolutely think the narrator could have been a better narrator. If this book were a movie would you go see it? I would not go anywhere to see this book if it were made into a movie; however I could stand a thirty minute forensic file on the matter. Any additional comments? I was shocked at all the five star reviews, either I downloaded a different version than the rest of the world or something is off here. Better off counting sheep What did you like best about When Greed Turns Deadly? What did you like least? I liked that the book had a conclusion. Would you be willing to try another book from Dixie Murphy? Why or why not? Nope, crime does not seem to be her subject, if you are looking to be bored to sleep, than this is your book. Did Paul J.

Poisoned Dreams Audiobook by A. W. Gray

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (A. W. Gray) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 23:07:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poisoned Dreams Subtitle: A True Story of Murder, Money, and Family Secrets Author: A. W. Gray Narrator: Jim Manchester Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 1991 Nancy Dillard Lyon, daughter of a powerful Dallas real estate tycoon, was murdered, poisoned with arsenic. Nancys brother became convinced her adulterous husband, Richard, was responsible. And so Richard was arrested, tried, and convicted - and sentenced to life in prison. But did the evidence support this conviction? Mystery novelist A. W. Gray made his nonfiction debut with this provocative true-crime account of sex, incest, infidelity, drugs, and murder - one that raises doubts about the justice that was served in this case. Members Reviews: DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME This is by far the worst book I have read. The narrator is HORRIBLE, into chapter 28 I am now ready not to list one more second

Doctor Dealer Audiobook by Mark Bowden

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Bowden) — Mon, 30 Dec 2013 08:59:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Doctor Dealer Subtitle: The Rise and Fall of an All-American Boy and His Multimillion-Dollar Cocaine Empire Author: Mark Bowden Narrator: Christopher Kipiniak Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 94 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Doctor Dealer is the story of Larry Lavin, a bright, charismatic young man who rose from his working-class upbringing to win a scholarship to a prestigious boarding school, earn Ivy League college and dental degrees, and buy his family a house in one of Philadelphia's most exclusive suburbs. But behind the facade of his success was a dark secret - at every step of the way he was building the foundation for a cocaine empire that would grow to generate over $60 million in annual sales. Award-winning journalist Mark Bowden tells the saga of Lavin's rise and fall with the gripping, novelistic narrative style that won him international acclaim as the author of the New York Times best-seller Black Hawk Down. Members Reviews: Awesome writing - horrible narrating Would you consider the audio edition of Doctor Dealer to be better than the print version? I have no way of knowing whether the print edition would be better than the audio, since I have not read the hardcopy to compare it with. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? It is just an extremely compelling story and to me, even the author's seeming desire to include every detail in no way detracts from the intense hold this book had on me, beginning to end. What didnt you like about Christopher Kipiniaks performance? What did I not like about the narrator? - where to begin! A pet peeve I have is when the narrator attempts to act out each character in the story, applying various accents, voices, etc. It just CANNOT BE DONE in any effective manner. It is just a means for the narrator to draw attention to himself, and away from the writing. This narrator is guilty in the first degree of this crime! And what a horrible job of it he did. But even on a different aspect, his straight reading was pitiful. He did not seem to have ever seen the pages before. He read very slowly and with a deliberate enunciation that might be more appropriate for kindergarden kids learning to associate the written word with the spoken word. There did not seem to be any professional aspect to this narrator's reading, in my opinion. I think he saved his attention for the dialogues, where at least he did apply some attention and effort to it, such as it was. But for the non-dialogue parts, it was quite difficult to "sit through" it so as not to miss out on the flow of the story, because of the flat, labored presentation of the writing. For me, that took discipline, even though I did find the entire book, details and all, intensely interesting. The narration just added, for me, a pall of anger over what should have been a thoroughly positive experience - the anger being over why the narrator had to insert himself into my enjoyment of just the book itself. The book was not written to be acted out - it is NOT A SCREENPLAY. It was written to be READ. It is amazing to me that quite a few narrators of audiobooks get away with hogging the action, as it were, when it seems the objective ought plainly to be READING the book. Why don't the people doing the hiring understand this point? Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? The story was incredible. And the authorship was so awesome that it was not at all hard to fathom how it happened that this one guy went from semi-normal kid to illicit drug kingpin over a short period of time.

True Crime: The Worlds Weirdest and Most Vicious Killers of All Time: True Crime Stories of the Sick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brody Clayton) — Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:28:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime: The Worlds Weirdest and Most Vicious Killers of All Time: True Crime Stories of the Sick Minded Killers Subtitle: Serial Killers True Crime, Book 2 Author: Brody Clayton Narrator: Chris Chappell Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-16 Publisher: Brody Clayton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: How would a mother feel if her young son became a victim of a notorious serial killer who had already killed more than 100 boys? Luis Alfredo Garavito raped and killed 140 youngsters in Colombia - each of these murders was verified, but they suspected there were more. He did the crimes alone, and for many years, he had escaped the law. How did the police capture "The Beast"? Would it drive you out of your mind if you claimed that you were wrongfully accused and yet you spent more than six decades in prison? William George Heirens was known as the Lipstick Killer, but apparently, his incarceration was filled with controversies. Did the police just use the 17 year old as their legal scapegoat, or was he truly guilty? To what extent can paranoid schizophrenia ruin a young man's mind? Herbert Mullin grew up in a loving family - he was well-educated, a gentleman, and a doe-eyed, soft-spoken young man, but he killed 13 people and claimed that he did it because he wanted to save California from an impending earthquake. Was his schizophrenia real, or was it just an escape route? Find out about all these and more when we comprehensively discuss three cases of gruesome killers. Here is a preview of what you'll learn: Members Reviews: Boringly written and read. Unfortunately I have to use twenty words to leave a review. The above caption says it all. Not enough detail. Like reading a newspaper article. Just factual. Don't waste your time. Fascinating stories with excellent narration All interesting stories of serial killers I had never heard of. Short and to the point. Includes all the important and interesting facts and skips on any less interesting details. I enjoyed the details on the motives and mindset of the killers instead of simply what they did. The narrator really sets the tone and brings you into the stories. Just the right tone and pace. Worth the listen!

Serial Killers 2 in 1 Box Set Audiobook by Kathleen Rivers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathleen Rivers) — Tue, 21 Mar 2017 01:17:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Serial Killers 2 in 1 Box Set Subtitle: True Crime Stories of Murder, Homicide, Horror, and Evil Author: Kathleen Rivers Narrator: Elizabeth Tebb Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Spyral Productions Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Warning: these books contain disturbing stories of true-life murder. Viewer discretion is advised. Serial killers have haunted the public imagination for hundreds of years. They have struck fear and terror into the collective consciousness for their gruesome and malicious crimes against humanity. What motivates them to commit these murders? How do people, who appear normal on the surface, manage to live secret lives of hedonism, psychosis, and bloodlust? These books will explore these issues, and many more, while providing detailed accounts of some of the most infamous serial killers in human history. Here is a preview of what's inside: Don't wait. Download your copy today! Members Reviews: Very interesting. If you like to read true crime books you need to read these. I enjoyed reading these books. These books aren't for the faint oh heart. Finally some new and old cases to read about! I've always been interested in the criminal mind. This book speaks of cases I've never heard about as well as a few that are infamous. Good read. Two Stars This book was written more like a paper for school.

Banquet of Consequences: A Juror's Plight Audiobook by Paul Sanders

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Sanders) — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:51:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Banquet of Consequences: A Juror's Plight Subtitle: The Carnation Murders Trial of Michele Anderson, Volume 1 Author: Paul Sanders Narrator: John Torrente Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-17 Publisher: Paul Sanders Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On Christmas Eve 2007, Judy and Wayne Anderson's daughter, Michele, and her boyfriend, Joseph McEnroe, arrived at their home for a family meal. Unbeknownst to them, their daughter was armed with a loaded 9 mm pistol, and McEnroe was carrying a .357 Magnum. Both parents were callously shot dead by the pair, and their bodies were hidden from view. Two and a half hours later, Michele's brother, Scott, his wife, Erica, and their two children, Olivia (5) and Nathan (3), arrived at the house. Within the hour they, too, had been pitilessly slain in an act of violence that was breathtaking in its scope and cruelty. With his highly anticipated third audiobook, Paul Sanders takes the listener inside every day of the trial of Michele Anderson, with his customary attention to detail, from December 2015 until March 2016. And in a unique digression from his other works, Sanders includes something he has never done before: an interview with one of the killers, Joseph McEnroe, at Walla Walla Penitentiary. Banquet of Consequences is the first of two books on what came to be known as the Carnation murders. Were the killings a premeditated act, or had the defendants acted in self-defense? And what of the deaths of Olivia and Nathan? Who shot them and why? It would not be an easy task for a jury to decide. Look for book two: The Carnation Murders, Beyond the Pale: Rogue Juror - the Joseph McEnroe Death Penalty Trial. Members Reviews: Good story, awful narrator! The author was very thorough, in fact, a little too thorough; he described the outfit of every witness, down to his tie. He also tended to dwell on the fact that he once served as a juror. I think it would have improved the story if some of the repetition had been edited out. I appreciate his sympathy for the victims, but I didn't need to hear all six of their names reiterated in every chapter. The narrator used a "sing song" cadence, especially when reading female dialogues. In spite of these drawbacks, it was a very interesting account of Michelle Anderson's trial for her part in the "Carnation" murders. THE PERFECT BEHIND THE SCENES TRUE CRIME.BOOK Where does Banquet of Consequences: A Juror's Plight rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? The most exciting true crime trial process I have ever read! What other book might you compare Banquet of Consequences: A Juror's Plight to and why? NO OTHER BOOK IN MY OVER A THOUSAND BOOK LIBRARY COMPARES TO THE PERFECTION OF THIS TEN STAR LOOK INTO THE ENTIRE TRIAL PROCESS COMPARES TO THIS BOOK! Which scene was your favorite? What is going on in the minds of most juries during a murder trial. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? One feels like a fly on the wall in and out of the jury room! Any additional comments? THIS IS A MUST READ FOR ANYONE INTERESTED IN HIGH PROFILE MURDER CASES. I COULD NOT STOP LISTENING AND HAD MY HEADSETS ON UNTIL MY EARS HURT. GET IT NOW. YOU WILL LOVE EVERYTHING INCLUDING GREAT NARATION. I loved it so much, I'm going to write to the author! Horrible narration The narrator is awful. He speaks extremely slowly and sounds ridiculous when he tries to mimic voices. The story is the recounting of a horrific crime but there is no mystery about it. It is about as suspenseful as reading court transcripts.

The Mammoth Book of the Jack the Ripper Audiobook by Maxim Jakubowski

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Maxim Jakubowski) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 17:13:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mammoth Book of the Jack the Ripper Author: Maxim Jakubowski Narrator: Kris Dyer Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: This audiobook focuses on the countless theories that have been put forward with regard to the identity of the notorious Victorian serial killer and offers an extensive section presenting all the known facts in the case. It includes 30 essays by the most famous, often controversial Ripperologists putting forward their own theories. It remains one of the few audiobooks to offer a series of alternative solutions to Jack the Ripper's identity and the truth behind the Whitechapel murders. But how many new theories and identities can researchers come up with? Members Reviews: All you ever wanted to know about Jack the Ripper Would you listen to The Mammoth Book of the Jack the Ripper Stories again? Why? I would listen again, particularly on a long drive, because I'm sure I missed some salient points by listening whilst sewing/doing housework/gardening. It would be good to listen without such distractions. What did you like best about this story? I enjoyed the various hypotheses - difficult to specify my particular favourite, as it would spoil the revelation - and had already read some of the books mentioned. Indeed, we once lived in Wilkes Street in London and Jack committed one of his gruesome murders at the end of that road - one of the reasons I became intrigued by the case. Have you listened to any of Kris Dyers other performances? How does this one compare? No If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Psychopath or conspiracy - consider the evidence . . . Any additional comments? A challenging read, particularly some if the descriptions of the injuries, but very thought-provoking with regard to the possible identity of Jack - or of the conspirators. A must for any ripperologist . This book reveals the opinions of some prominent ripperologists on some of the ripper suspects They all did it! What did you like most about The Mammoth Book of the Jack the Ripper? This book was fascinating. Like most people with a flirting knowledge of Jack the Ripper I am aware of the more outlandish theories of the case - royalty, mad doctor, conspiracy etc - and I enjoy the odd documentary if I catch it on TV but this is the first time I have truly listened to something with the desire to learn more. I had no idea there were so many honest to goodness REAL possibilities for the identity of the Ripper. Each author put their chosen suspect and accompanying argument across in such a way that I was truly convinced by the end of each essay that that person had done it. A bit frustrating I will admit but very eye opening at the same time. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Mammoth Book of the Jack the Ripper? One of the writers pulled the rug out from under us at the very end of their 'case'. Quite clever and funny to be honest. I don't want to spoil it so I won't say exactly what it was. Have you listened to any of Kris Dyers other performances? How does this one compare? No I haven't. But I wouldn't mind searching out some more of his work. Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? It was quite disturbing. After all it is dealing with the deaths - gruesome and barbaric - of real women.

Overkill Audiobook by Lyn Riddle

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lyn Riddle) — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 20:35:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Overkill Author: Lyn Riddle Narrator: Callie Beaulieu Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Laurie Show was as compassionate as she was hardworking. The outgoing high-school junior worked part-time to pay for the home she and her divorced mother shared. Yet she always had time to tutor friends struggling in school. And she befriended a dejected classmate after his traumatic breakup with his pregnant long-time girlfriend Michelle Lambert. But soon things spiraled into jealous obsession, stalking, and a brutal attack that left Laurie murdered in her own bedroom. And once Michelle started telling one lie too many, the ensuing investigation shattered a peaceful community. Noted crime writer Lyn Riddle also brings you the latest updates on Michelle Lambert, her accomplices, and those involved in this unforgettable case. Members Reviews: Better then I expected.. Sometimes with true crime books, they will sound very interesting in terms of the details regarding the particular crime. However, because the " who ,what where , when, why " are usually known prior to reading the book, it takes a good author to make it interesting enough to want to read ( or listen) to the book in its entirety, at least without getting bored. Unfortunately, there are not enough that fall in that category; this book however, is one of the few. I felt that the author stuck to the facts, and didn't overdue it on the backgrounds of the persons involved; which was the problem for me with the last true crime book I read "Pure Murder" by Corey Mitchell. I thought the testimony was interesting and didn't feel like trudging through slush to get through it. Overall, true crime buffs will enjoy it mand I would recommend this one. BORING. I don't think I have ever read a book that drags as much as this one . I just spent three hours listening to a ponderous description of where characters went to school, from Pre-K through high school. I might not mind it hottibly-- but the narration is also annoying. I'm so sorry. summarizing is a good thing I didn't want a word for word account of the trial. That made it very hard to follow. Truth is Stranger Than Fiction This book already had me hooked before a twist after the trials. Interesting read, and very good.

Lethal Guardian Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:49:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lethal Guardian Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: J. Charles Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: When Kim married Anson "Buzz" Clinton, 28, a former male exotic dancer deemed an unsuitable guardian by the Carpenter family, Beth Ann became obsessed with the idea that only his death could ensure that she and her parents would get custody of the child. On March 10, 1994, along a lonely stretch of road, Clinton was shot five times. His body was discovered by passing motorists. Misfit murderers.... Behind Clinton's death lay a bizarre murder-for-hire conspiracy that found privileged professionals and local misfits joined in a cold-blooded plot against an innocent man. This homicidal group included attorney Haiman Clein, 52. A husband, father, and successful businessman, Clein was Beth Ann Carpenter's boss - and also her sexually-obsessed, cocaine-snorting, murderously obedient lover. The paid killers were two buddies, organizer Joe Fremut and triggerman Mark Despres, who brought his 15-year-old son Christopher along for the hit. The aftermath of this brutal crime would set investigators and prosecutors on a long and twisted path strewn with lies, treachery, and deceit that would cross the Atlantic Ocean before finally bringing justice home. Critic Reviews: "A compelling narrative...entertaining and instructive." (Columbia Daily Tribune) Members Reviews: Lethal Guardian Way too much detail...Too many names and dates. I often lost track of who was who. Narrative too confusing This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? No one What was most disappointing about M. William Phelpss story? This would have been a good story, but it was all over the place in description of events and characters. Would you be willing to try another one of J. Charless performances? I have tried several of his performances. He is monotone. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Lethal Guardian? I would have assembled the entire book differently. and indepth story of beth carpenter Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? yes i would. Who was your favorite character and why? mark despres--not because he was likable. he was not. but he was such a rediculous person--especially as a parent i fond he held my interest. buzz clinton was the person i LIKED best. What about J. Charless performance did you like? it was fine but the audio had some problems...that is not the narator's fault. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? no but i did see the story on a tv show called "snapped" so i knew the story. this book goes in depth. despres made me groan with his rediculous ways. Any additional comments? i loved hearing so many towns in ct as i live there including my home town of greenwich, it is cool to hear so many towns in my state of which i am familiar with.

Fatal Friends, Deadly Neighbors Audiobook by Ann Rule

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ann Rule) — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:40:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fatal Friends, Deadly Neighbors Subtitle: And Other True Cases: Ann Rule's Crime Files, Book 16 Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Its a chilling reality that homicide investigators know all too well: the last face most murder victims see is not that of a stranger, but of someone familiar. Whether only an acquaintance or a trusted intimate, such killers share a common trait that triggers the downward spiral toward death for someone close to them: they are masters at hiding who they really are. Their clever masks let them appear safe, kind, and truthful. They are anything but - and almost no one can detect the murderous impulses buried deep in their psyches. These doomed relationships are the focus of Ann Rules 16th all-new Crime Files collection. In these shattering inside views of both headlined and little-known homicides, Rule speaks for vulnerable victims who relied on the wrong people. She begins with two startling novella-length investigations. In July 2011, a billionaires Coronado, California, mansion was the setting for two horrifying deaths only days apart - his young sons plunge from a balcony and his girlfriends ghastly hanging. What really happened? Baffling questions remain unanswered, as these cases were closed far too soon for hundreds of people; Rule looks at them now through the eyes of a relentless crime reporter. The second probe began in Utah when Susan Powell vanished in a 2009 blizzard. Her controlling husband, Josh, proved capable of a blind rage that was heartbreakingly fatal to his innocent small sons almost three years later in a tragedy that shocked America as the details unfolded. If anyone had detected the depth of depravity within Josh Powell, perhaps the family that loved and trusted him would have been saved. In these and seven other riveting cases, Ann Rule exposes the twisted truth behind the façades of Fatal Friends, Deadly Neighbors. Members Reviews: Needs Correction In the chapter "Double Death for The Kind Philanthropists" Ann Rule gets some important facts wrong. I've been in both the homes mentioned; where the murders took place and the neighboring Denny Mansion. The picture labeled: "the Bramhall's mansion and grounds" is incorrect. The picture is actually of the Rolland Denny mansion. This is arguably Seattle's most historically significant home; however it is not were the murders took place. Second, while mentioning the mansion's owners she states: "None of the neighbors, however, felt that the Bramhalls had had particular difficulties with the oddly dressed Moon followers......" Referring to Unification Church members, she seems to have made up something out of whole cloth. Unificationists have always had the practice of wearing the clothes of the prevailing culture where they reside. Only Read Half of Book Approximately one half of this book (the first 50%) is devoted to two recent news stories: Susan Powell and Lori Hacking - both from Utah, who disappeared and whose husbands were eventually found responsible for each woman's death. I love reading Ann Rule true crime mysteries, but I was not aware that a major portion of this book would be about two stories which had been played out for months and months in the press. As I wasn't interested in reading something I already knew most of the details about, I read only the last part of the book. The stories in the last part are Washington-based, not recent, and are shorter than the Powell and Hacking narratives.

The King of Sting Audiobook by Craig Glazer, Sal Manna

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Craig Glazer) — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 05:22:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The King of Sting Subtitle: The Amazing True Story of a Modern American Outlaw Author: Craig Glazer, Sal Manna Narrator: Robin Bloodworth Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Craig Glazer was an ordinary college student when he planned and successfully executed his first fake sting to get back at some drug dealers who had robbed him. The rush he got from the experience led him and a crew of 11 accomplices to mastermind a two-year, 33-sting spree that stretched coast to coast, posing as everything from local police to IRS agents and hotel managers. Glazer and Donald Woodbeck, his partner in crime, sniffed out some of the most sought-after drug lords in the country for the FBI and DEA like bloodhounds. For a while, the plan workeduntil Craigs world came crashing down. Editorial Reviews: After college student Craig Glazer was ripped off while trying to buy marijuana, he decided to plan and execute a fake sting to get back at the drug dealers who had robbed him. He walked away with $50,000 and, more importantly, a rush so intense that he embarked on a two-year spree of stings, aided by a crew of accomplices. Robin Bloodworth's confident, rough-around-the-edges voice believably conveys Glazer's addiction to the adrenaline rush of the outlaw lifestyle in this amazing true story. Scenes of violence and suspense unfurl through Bloodworth's intense peformance, and listeners will be on the edge of their seats as Glazer attempts the ultimate sting in Los Angeles, consequences be damned. Critic Reviews: A high-flying, adrenaline-filled story with the feel of the movie The Sting. (Booklist) Members Reviews: One of my Favorites Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes. For anyone that likes true crime and is intrigued by clever "bad guys", this is a great read. What was one of the most memorable moments of The King of Sting? The great thing about this book is that there was no ebb an flow leading to that peak. The whole book was a flow and it was all very memorable. What about Robin Bloodworths performance did you like? His voice an inflection was wonderful and he made the characters come alive. The were subtle differences to their voices and tones, without sounding overdone, which carried throughout the book. One of my favorite listens. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I think there were sad moments, but for the most part, this was about clever and even witty criminals ripping off other criminals. Boring This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I agreed with the reviewer above. To slow to get to the point of a story. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Boring Boring. The story is surprisingly boring and the narration is slow and smug. The books goes off on many tangents that slow down what little action there is. I couldn't get through it. The book I wished was better The story for most was brilliant but finished halfway through which was a shame for me

Halloween Mysteries: 9 Terrifying Stories That Took Place on Halloween Audiobook by Roger P. Mills

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Roger P. Mills) — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 04:27:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Halloween Mysteries: 9 Terrifying Stories That Took Place on Halloween Subtitle: True Tales: Scary Stories, Book 1 Author: Roger P. Mills Narrator: Tony Scheinman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-31-17 Publisher: Roger P. Mills Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: For most people, Halloween is a fun time. It's a time to dress up, go to parties and socialize with friends and family. A time to be deliciously but harmlessly frightened by stories about murder, mayhem and the supernatural. However, a significant part of the fun of Halloween is that it allows us to be scared without ever feeling really threatened or unsettled. After all, the stories we like to tell and watch and listen to at Halloween are just that, stories. No matter how scary they may be, we can always comfort ourselves with the knowledge that they aren't real.... However, I'm afraid that isn't true of any of the stories in this collection. These are all factual accounts of brutal murders, mysterious disappearances and unexplained deaths which happened at Halloween. You'll hear about children who vanished from their homes or strollers on Halloween. You will learn of brutal murders of men and women all of which took place during the fun and excitement of the 31st of October. And you will hear about people who simply vanished on Halloween, never to be seen again. If you want innocent Halloween scares, try a movie or a television show. If you want real, bloody, frightening, baffling Halloween mysteries, you're in the right place. Here Is a Preview of What's Inside: Scroll up and get this audiobook now! Members Reviews: True Unsolved Mysteries! I really liked these true collection of stories. Some of the stories in this collection were about murders that took place and others were about disappearances. Out of all the stories, a few of them still remain unsolved, which really makes you wonder what happened to the victims for them to become victims. All in all it was a pretty good read and I enjoyed reading all the stories. Three stars for this book. Decent overall I would honestly say that the true mysteries here are well written and researched. The writer does a good job of telling each event. My only problem with this book comes in the fact that half of the book is taken over by previews of his other books that are for sale. I really enjoyed reading it would definitely recommend it to anyone I ... Its that time of the year when you just have to get in the Halloween mood, and this book fits right in, the stories are well written and researched, I really enjoyed reading it would definitely recommend it to anyone I know who likes reading spooky mysteries. Pretty Scary Stories This book is really interesting with several new unheard of stories. I also liked the extra preview stories near the end of the book. Loved reading them and couldn't put the book away until finished. Easy to read and understand Very well written. Easy to read and understand. I was thinking it was cases that had been solved. But other than that I loved the book.

The Art of Making Money Audiobook by Jason Kersten

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jason Kersten) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:30:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of Making Money Subtitle: The Story of a Master Counterfeiter Author: Jason Kersten Narrator: Jim Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 06-11-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 82 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Eventually, a man named nicknamed DaVinci taught him the centuries-old art of counterfeiting. After a stint in jail, Williams emerged to discover that the Treasury Department had issued the most secure hundred-dollar bill ever created: the 1996 New Note. Williams spent months trying to defeat various security features before arriving at a bill so perfect that even law enforcement had difficulty distinguishing it from the real thing. Williams went on the print millions in counterfeit bills, selling them to criminal organizations and using them to fund cross-country spending sprees. Still unsatisfied, he went off in search of his long-lost father, setting in motion a chain of betrayals that would be his undoing. In The Art of Making Money, journalist Jason Kersten details how Williams painstakingly defeated the anti-forging features of the New Note, how Williams and his partner-in-crime wife converted fake bills into legitimate tender at shopping malls all over America, and how they stayed one step ahead of the Secret Service until trusting the wrong person brought them all down. A compulsively listenable story of how having it all is never enough, The Art of Making Money is a stirring portrait of the rise and inevitable fall of a modern-day criminal mastermind. Members Reviews: Riveting and compelling! A definite nail biter. Hollywood will probably make this into a movie one day. BTW the narrator is great too. Captivating Memoir A fascinating, exciting, and sad account of the life of a forger. I was enthralled the entire way through it was a great read! Mostly Boring & Unconvincing I found this book rather dull and disappointing. I could be wrong, but I found the overall description of the lead character unconvincing and not always credible. Most of the narrative just plods along, dwelling on mostly mundane details of uninteresting low-lifes and their purported crimes. Not worth the time or money, in my opinion. Not Too Bad. In my opinion, the Foul Language is lightly spread throughout the book. It's what you would expect street kids, criminals, and gangsters to talk like. The story is a interesting journey of this man's life. He delves into how he made the money, what materials & equipment he used, etc.. And we get into the consequences of doing this crime. Secret service, jail time, etc.. Overall, not too bad, and the foul language is not too often. Just lightly spread through the book. It's a good 9 hours of story. It moves along at a good pace. Trucker Sue, avid listener of audiobooks and podcasts. Interesting Tale like Catch me if you can Very interesting book. Nicely narrated. Nice story development. Sort of feel for the main character who is a real person. However, you also realize that he is a crook and not a very nice person and deserves everything good or bad that happens to him. Would recommend listening to "Catch me if you can" or watching that movie first - BEFORE listening to this book. It will just enhance this story more.

Mississippi Mud Audiobook by Edward Humes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Edward Humes) — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 02:02:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mississippi Mud Subtitle: Southern Justice and the Dixie Mafia Author: Edward Humes Narrator: Alex Paul Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 06-13-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Now updated with explosive courtroom details... The riveting true-crime account of the heartbreaking murder that shook a Southern city to its corrupt foundation Biloxi, Mississippi: After the fatal shooting of one of the citys most prominent couples - Vincent Sherry was a circuit court judge; his wife, Margaret, was running for mayor - their grief-stricken daughter came home to uncover the truth behind the crime that shocked a community and to follow leads that police seemed unable or unwilling to pursue. What Lynne Sposito soon discovered were bizarre connections to the Dixie Mafia, a predatory band of criminals who ran The Strip, Biloxis beachfront hub of sex, drugs, and sleaze. Armed with a savvy private eye - and a .357 Magnum - Lynne bravely entered a teeming underworld of merciless killers, ruthless con men, and venal politicians in order to bring her parents assassins to justice. Members Reviews: Good Book, Terrible Narration Would you try another book from Edward Humes and/or Alex Paul? I definitely like Edward Humes as a writer. Mississippi Mud is a basic, yet enjoyable True Crime book. I've seen TV coverage of the crime upon which the book is based over the years and found the book an entertaining addition to the TV coverage. Would you be willing to try another book from Edward Humes? Why or why not? I read Mississippi Mud years ago and liked it, so when I saw it available on Audible, I decided to purchase it because it's been updated - which not a lot of authors do when they release books in audio format that were published years back. This book is a basic, solid, true crime novel. How did the narrator detract from the book? This book wasn't an easy listen. Unfortunately, the narrator paused when he shouldn't have and the mispronunciations of names occurred through out the book. When the narrator mispronounced a name or word, sometimes he just went back and repeated the sentence. Where was the producer and/or editor when this occurred? This could've and should've have been worked out in production prior to publishing the Audible version. The performance really detracted from the overall experience. If this book were a movie would you go see it? A TV movie, yes, but a film? Likely, not. I have seen and read coverage of the case since the late 90s, so it would just be basic entertainment for me. Fact is always stranger than fiction It is worth the credit and the time if you are a true crime fan. If you know the area and the story from being in the area in the time frame it happened, you might learn some things you didnt know. My husband is from the area and we both recall when the events were unfolding, the gossip and guessing as to what really happened. Cant say we learned much new but it was interesting to get a chronological unfolding of the events and my heat broke for the Sherry kids. The story is weighted heavily toward Vince being more victim than a co-conspirator. What the family thought---- back then ------inside the family I married into------ was Vince was playing fast and loose with some dangerous people and his wife and kids paid for it. Once all was said and done..no one I know was surprised by the end result of who was guilty. The narrationyep..it is pretty bad. Not the narrator so much as his voice and cadence style is wrong for this story line.

The Mad Sculptor Audiobook by Harold Schechter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Harold Schechter) — Tue, 18 Feb 2014 19:54:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mad Sculptor Subtitle: The Maniac, the Model, and the Murder that Shook the Nation Author: Harold Schechter Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 311 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Beekman Place, once one of the most exclusive addresses in Manhattan, had a curious way of making it into the tabloids in the 1930s: SKYSCRAPER SLAYER, BEAUTY SLAIN IN BATHTUB read the headlines. On Easter Sunday in 1937, the discovery of a grisly triple homicide at Beekman Place would rock the neighborhood yet again - and enthrall the nation. The young man who committed these murders would come to be known in the annals of American crime as the Mad Sculptor. Caught up in the Easter Sunday slayings was a bizarre and sensationalistic cast of characters, seemingly cooked up in a tabloid editors overheated imagination. The charismatic perpetrator, Robert Irwin, was a brilliant young sculptor who had studied with some of the masters of the era. But with his genius also came a deeply disturbed psyche; Irwin was obsessed with sexual self-mutilation and was frequently overcome by outbursts of violent rage. Irwins primary victim, Veronica Gedeon, was a figure from the world of pulp fantasy - a stunning photographers model whose scandalous seminude pinups would titillate the public for weeks after her death. Irwins defense attorney, Samuel Leibowitz, was a courtroom celebrity with an unmatched record of acquittals and clients ranging from Al Capone to the Scottsboro Boys. And Dr. Fredric Wertham, psychiatrist and forensic scientist, befriended Irwin years before the murders and had predicted them in a public lecture months before the crime. Based on extensive research and archival records, The Mad Sculptor recounts the chilling story of the Easter Sunday murders - a case that sparked a nationwide manhunt and endures as one of the most engrossing American crime dramas of the 20th century. Harold Schechters masterly prose evokes the faded glory of post-Depression New York and the singular madness of a brilliant mind turned against itself. It will keep you riveted until the very end. Members Reviews: The Mad Sculptor Where does The Mad Sculptor rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? High but not highest. Who was your favorite character and why? I did not much care for any of the characters. Have you listened to any of Peter Berkrots other performances before? How does this one compare? No. The narrator is excellent. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? No. It is a straightforward story about a dastardly crime. As far as crimes go, not a particularly interesting one at that. Any additional comments? Technically, this is a good production. The story itself, however, is not all that interesting. I think the author could have gleaned material more piquant than included herein. Decent Experience, but rather jumbled This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? If I had to recommend this to a group of people it would be history/crime buffs who will listen to this with their undivided attention. If you give this book any less than 100%, at least in my experience, you quickly become lost. What could Harold Schechter have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? While to subject itself was rather interesting the actual book itself seemed to try and cover two related, but different topics.

Milat Audiobook by Clive Small, Tom Gilling

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clive Small) — Fri, 22 Jul 2016 23:04:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Milat Subtitle: Inside Australia's Biggest Manhunt - a Detective's Story Author: Clive Small, Tom Gilling Narrator: Peter Hosking Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-16 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A true insider's story of the backpacker murders from the detective who led the team that arrested Ivan Milat. Milat - the serial killer who preyed on young hitchhikers. The backpackers - the innocent victims of a brutal murderer. Belanglo - a place that became synonymous with pure evil. It was the biggest and most complex manhunt in Australian history, an investigation that gripped a nation. Behind the many false leads and dead ends, precious clues emerged that pointed to one man. This is the story of how Ivan Milat was caught. Clive Small takes us inside the operation he led as his team painstakingly pieced together the evidence that put Milat behind bars. But questions remain. Did he act alone? Were there other victims? How much did his family know? And what of his great-nephew, who brutally killed a young man in 2010? Chilling, forensic, compassionate - this is the definitive story that could only be told by someone at the centre of the police operation. It is also a powerful argument for the investigation of more than 100 unsolved murders. Members Reviews: A story poorly told. For such a dramatic story, this was one of the dullest, driest, and least organized. Fascinating What made the experience of listening to Milat the most enjoyable? Well read with fascinating detail and insight into what occurred behind the scenes, behind the headlines that we all read back then. I couldn't put this one down. Which scene did you most enjoy? Learning about the family involvement. Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Scared me a little. Any additional comments? A gruesome part of Australian history that people should know about. Milat is behind bars forever but I'd be more worried about certain family members. Intensely interesting If you've ever wanted to really know about Milat, then getting it straight from the investigators perspective is a great start. This is a great book. Well worth listening to. Part 1 focuses on Milat and is intensely interesting. Part 2 revolves around a Milat but diverges off into discussions of other unrelated yet noteworthy crimes in NSW. The discussion of those crimes in this book seems out of place. I recently listened to a podcast where NSW Police were ridiculed for their failure to act when the Paul Onions attack was reported. That criticism is just and accurate. Small brushes it off as though it was inconsequential and unlikely to have diverted Milat from his murderous journey. This is the standard rebuttal of a commissioned NSW Police Officer to criticism and its sad to see that style enter the literature. It does the book no favours. I would have like to have read more about Milat's motives. Why did he do it? Information from post arrest psychiatric analysis would be a great addition to the book. Other than this, it's entirely worth reading or listening too

Serial Killers True Crime: 13 Serial Killer Murder Stories of the '90s Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Daniel Brand) — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 11:48:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Serial Killers True Crime: 13 Serial Killer Murder Stories of the '90s Author: Daniel Brand Narrator: Karin Allers Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-17 Publisher: Tru Nobilis Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The 1990s was a time of great technological and social change in America, but it was also a time when monsters stalked the highways and byways of the country as well as, for the first time, the information super highway. If you love true tales of horror more chilling than anything the imagination can conceive, then Serial Killers True Crime:13 Serial Killer Murder Stories of the '90s is the audiobook you have been waiting for. Inside you will find a full graphic account of the exploits of monstrous individuals such as: Harvey Miguel Robinson has the dubious honor of being one of the youngest serial killers in American history, being just 18 when he was arrested for the crimes he had committed. Robinson killed two women and a teenager, in addition to trying to kill a child and the woman that would ultimately lead to his capture. Robinsons murder spree was the inspiration for the movie No One Could Protect Her starring Joanna Kerns as intended victim Denise Sam-Cali. Charles Edmund Cullen is a former nurse and the most prolific serial killer in the history of the East Coast, if not in all of American. He has confessed to killing more than 40 people during his time as a nurse, and subsequent interviews have indicated that the actual number could be far, far greater as he cannot remember names but can remember specifics of the events. All told, experts believe he may have killed as many as 400 people. Keith Hunter Jesperson killed at least 8 women during the early '90s and earned the moniker the Happy Face Killer from the smiley faces that he always included on his letters to the authorities as well as to the media. He typically targeted prostitutes as well as transients with no apparent rhyme or reason for the killings. He primarily killed his victims via strangulation, in much the same way he killed animals as a child. There was a movie made about his killing spree, Happy Face Killer, which premiered in 2014. David Parker Ray, more commonly known as the Toy-Box Killer, is believed to have kidnapped, tortured and murdered more than 60 people near the New Mexico-Arizona border over several decades. Ray would keep his victims in a trailer known as his toy-box which was exceedingly well equipped for all manner of sexual torture and murder. He was convicted of torture and kidnapping in 2001 and died incarcerated the very next year before he had a chance to confess to the full nature of his crimes. Inside you will learn all about the horrible life and times of: Members Reviews: five stars.. Most of the stories here I had already heard as they were national news at the time but a few I had not.

Den of Thieves Audiobook by James B. Stewart

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James B. Stewart) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:30:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Den of Thieves Author: James B. Stewart Narrator: John Hockenberry Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 06-05-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A number-one best seller from coast to coast, Den of Thieves tells, in masterfully reported detail, the full story of the insider-trading scandal that nearly destroyed Wall Street, the men who pulled it off, and the chase that finally brought them to justice. Pulitzer Prize-winner James B. Stewart shows for the first time how four of the biggest names on Wall Street - Michael Milken, Ivan Boesky, Martin Siegel, and Dennis Levine - created the greatest insider-trading ring in financial history and almost walked away with billions, until a team of downtrodden detectives triumphed over some of America's most expensive lawyers to bring this powerful quartet to justice. Based on secret grand-jury transcripts, interviews, and actual trading records, Den of Thieves weaves all the facts into an unforgettable narrative - a portrait of human nature, big business, and crime of unparalleled proportions. Members Reviews: Wish there was an unabridged version Typically I do read or listen to unabridged versions of books. However, I wanted to listen to this one and, since it's a little different from what I normally listen to, I felt like the abridged version would be just as good. And it WAS good, but I really wish there was an unabridged version! This felt too short to me; like I was probably missing some background facts. But, overall, I would recommend it. Abridged version does not do justice This is one of the great books, and the abridged books just doesnot build the story or the characters enough. Well told, but only one side of the story I enjoyed this, but, as is explored in books (and book reviews) elsewhere, this account is widely regarded as biased against certain participants, in a way many say is not borne out by the later proceedings and statements of such people as investigators and prosecutors. Some of it reportedly came from a witness singing to protect himself, whose account some other authors have taken issue with. I believe this book was based on certain limited sources and came out before all that was fully sifted out. For its sake, it is a good evocation of the era. The scandal, and some injustices allegedly done by zealous prosecutors, is mentioned in a couple of other major books about Goldman Sachs, one of whose execs was caught up in it. Michael Milken also has his passionate defenders who give quite a different slant on the story. Also, like "Liar's Poker," I am disappointed that only abridged versions are here. Sad ending The story was quick and to the point before you know it, must follow from beginning to end Fascinating! Would you listen to Den of Thieves again? Why? inside look at legalized corporate gambling. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? shows you just how little knowledge there is in the "good old boys club"

The Most Devious Killers of All Time Audiobook by Jack Smith

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Smith) — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 12:11:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Most Devious Killers of All Time Subtitle: Crafty Serial Killers Who Objectified Their Victims for Their Own Twisted Needs Author: Jack Smith Narrator: Charles D. Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-17 Publisher: Jack Smith Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Some of the things that the psychopaths featured in this audiobook did will chill your bones.... It can be hard to understand what some serial killers have done to their victims corpses because its just beyond unthinkable, and yet, it did actually happen. Be warned, this audiobook is not for the faint-hearted, and some people might find some descriptions very disturbing. Most of us dont see dead bodies very often, and while we encounter them for different reasons and have different reactions, very few of us indeed have ever looked upon the corpse of someone whose death weve caused. The act of killing, of destroying a life, is something most people would never consider. It can be hard enough putting down a sick pet or killing an animal for food. But a person? There are, of course, murderers who kill for money or vengeance. To them, a dead body is an inconvenience, an unavoidable but undesirable concomitant of the killing. Their objective is to end a life, not to produce a corpse. But then, there are other killers, men and women who kill not just because they desire the death of their victims but because they need their bodies. They are necrophiliacs who have sexual relations with corpses. They are cannibals who consume the flesh of the dead. And there are some who go beyond that. They treat the human corpse like a farmer would treat the carcass of chickens, a butcher a cow, a hunter a deer. They use the human body to make things - food, decorations, and even more utilitarian items. Totally devious and beyond belief.... Some of the cases youll find in this audiobook include: Members Reviews: Dead Mens Quilt . . . If the morbid and macabre aspect of true crime fascinates you - then look no further!! This little book focuses on JUST that. And who did what *creepy* thing with their victims bodies. WITH full descriptions. Oh yes. Lock the doors and turn on every light in the house eerie. If I could give this narrator 10 stars, I would! Lol! His narration was PERFECTLY sinister - and SO well suited for this narration! He really got into this, and made it sound even MORE diabolical. I love this guy. Hahahaaa. A nice treat for in between credits that won't take a big bite out of you!

The Murder of Sal Mineo Audiobook by Amy Duncan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Duncan) — Mon, 15 May 2017 04:57:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Murder of Sal Mineo Author: Amy Duncan Narrator: Roger Wood Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-15-17 Publisher: Amy Duncan Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: "Being in the same room with him and looking at him, I realized that one day I would be in the same position as he, facing death. Before it happens I mean to do the things I want to do. I will not end up saying I wish I had." When Sal Mineo said those words about his dying father, nobody could have predicted that just four short years later, he would himself be facing death. Members Reviews: An eye-opener about Sal Mineo's murder Previously I knew only that Sal Mineo was killed in the course of a robbery. This story, however, outlined the rise and decline of the actor's career. As a teenager, Sal Mineo was one of my favorites with his angelic Italian face. I was unaware of his stage role with Yul Brynner, another of my favorite actors. It's tragic that he was rejected because of his sexual identity, but I remember the puritanical views of that era. Many homosexual actors of the time kept their sexual preferences under wraps so they could continue working. When they were revealed, the public felt betrayed. 3 A good actor gone too soon I never knew much about Sal Mineo until I read this book. He had a very good life, something that should never be taken for granted. Unfortunately it all ended too soon. Hollywood put a permanent mark on him, due to his sexual preference. In my opinion, if that didn't happen, he would still be alive today. Amy Duncan wrote this biography very well. I can definitely justify a recommendation. The Murder of Sal Mineo Very interesting reading this short story about Sal Mineo, who I admired in his movie career! I wish there was a lot more information to write and therefore read about this gentleman. I would wish others to at least read this too brief story for it may give someone the idea and opportunity to publish an actual book about Mr. Mineo.. Interesting This was an interesting true crime story and I found it really fascinating. I really hadn't know much about this individual and his story was extremely sad. Great mini book about Mineo case Great mini book about the murder of Sal Mineo

Murder, New England Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 18:28:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder, New England Subtitle: A Historical Collection of Killer True-Crime Tales Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: M. William Phelps, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: True tales of murder in New England, from the colonial period to today, chronicled by a true-crime master, New York Times best-selling author, and star of Investigation Discoverys new television show Dark Minds. Members Reviews: Variety is the spice! Great stories; great detail;,great narration. M. William Phelps knows how to pique and sustain the reader's interest. Buy it! Good listen. Would you consider the audio edition of Murder, New England to be better than the print version? Haven't read it. What was one of the most memorable moments of Murder, New England? Hard to choose with so many different stories. Which character as performed by Kevin Pierce was your favorite? Same as above Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I was on a long trip,so yes. Any additional comments? This is good if you like several stories at one time. I prefer on good true crime, so I get all the details.

Into Their Own Hands Audiobook by Gary Provost

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gary Provost) — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 07:49:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Into Their Own Hands Subtitle: Shocking True Stories of Citizens Who Took the Law into Their Own Hands Author: Gary Provost Narrator: Arthur Flavell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-17 Publisher: Crossroad Press Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: An eye for an eye. They are battered women, grieving parents, and burglarized homeowners who responded to criminal violence by taking the law into their own hands. Their cases have struck a deep chord in American society. Are they victims of a failing judicial system or criminals themselves? True crime writer Gary Provost examines the stories of ordinary citizens who have taken on the roles of judge, jury and - sometimes - executioner. Are their acts a higher form of justice...or merely revenge? You decide: Members Reviews: True Crime Fairly good book about people who take revenge for a crime or try to help victims of a crime. It has some interesting stories, and the author tries to make the point that vigilantism is not usually a good idea. Interesting This book is heavy on commentary and relatively light on âtrue stories,â most of which are quite brief. Itâs thought provoking, but I feel like I got a bait and switch. Shocking True Stories of Citizens Who Took the Law Into Their Own Hands This book is ok., that doesn't mean it is not worth buying and then reading from cover to cover, it just means it would not be my first choice of reading material. I enjoy reading a great true crime book and this one unfortunately doesn't quite make that standard. Recommend Very comfortable just a little difficult to put on Orr I should say tighten enough by yourself seeing the strap comes off..

Lizzie Borden Audiobook by Elizabeth Engstrom

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elizabeth Engstrom) — Mon, 18 May 2015 19:43:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lizzie Borden Author: Elizabeth Engstrom Narrator: Rozanne Devine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-15 Publisher: Elizabeth Engstrom Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A hundred years ago, it was the trial of the century. A young woman stood accused of brutally murdering her father and stepmother in a crime so heinous that it became a benchmark in human tragedy. A hundred years later, the Lizzie Borden case still resounds in the imagination. There are those who staunchly defend Lizzie's innocence while others vehemently declare that she did it and that the murder was justified. In Elizabeth Engstrom's brilliant novel, the dark psychology of the Borden household is laid bare. Lizzie; her sister, Emma, and their parents, Andrew and Abby Borden, are sharply illuminated - as are the paranoia and concealed hatred that secretly ruled the family. Domestic violence and dysfunctional families are not inventions of modern times. Members Reviews: The story captured my imagination Would you listen to Lizzie Borden again? Why? Engstrom created believable characters, and a compelling plot, creating a psychological image of Lizzie that is both fascinating and creepy. Devine's reading was perfect and worth a re-listen. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? The development of Lizzie's character. I liked her, felt sorry for her, and was repulsed by her. What does Rozanne Devine bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The voice nuances enabled me to 'see' the people and places. Devine's reading also made me sweat along with everyone in the novel. The "two" Lizzies were enhanced by the narration. If you could give Lizzie Borden a new subtitle, what would it be? A Result of Lovelessness It's a Novel, Not a Biography As a work of fiction, with the tentpoles of a true story, I thought it was quite inventive. I found the story compelling and the characters well thought out and interesting. She filled in a lot of unknowns with true imagination. Not as good as I wanted it to be... This book is alright, but not as good as I was hoping. The storyline moved along pretty slowly and sometimes it was downright boring. I have always been a fan of the Lizzy Borden story and was hoping for a little more interesting, (exciting) twist on this telling of it.

A Wilderness of Error Audiobook by Errol Morris

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Errol Morris) — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 04:16:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Wilderness of Error Subtitle: The Trials of Jeffrey MacDonald Author: Errol Morris Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 146 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Early on the morning of February 17, 1970, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, a Green Beret doctor named Jeffrey MacDonald called the police for help. When the officers arrived at his home they found the bloody and battered bodies of MacDonald's pregnant wife and two young daughters. The word "pig" was written in blood on the headboard in the master bedroom. As MacDonald was being loaded into the ambulance, he accused a band of drug-crazed hippies of the crime. So began one of the most notorious and mysterious murder cases of the 20th century. Jeffrey MacDonald was finally convicted in 1979 and remains in prison today. Since then a number of best-selling books - including Joe McGinniss's Fatal Vision and Janet Malcolm's The Journalist and the Murderer, along with a blockbuster television miniseries - have attempted to solve the MacDonald case and explain what it all means. In A Wilderness of Error, Errol Morris, who has been investigating the case for nearly two decades, reveals that almost everything we know about that case is ultimately flawed, and an innocent man may be behind bars. In a masterful reinvention of the true-crime thriller, Morris looks behind the haze of myth that still surrounds these murders. Drawing on court transcripts, lab reports, and original interviews, Morris brings a complete 40-year history back to life and demonstrates how our often desperate attempts to understand and explain an ambiguous reality can overwhelm the facts. A Wilderness of Error allows the listener to explore the case as a detective might, by confronting the evidence as if for the first time. Along the way Morris poses bracing questions about the nature of proof, criminal justice, and the media, and argues that MacDonald has been condemned not only to prison, but also to the stories that have been created around him. In this profoundly original meditation on truth and justice, Errol Morris reopens a famous closed case and reveals that, 40 years after the murder of MacDonald's family, we still have no proof of his guilt. Critic Reviews: "Bound to be in demand." ( Library Journal) Members Reviews: Errol writes like he directs. Methodical and fair. I still don't know who killed the family. But I know the trial was a farce. Word. Rocked My World Any additional comments? I was always convinced Macdonald was guilty. 100%, no question. The first half of the book didn't impress me. It seemed as if if Morris was just content to spout philosophy. He brings the jackhammer down in the second half and I'm still astonished at the lack of info regarding the Macdonald case I had no idea existed. I doubt Macdonalds guilt but, even if I didn't, the things that occurred during his trials frighten me in the sense that this judicial malfeasance could actually occur in my lifetime. Can't get my 2 hour back. What disappointed you about A Wilderness of Error? The author writing is very fragmented. To me it does not feel like a book. There is no build up to the setting or character development. It goes from 3rd person account to 1st person account. One sentence it is author telling a story, another sentence, he is telling it from the main character point of view. I tried so hard to listen, but after 2 hours, I just gave up. Author have some kind of fascination with the Poet Edgar Allan Poe. he keeps quoting it like every 5 minutes.

The Long Shadow of Small Ghosts Audiobook by Laura Tillman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Laura Tillman) — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 07:35:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Long Shadow of Small Ghosts Subtitle: Murder and Memory in an American City Author: Laura Tillman Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 89 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In Cold Blood meets Adrian Nicole LeBlanc's Random Family: a harrowing, profoundly personal investigation of the causes, effects, and communal toll of a deeply troubling crime - the brutal murder of three young children by their parents in the border city of Brownsville, Texas. On March 11, 2003, in Brownsville, Texas - one of America's poorest cities - John Allen Rubio and Angela Camacho murdered their three young children. The apartment building in which the brutal crimes took place was already run down, and in their aftermath a consensus developed in the community that it should be destroyed. It was a place, neighbors felt, that was plagued by spiritual cancer. In 2008 journalist Laura Tillman covered the story for The Brownsville Herald. The questions it raised haunted her, particularly one asked by the sole member of the city's Heritage Council to oppose demolition: Is there any such thing as an evil building? Her investigation took her far beyond that question, revealing the nature of the toll that the crime exacted on a city already wracked with poverty. It sprawled into a six-year inquiry into the larger significance of such acts, ones so difficult to imagine or explain that their perpetrators are often dismissed as monsters alien to humanity. With meticulous attention and stunning compassion, Tillman surveyed those surrounding the crimes, speaking with the lawyers who tried the case, the family's neighbors and relatives and teachers, even one of the murderers: John Allen Rubio himself, whom she corresponded with for years and ultimately met in person. The result is a brilliant exploration of some of our age's most important social issues, from poverty to mental illness to the death penalty, and a beautiful, profound meditation on the truly human forces that drive them. It is disturbing, insightful, and mesmerizing in equal measure. Members Reviews: Far more than I bargained for. I'm a recovering journalist and am drawn to stories about reporting the news. I have images etched in my mind that I'll never forget. Laura Tillman's book takes the reader beyond the ten to 14 inches that a print reporter is allowed to cover a news story. It takes you beyond the who, what, where and when and into the why: not only why people kill, but why people have to judge. Tillman's mind is like a rock tumbler. The sharp-edged details are sanded and polished. The end result is something more clearly seen, knowable, and truer than truth. Julia Whelan's narration is perfect for this work. It is musing and contemplative and is an excellent vehicle for the author's perceptions. Good throughout, Whelan is exceptional in her conveyance of the final chapter. good book I listened to this in one setting. I like the way the author presents this story. Disappointed This book talks more about Brownsville then the crime or even the family. This is a history book of Brownsville, TX Okay The story is good. I liked that she made it about the community as a whole. The author used powerful imagery, and good structure for how the chapters are divided. I did not like the anti-death penalty tangent she went on. For someone that seems to give such a balanced perspective on each issue in the rest of the book, she ruined the overall effect in that chapter, choosing to focus on the quotes of those against the death penalty.

Chris & Nancy Audiobook by Irvin Muchnick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Irvin Muchnick) — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 06:51:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chris & Nancy Subtitle: The True Story of the Benoit Murder-Suicide and Pro Wrestling's Cocktail of Death Author: Irvin Muchnick Narrator: Richard Tatum Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 02-11-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Exploring the steroid-fueled world of professional wrestling, this riveting chronicle lays bare the devastating events that led to the 2007 murder-suicide of Chris Benoit, his wife Nancy, and their seven-year-old son, Daniel. Benoit's performance-enhancing drug addiction - massive amounts of doctor-prescribed human growth hormone were found in Benoits home - and subsequent suicide proved to be the tipping point for the professional wrestling world, resulting in unprecedented scrutiny of the sports subpar health and safety standards. Using public records, dozen of interviews with those inside and outside of wrestling, and investigative results, this authoritative analysis provides an uncompromising look at the price athletes pay in this rough-and-tumble world. Members Reviews: The author has an axe to grind. Would you try another book from Irvin Muchnick and/or Richard Tatum? No. Muchnick puts more effort into pointing fingers at the WWE rather than focusing on objectively describing the Benoit tragedy as a whole. Very disappointed. Would you ever listen to anything by Irvin Muchnick again? Based on his biased handling of this subject, I can't trust his opinions. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Chris & Nancy? The author's preamble was far too lengthy. Any additional comments? If you're looking for objective coverage of the Benoit story, this is not for you. The author spends endless time guessing what the WWE knew. You can get more unbiased details from Wikipedia. Great News Coverage and Unreported Info Where does Chris & Nancy rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is one of the better non-fiction audiobooks in my library right now. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? Though the case was just in 2007, among the media circus it was difficult to figure out what exactly happened at the time. This book is a good run down of what happened, and some other info that wasn't prominently reported. What about Richard Tatums performance did you like? His reading was great and thorough. The book was mostly investigative, and the reader was very good at reading it in a neutral tone without being completely boring. He added good emphasis to make certain point clearer. Any additional comments? There is some bias in the reporting, but the author is good to note that those points are speculative, either his own or someone else's. Great Factual Details, Dumb Conspiracy What did you like best about Chris & Nancy? What did you like least? I liked the details explained through the history of events, which were presented fairly despite the Author's bias against pro wrestling and especially WWE. The portions I did not like were the Author's inability to let his bias go and the poor presentation that a conspiracy exists. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) As the book was based on true events (with some spin by the Author), there were no surprises at the ending. Would you listen to another book narrated by Richard Tatum? Yes If this book were a movie would you go see it? I would not have an interest in watching a movie about this book or about the events in this book, but I know there has been ideas pitched for making a movie about Benoit.

Darkest Waters (True Crime Box Set): Notorious USA Audiobook by Katherine Ramsland

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Katherine Ramsland) — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:04:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Darkest Waters (True Crime Box Set): Notorious USA Author: Katherine Ramsland Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 66 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Welcome to the latest box set in the New York Times best-selling series of stories about America's most notorious criminals. For DARKEST WATERS, Wall Street Journal best-selling author Katherine Ramsland is the perfect guide to the famous and not so famous cases that still haunt the states huddled around the Great Lakes. Say hello to Notorious USA! Dr. Ramsland is one of the best in the business and here she takes readers on a journey through darkness with insight and clarity. With this box set, the acclaimed crime author set her sights on Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Illinois. Any state that contains a large city will yield many crime stories. Chicago has certainly had its share. With the impact of gangsters, Prohibition, and a few creative serial killers, this city has it all. But murder happens in smaller towns, too, because greed, depravity, and jealousy exist everywhere. Indiana or the "Hoosier State" has its share of serial killers, from pig farmers to nurses to psychopathic businessmen. Indiana also hosted a historic murder that decimated the Midwestern Ku Klux Klan. With Katherine as your guide, you'll meet a kid who watched too much TV, a woman who sent "company" to heaven for her deceased husband, and a cop who fought to clear his name and identify the real killer of his wife and kids. And much, much more. We've included maps of each state and a photo archive so you can see what these infamous people look like. Don't miss Bodies of Evidence, Notorious USA's first box set and New York Times best-selling collection about the criminals from my neck of the woods (the Pacific Northwest). Members Reviews: Dinner At The Serial Killer Buffet! This was fantastic! Wooeeee, I loved it. An *awesome* True Crime sampler - A nice mix of older, newer, and historic crimes. Each murder case covered is roughly 10 minutes or less long, giving you the basic "meat and potatoes" version (gory details included). As a crime buff, I was familiar with maybe half of these stories (very well known), but I loved hearing about them again. I found myself saying "ohhh yeaaa, I remember THAT one" with a slight sense of nostalgia at hearing several that I had almost forgotten about. There was also still quite a lot that were totally new to me as well...so it was the perfect combo! A couple of the stories in particular, I will persue further reading on, THATS for sure. Dang! This is THE perfect crimer-primer for someone who wants to sit down at the serial killer buffet table, and grab a BIG full plate to chew on. A few of the details mentioned in some of the cases, I *think* may be somewhat off a bit, but that's okay. There was additional new info that I DIDNT previously know about in others, so I'm more than satisfied with my tasty meal. Yessiree. I wrongly assumed that any sort of "collection" just had to be horrible. But I took a gamble on this one and am SOoo glad that I did. Saw this book was listed for free on Amazon - got it - and then did the "add narration for $1.99" offer (I prefer audio anyway!). With Kevin Pierce narrating, are you kidding me? I couldn't check the yes box any faster. Talk about getting bang for the buck (okay, two bucks)!!! I will never again roll my eyes with disdain at seeing a collection or compilation listed, I swear. Going to look for another one right now in fact.

The Last Narco Audiobook by Malcolm Beith

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Malcolm Beith) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:46:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Narco Subtitle: Inside the Hunt for El Chapo, the World's Most-Wanted Drug Lord Author: Malcolm Beith Narrator: John Allen Nelson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 90 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The dense hills of Sinaloa, Mexico, are home to the most powerful drug lord since Pablo Escobar: Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. Responsible for uncountable murders since taking charge of the Sinaloa cartel in the 1990s, and a central figure in the recent surge in drug-related violence and bloodshed, Guzman is among the world's ten most wanted men - and also appeared on Forbes magazine's 2009 billionaire list. With his massive wealth, his army of professional killers, and a network of informants that reaches into the highest levels of government, catching Guzman was considered impossible - until now. The all-out war between the Mexican cartels has isolated Guzman from former partners at the same time that the Mexican government has intensified its fight to restore order and end the terror. With El Chapo vulnerable as never before, Mexican and DEA authorities are closing in, and journalist Malcolm Beith, a Newsweek contributor who has spent years reporting on the drug wars, follows the chase with full access to senior officials and exclusive interviews with soldiers and drug traffickers in the region, including members of Guzman's cartel. The Last Narco combines fearless reporting with the story of El Chapo's legendary rise from a poor farming family to the "capo" of the world's largest drug empire. The Last Narco is an essential book about one of the most pressing and dramatic stories in the news today. Critic Reviews: "Courageous, gritty, and gripping." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Informative yet unintentionally hilarious If you're a fan of Killing Pablo type journalism, you will most likely find this informative, but the narrator's attempts at a Mexican dialect are just horrible and made me laugh out loud. He comes off sounding more Chinese than Mexican, and considering how many talented Latino and Latina actors there are -- or even Anglos who can execute a passable accent -- if I was Hispanic I think I might be slighlty offended. Sorry, John Alen Nelson, you have a fine voice and all, but a man's gotta know his limitations. Or as you might call them, "Lee-ma-tay-chuns." Wow! Great story. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? El Chapo made the Forbes billionaire's list. He stayed (partied) for several years in a Mexican prison -- until he was supposed to be extradited to the USA. Suddenly he disappeared. He has been on the run for over 10 years -- with a $7million reward for his capture (US and Mexico). Where did he come from (poor poor)? How did he rise? Who are the other players in the story? I have lived in Mexico for several years (close to the prison he escaped from). El Chapo is a mystery. It was interesting to get the details behind the story, as well as the other narcos involved. It was also interesting to hear the details of El Chapo's time in prison. He was captured in 1993 and escaped in 2001. What about John Allen Nelsons performance did you like? The complaints about his spanish accent, almost kept me from getting the book. I can promise that these complaints were very exaggerated. In no way does the narrator distract from the story. I have listened to the book twice, and I can understand why he has narrated so many books. He is good.

Blind Eye Audiobook by James B. Stewart

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James B. Stewart) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:52:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blind Eye Author: James B. Stewart Narrator: Boyd Gaines Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 06-05-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: At once a gripping read and a hard-hitting look at the inner workings of the American medical system, Blind Eye describes a professional hierarchy in which doctors repeatedly accept the word of fellow physicians over that of nurses, hospital employees, and patients - even as horrible truths begin to emerge. With the prodigious investigative reporting that has defined his Pulitzer Prize-winning career, James B. Stewart has tracked down survivors, relatives of victims, and shaken coworkers to unearth the evidence that may finally lead to Swango's conviction. Combining meticulous research with spellbinding prose, Stewart has written a shocking chronicle of a psychopathic doctor and of the medical establishment that chose to turn a blind eye on his criminal activities. Members Reviews: Abridgement Since I have to deal with physicians, credentialing and the process that might have caught up with Swango - it was interesting. BUT, it suffered in the abridgement. very fascinating book Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes - this book is tells such an interesting story about how a serial killer got his start and how he was successful for a number of years. Would love an updated version that tells audiences how the story finally ends. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? It's amazing the number of times the guy was able to get a job without any kind of reference or back ground checks. That was the scariest part! Any additional comments? The only thing is that I didn't realize it was abridged. I don't know how much was left out from the original. Wow. Unbelievable Great true crime about a doctor who got away with murder. Will terrify those going to the hospital. Decent story. Good Narrator. Interesting story but told In such a detailed manner. It was lost. Would've enjoyed first person view of story Blind Eye Initially I was disappointed with the quality of this audiobook, but once having got used to that, the story itself is gripping, and shocking. Brace yourself for the initial few minutes of sound quality, and then sit back, listen, and be afraid....particularly if you are going into hospital any time soon!

Blue Lives Matter: In the Line of Duty Audiobook by Robert Schirn, Steve Cooley

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Schirn) — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 06:00:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blue Lives Matter: In the Line of Duty Author: Robert Schirn, Steve Cooley Narrator: Doug Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Blue Lives Matter is a audiobook that explores the line-of-duty deaths suffered by the law enforcement blue family. This audiobook examines the deaths of eight police officers and one police canine in Los Angeles County. The chapters portray the fallen officers and the canine as true heroes who each made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The cases include the murder of two officers solved over 40 years later; an officer murdered in front of his young son; two officers kidnapped and taken to an onion field where one officer is executed; an undercover officer murdered during a multi-million dollar drug transaction; an off-duty officer murdered by two gang members while riding his bicycle; and a cop-killer who fled to Mexico to avoid prosecution. Co-authors Steve Cooley and Bob Schirn discuss each case in detail. Each chapter discusses the incident that cost the officer his life. The court proceedings are reviewed, including victim impact testimony of the effect of the officer's death on family members and fellow officers. A "lessons learned" segment in each chapter is designed to increase officer safety and awareness of dangerous situations. Steve Cooley is a career prosecutor who served three full terms as the District Attorney of Los Angeles County.He was a reserve police officer for LAPD. He is uniquely positioned to discuss his involvement in each case and eminently qualified to provide perspectives and opinions on each case. Members Reviews: Jaw Dropping and Emotional Book Once you pick this book up and start reading it you canât put it down. One of the most informational and factual books I have ever read. To have two career prosecutors write this book from their perspectives is amazing. Both Steve Cooley and Robert Schirn really took their time and wrote every page as of they were there first hand, from the moments the murders occurred. Every page of this book was like being there and reliving the exact events. From the time of the senseless murders of these police officers and deputies to the investigation closures and apprehensions. One of the most memorable parts of the book for me was when the photo and story behind Deputy David March and the same handcuffs used by Deputy March while he worked were used to take his killer into custody. Absolutely jaw dropping and emotional. Buy this book read it, give it as a gift and hold onto a piece of history. Gentleman thank you for such an eye opening book into what law enforcement tragedies we have endured on the west coast. Law Enforcement for Law Enforcement and Laypersons Alike A must read for everyone who has or has had anything to do with law enforcement or who aspires to be part of it or is interested in it. It reminded me of the old "Dragnet" tv show's style, "Just the facts, ma'am," with some Law and Order thrown in. Here, we have nothing but reality,though. The under-stated style puts the drama where it belongs: in the facts. A very fast and compelling read. Chapter 8 of, BLUE LIVES MATTER, is devoted ... Chapter 8 of, BLUE LIVES MATTER, is devoted to my K9 partner, Liberty. She gave her life to save mine.

Nemesis Audiobook by Misha Glenny

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Misha Glenny) — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 02:59:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nemesis Subtitle: One Man and the Battle for Rio Author: Misha Glenny Narrator: Zach Villa Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 02-23-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Nemesis is the story of an ordinary man who became the king of the largest slum in Rio, the head of a drug cartel, and perhaps Brazil's most wanted criminal. It's a gripping tale of gold hunters and evangelical pastors, bent police and rich-kid addicts, quixotic politicians and drug lords with math degrees. Traversing through rain forests and high-security prisons, filthy slums and glittering shopping malls, this is also the story of how change came to Brazil. Of a country's journey into the global spotlight and the battle for the beautiful but damned city of Rio, as it struggles to break free from a tangled web of corruption, violence, drugs, and poverty. Members Reviews: Amazing sobriety I am from Rio de Janeiro and have friends have live in Rocinha as well as in other "favelas" (shantytown houses uphill) and I can say that it is surprisingly accurate , well documented , detached from the alluring glamour one can easily get caught into when speaking of a cartel atmosphere in an exotic city . The narration by Zach Villa is amazing, I am glad he took the time to research hoe the words should be spoken (something that in another book called "Brazil" by Michael Reid it is definitely lacking). I had already enjoyed two audiobooks by Misha Glenny ("McMafia" and "Dark Market" ) and couldn't resist when I saw this one by a Rio drug lord. I hope he further pursues the subject of the Red Command and how it came about and how it is telling of our culture . Seriously lacking.. Unless you are from Brazil and know the area and the situation being described in this book this not for you. To me it is the only way you will enjoy this book for the subject matter it covered. There was no excitement or no plot twists, or anything that made me want to continue to finish this. A waste of a credit!! Not a good listen. the book starts off good, but quickly becomes rushed and muddled with a constant stream of new events and people being thrown at you. I finally have up with about an hour left. Where's the action? I just finished a book on the Cali cartel called At the Devils Table and it was pretty intriguing so I thought I'd stay on the drug trafficking genre and get this. It really lacked a lot of the suspense that I'd seen in the last book and lacked excitement in general. The story was O.K. but I struggled to finish it. I wouldn't recommend this.

They Almost Got Away with It Audiobook by John Summit

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Summit) — Tue, 12 Aug 2014 05:23:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: They Almost Got Away with It Subtitle: How DNA & Forensic Science Caught 7 Notorious Killers Author: John Summit Narrator: Ginger Cucolo Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-14 Publisher: D & D Publishing Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In his sixth book in the True Crime Series, John Summit thoroughly examines the origins of DNA and how advancements in DNA analysis around the world have propelled law enforcement and crime scene investigation into a new era. DNA evidence, a mere 30 years following its initial and hesitant acceptance, has served as an incredibly powerful technique in identifying not only current criminals, but those who literally lived their lives believing they had gotten away with murder - only to have forensic science ultimately catch up with them. You will be shocked and astonished as Mr. Summit takes you through some of the groundbreaking cases where DNA was able to assist law officials in capturing some of America's most prevalent and violent murderers. Some of the cases profiled are infamous, others you may never have heard of, but the criminals in this audiobook share one commonality - they were on the loose until those microscopic molecules known as DNA nabbed them for good. Today, beneath the complexities of DNA collection and analysis, we can rest assured that it is the singular most beneficial way for scientists, the medical community, and government agencies to be able to identify a suspect using his or her unique genetic blueprint. If you've never heard any of Mr. Summit's work in the prior volumes of his True Crime Series, this audiobook is a great place to start and is a real brain tweak. Members Reviews: Thought provoking and thrilling! I picked up Mr. Summit's latest book because his other crime books have been great reads, and I knew "They Almost Got Away with It" would be no different. It is indeed fantastic, with a thorough and well-explained introduction to DNA, and how it is used to put the guilty in prison and free those wrongly accused. He presents very thought-provoking arguments both for and against the collection of DNA before a criminal conviction has even been rendered. Preventing future crimes versus infringing on personal rights is sure to be a hot topic issue in the future. As someone who has a degree in Forensic Science, I found the information extremely accurate and laid out well. The individual stories of these serial killers was a well-documented and chilling look into their depraved minds and serves to remind us that some people aren't always what they seem. I can't recommend this book enough, especially to all crime junkies. Very nicely done! I was very pleased with this purchase. I was afraid it might be sensationalistic and gory but it wasn't. The author did a great job with explaining the forensic science and the history - past, present and future - of DNA technology. There were nothing unnecessarily gruesome in the book, just the fascinating facts. I think anyone interested in crime shows and how police use technology to solve crimes would enjoy this book. Give this a try - interesting and enjoyable read I thought I knew all about dna from NCIS but I learned things in the book I didn't know. Some history as to how it started being used in law enforcement. How it came into play for a selection of well-publicized serial killer investigations at different times in recent history. Not overly technical. Easy and enjoyable to read.

Too Pretty to Live Audiobook by Dennis Brooks

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dennis Brooks) — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 11:09:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Too Pretty to Live Subtitle: The Catfishing Murders of East Tennessee Author: Dennis Brooks Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 286 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In this stunning true-crime thriller of Facebook, catfishing, and jealousy, a double murder begins with the click of a button. When Bill Payne and Billie Jean Hayworth began their romance, they unknowingly set in motion a diabolical plot that would end with them murdered in their own home, Hayworth holding their mercifully unharmed infant. Chris was a CIA agent who was concerned about Jenelle. Seeing the cyberbullying she had endured, and worried for her safety, Chris got in touch with Jenelle's protective parents and her devoted boyfriend, warning them that Payne and Hayworth were a danger to Jenelle. He got especially close with Jenelle's mother, Barbara, who thought of Chris like a son, though she had never met him. Chris claimed that surveillance of Payne and Hayworth revealed that the two of them were planning on harming Jenelle, that it was imminent, and that something needed to be done immediately. Chris promised that he would have their back if they were to act to protect Jenelle. And so they did. Jenelle's father, Buddy, and her boyfriend, Jamie, broke into the home of Payne and Hayworth and murdered them in their own home. What the police investigation turned up, though, made this crime all the more terrifying. Jenelle had been Chris the entire time, catfishing her family and her boyfriend to act in vengeance on her behalf. Using forensic linguistics and diving through the brambles that Jenelle laid to cover her tracks, police were able to put together a chilling portrait of a sociopath made all the more ruthless by the anonymity of her online life. Bizarre and unforgettable, Dennis Brooks examines the crime and trial from all angles, bringing his expertise as the lead prosecutor in this strange and disturbing case. Members Reviews: Too tedious to read I made it through the whole book. I'm a big fan of true crime, but the amount of reading of the incredibly insipid, tedious email detail that went in was unnecessary and just boring. There were many story gaps and the story just didn't hang together well. I cannot recommend this book. Too Pretty To Live I thought the story was overly dependent on the email, text and social media aspects of the case. The story line was hard to follow and confusing with the amount of false personas. great true crime I'm always looking for a good new true crime, especially when it's one I haven't heard before. this was a well written, well researched tale written by the prosecutor himself. I highly recommend this book to all true crime fans. the story is just too crazy not to be true! Not the fault of the author or reader... It was difficult to listen to this audio book as it heavily relied upon poorly written text and Facebook message transcripts. Many of the ramblings of the main characters in written communication are filled with grammatical errors and terrible spelling / misused words. Heavy with cussing and negative language many excerpts were hard to listen to and left you annoyed with having to filter through the ignorant language to understand the story. Maybe it would be easier to read but it was not easy to listen to. Throw this "Catfish" back! The story is a fascinating one. I loved the new wave techno crime idea, and this could have been an awesome read. The problem is the story is hard to follow, it kinda jumps back and forth, repeating itself, slowing down the plot.

The Rise and Fall of the Cleveland Mafia Audiobook by Rick Porrello

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rick Porrello) — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 15:26:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rise and Fall of the Cleveland Mafia Subtitle: Corn Sugar and Blood Author: Rick Porrello Narrator: Keith Spillett Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: FBI Witness Rick Porrello writes about the important connection with mega-mobsters Charles Lucky Luciano and Meyer Lansky, the Cleveland mob's move to Las Vegas, and the first top-level national meeting of the Sicilian-American Mafia. Editorial Reviews: With the vague childhood memory that his grandfather was murdered, author Rick Porrello delves deep into his familys history and the world of organized crime. Porrellos The Rise and Fall of the Cleveland Mafia is a fascinating and thorough look at one of the most notorious crime families in America. At the height of their power, led by the likes of Angelo "Big Ange" Lonardo, the Cleveland Mafia was third in power after New York City and Chicago. Performed here with an intense energy by Keith Spillett, this audiobook provides a fascinating glimpse at the once-mighty Cleveland branch of the Sicilian-American Mafia. Members Reviews: A well=written family history Porello documents the Cleveland Mob in such a way that "rounds out" the inner workings of the Mafia in the US and how each city is so interconnected. I wish someone would write a novel about the early Philly Mob in the 20's and 30's. Great read! Grew up in Cleveland Grew up in Cleveland and Las Vegas. Currently working at Caesars. Been around a lot of theses Mafia men. I remember growing up and my mother playing the numbers. Bring back memories Five Stars Thank You..... Informative this is an important book that tells the history of how the Cleveland mob was a powerhouse in the national syndicate. it also informs the great book on the L.A./Hollywood underworld that I recently read, Mickey Cohen by Tere Tereba, who was apparently born in Warren, Ohio. These important players stayed hidden behind the scenes when Cleveland was one of the major cities, and their grip is now finally revealed. Corn sugar and blood This is a very good book about the history of the Cleveland mafia. As a genealogist it is important for me to have the facts and this books shows me that a family story is very true. Having this book also give me the chance to learn more about that era in Ohio.

Amanda Knox Audiobook by J.D. Rockefeller

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J.D. Rockefeller) — Mon, 26 Dec 2016 10:60:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Amanda Knox Subtitle: Innocent or Guilty? Author: J.D. Rockefeller Narrator: Chandler Gray Format: Unabridged Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-16 Publisher: J.D. Rockefeller Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: When British student Meredith Kercher was murdered in 2007, Amanda Knox became quite the celebrity for her involvement in the murder. Knox was an American woman and roommate of Kercher. At the time of the murder, she was just 22 years old. With the many twists and turns that eventually resulted in the definitive acquittal of Knox by the Supreme Court of Italy, the Meredith Kercher murder and trial attracted a lot of media and public attention. So, who was Amanda Knox? Did she, in fact, kill Meredith Kercher, or was she falsely accused in the murder? Who else was involved in this murder? What happened during the trial and why was she finally acquitted? Find the answers to all these questions in this book.

The Waco Siege: An American Tragedy Audiobook by Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Rosewood) — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 07:22:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Waco Siege: An American Tragedy Author: Jack Rosewood Narrator: Gaius M. Thynne Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-16 Publisher: Wiq Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: During 51 days in early 1993 one of the most tragic events in American crime history unfolded on the plains outside Waco, Texas. An obscure and heavily armed religious sect called the Branch Davidians was barricaded inside their commune and outside were hundreds of law enforcement angry because the former had killed four ATF agents in a botched raid. Go on an engaging and captivating ride to examine one of the most important true crime stories in recent decades. Hear the shocking true story of how a man the government considered a psychopath, but whose followers believed to be a prophet, led a breakaway sect of the Seventh Day Adventist Church into infamy. You will follow the meteoric rise of the Branch Davidians' charismatic leader, David Koresh, as he went from an awkward kid in remedial classes to one of the most infamous cult leaders in world history. But the story of the Waco Siege begins long before the events of 1993. At the core of the conflict between the Branch Davidians and the United States government were ideas and interpretations of religious freedom and gun ownership, which, as will be revealed in the minutes of this book, created a considerable philosophical gulf between the two sides. David Koresh and the Branch Davidians carried on a long tradition in American and Texas history of religious dissent, but in 1993 that dissent turned tragically violent. You will find that beyond the standard media portrayals of the Waco Siege was an event comprised of complex human characters on both sides of the firing line and that perhaps the most tragic aspect of the event was that the extreme bloodshed could have been avoided. This book will make you angry, sad, and bewildered; but no matter the emotions evoke, you will be truly moved by the events of the Waco Siege. Members Reviews: glorified Wikipedia page Not in depth. No interviews of those involved. doesn't touch on the why of the Waco confusion at all. I wanted to learn about this, but... This is the WORST narrator I've ever heard and I can't take any more after only 14 minutes. Marbles in his mouth, nasal, weird pronunciations of words, weird inflection and terrible enunciation. Weird pauses where you think the sentence is done, but no! He has pronounced Davidian 3 different ways so far and sometimes I can't tell what the heck he is saying. He says sects like sax. Have fun!

Murder of a Mafia Daughter Audiobook by Cathy Scott

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cathy Scott) — Wed, 29 Apr 2015 20:57:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder of a Mafia Daughter Subtitle: The Story Behind the Suspicions Robert Durst Murdered Susan Berman & The Life and Tragic Death of Susan Berman Author: Cathy Scott Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-29-15 Publisher: Crime, She Writes Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Susan Berman grew up in Las Vegas luxury as the daughter of Davie Berman, casino mogul and notorious mafia leader. After her father died she learned about his mob connections. Susan then dedicated her life to learning about Vegas and its underworld chiefs. Her life took a bizarre turn in l982 when Kathie Durst - the wife of her good friend, Robert Durst - mysteriously disappeared. Kathie's husband was a prime suspect but the case was never solved. After the Kathie Durst case was reopened, the DA was about to question Susan Berman about what she knew regarding a phone call Kathie supposedly made to her medical school dean saying she was sick and wouldn't be at school. The call was placed the day after Kathie had vanished. Soon after the Kathie Durst case was reopened, Susan Berman was found dead, shot in the back of head. No forced entry, no robbery, nothing missing from her home. The book covers what led to Durst's capture. Police records placed him in California at the time of his good friend Susan Berman's murder. HBO filmmakers discovered a letter unknown before, written by Durst to Susan. It was a dead-on match to the cadaver letter police say the killer sent before Susan's body was discovered. Members Reviews: Repetitve This is an interesting story and the author definitely had a lot of information, however she tended to repeat passages verbatim, to the point where I would check to make sure I didn't accidentally go back in the book. Also she jumps around in Susan Berman's life, which in itself is fine, however there was a big section where they kept bringing up that she lived with someone for 5 years and it wasn't until the book was almost over that it was revealed that that person was he daughter. It would have been nice to have that information at the time she was discussing their living situation. Just ok, very repetitive The first chapters tell the story, after about chapter 3 it's old news. Seems like there wasn't enough material to write much more than an article. The Story of Susan Burman Wow. MURDER OF A MAFIA DAUGHTER was a real eye-opener. I dont recall ever hearing about Susan Berman unless I possibly caught a glimpse of her story on Unsolved Mysteries or Dateline. Her story is an interesting one. She was a journalist, a writer, and the daughter of a Las Vegas mobster. Growing up, she was privileged but also protected from knowing her dads true business. She seems to have been a very complex person but when all the people she loved in her life died, she was lost. After becoming involved with Robert Durst, everything changed. Whether or not he killed her, I wouldnt begin to know. This book sheds light on her story in an unbiased way. The book starts out with her death and the crime scene. I was shocked to hear how tainted the evidence was and dont know how or why anyone would enter a potential crime scene and move things around or touch anything. It then goes on to tell her story from childhood to adulthood right up to the week of her death. She was eccentric, quirky, and seemed to be a very smart woman. She also appeared to be enjoying her life. She was busy writing and working on television shows and like most people, had a few ups and downs.

Boston Strong Audiobook by Casey Sherman, Dave Wedge

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Casey Sherman) — Fri, 06 Feb 2015 11:28:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Boston Strong Subtitle: A City's Triumph over Tragedy Author: Casey Sherman, Dave Wedge Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 02-06-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Veteran journalists Casey Sherman and Dave Wedge have written the definitive inside look at the Boston Marathon bombing with a unique, Boston-based account of the events that riveted the world. From the Tsarnaev brothers' years leading up to the act of terror to the bomb scene itself (which both authors witnessed firsthand within minutes of the blast), from the terrifying police shootout with the suspects to the ultimate capture of the younger brother, Boston Strong: A City's Triumph over Tragedy reports all the facts--and so much more. Based on months of intensive interviews, this is the first book to tell the entire story through the eyes of those who experienced it. From the cop first on the scene to the detectives assigned to the manhunt, the authors provide a behind-the-scenes look at the investigation. More than a true-crime book, Boston Strong also tells the tragic but ultimately life-affirming story of the victims and their recoveries and gives voice to those who lost loved ones. With their extensive reporting, writing experience, and deep ties to the Boston area, Sherman and Wedge create the perfect match of story, place, and authors. If you're going to listen to only one audiobook on this tragic but uplifting story, this is it. Members Reviews: Wrong Person Reading this Book!!!! What didnt you like about Joe Barretts performance? Not everyone from Boston sounds like a member of the Kennedy family. I cringed every time I knew he was going to try to duplicate the Boston accent. I hated his reading of this book!!! That being said, I have listened to other books that he narrates - and he is excellent. He just was wrong for this book and it was painful to listen to. Did Boston Strong inspire you to do anything? No. Any additional comments? I started to listen to this during the Tsarnaev trial. Since it came out 2 years after the marathon bombing and we were only getting tweets from journalists about the trial (no cameras allowed in the courtroom), I was hoping there were some new revelations in this book. Possibly some hints of things that I hadn't already read, that might be introduced as evidence.I will say this book gives you the stories of some of the lesser known victims who were not as public as say Jeff Bauman, so while horrible, it was interesting to hear some new stories of people who were there that day.There was quite a bit about the Richard's family, and to me, it just felt invasive. Also, I caught an error early in the recording as to the year Henry was born. That just irked me. Really? Such a horrible story and you can get facts right? It made it seem irresponsible and honestly, I was on guard as I listened to the rest of it, waiting for the next error.I live in Boston, so I have seen A LOT of coverage on the bombings and read a lot on the bombings. I don't feel that there was a lot of information that was new or "exclusive". That being said, if you don't live in Boston and haven't been exposed to as much on the Marathon Bombings, you will probably learn a lot.So the net-net on this one is, if you are from the area - skip it. If you don't know a lot about what happened, the victims, what happened in Watertown, and the response then listen...The 2 things that won't change no matter where you live are: a factual error in the book and the narration is horrible. Important story.

Twisted Firestarter Audiobook by Carol Anne Davis

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Carol Anne Davis) — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 14:26:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Twisted Firestarter Author: Carol Anne Davis Narrator: Tara Ochs Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A story from the anthology Masters of True Crime, which spans murder cases from the beginning of the 20th century to today. This is a must-hear for fans of true crime and will also be compelling to mystery and thriller listeners.

True Crime Stories, Volume 6 Audiobook by Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Rosewood) — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 12:22:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: True Crime Stories, Volume 6 Subtitle: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases Author: Jack Rosewood Narrator: Terry Jenkins Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 04-27-17 Publisher: LAK Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In the following true crime anthology, you will listen to 12 true crime stories that have baffled investigators and captured the imagination of the public for years. Among some of the more shocking stories is a trio of mass murder cases from around the world. You will be intrigued to hear how Ronald DeFeo Junior mercilessly gunned down six members of his family in cold blood and how two other cases of mass murder that although not well-known in the United States, shocked the small countries where they took place. You will also follow the criminal investigations of some high-profile cases, such as that of best-selling author Michael Peterson, and see how they were resolved. Some of the true crime murder cases profiled in this volume can only be described as bizarre. You will be introduced to Elifasi Msomi, a failed Zulu witch doctor who became a notorious serial killer, notorious for keeping some of his victims' blood for various rituals. You will also hear about two potential curses that sent many of the people involved with their respective cases to early graves. Finally, the strange case of Robert Dirscherl is profiled. The authorities initially ruled Dirscherl's death a suicide, but after several decades it now appears that the death may be a case of true murder and not suicide. If you are interested in learning more about man's dark side, then start listening to this book. But be warned, some of the murder stories you will hear about will be shocking and disturbing. Despite being disturbed by many of these cases, you will also find this volume extremely intriguing and exciting! Members Reviews: Scarier than any scary movie... Would you consider the audio edition of True Crime Stories, Volume 6 to be better than the print version? As I haven't read the print version it's difficult to say, but I like this audio edition a lot. What other book might you compare True Crime Stories, Volume 6 to and why? Well,I can't compare it to an English book as I haven't read or listened to any of that type in English before, but I can compare it to a Polish book I read a few years ago (entitled "Pitawal warszawski", which roughly translates to "Warsaw True Crimes" :)), which related a set of true crimes that were commited in Poland's capital city of Warsaw (or the area nearby) in the 1920s and 1930s. Both books have the same structure and feel to them: they state facts and present opinions of people involved in the investigations, and sometimes their authors comment on the crimes themselves and the consequences and input of those crime on the society... Both are interesting and kind of scary in showing the cruelty and the beastly side of the human nature... What does Terry Jenkins bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I think the fact that I heard the stories, not just read them, made them more real to me and much much scarier... Generally, when I read a book, I subconsciously put what I read about in the "fiction" box in my mind, even if I know I'm reading about real-life events. Somehow they don't feel real because they are in the form of a book and books equal fiction... But when I hear a story narrated to me by someone it always rings truer, it's real, it evokes a much more emotional reaction from me...

Scariest Stories Ever Told: Better Lock Your Door: Accounts of Those That Experienced The Torment

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Roger P. Mills) — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 14:57:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scariest Stories Ever Told: Better Lock Your Door: Accounts of Those That Experienced The Torment Subtitle: Creepy Stories, Book 1 Author: Roger P. Mills Narrator: Jeffery Lynn Hutchins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-17 Publisher: Roger P. Mills Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Many people find enjoyment in a good audiobook. The words fly and surround the listener in a comforting embrace. The stories take them to places they could've never imagined and the book opens up new worlds to explore. This is not that book. None of the stories here are meant to soothe you. Instead, these stories are meant to provoke and maybe even terrify you. The world you'll find here is terrifyingly real. It isn't a fantasy that can be contained in ink. Evil people don't disappear with death, they linger on and torment any living soul who dares to cross their path. All of the horrors described happened to real people, just like you. Regardless of where you are in the world and what time of day you're listening to this, you definitely shouldn't count on getting any sleep tonight.... Here is a preview of what's inside: Much, much more! Members Reviews: Goos writer but.. Mr Mills is a very good writer but has some unusual "hooks." Like his pauses.... Can get a bit aggravating. Otherwise i really enjoy the subjects. Super new collection of very, very scary paranormal encounters! Roger P. Mills brings us yet another excellent collection of very scary paranormal encounters from the US and world. One thing I especially love about this author is that he gives us new stories instead of a book of rehashed, often told tales. An excellent book for both the paranormal investigator/researcher or those looking for a very scary book. His writing is tight with excellent grammar and style. I did receive an ARC free pdf copy of this book in exchange for a fair review, but I also added it to my Kindle collection when it was published. Pretty intense read I chose to rate this highly due to its subject matter and readability. It showcased many frightening tales of the paranormal. Because I have read many other works by Roger P. Mills, it was best that I explore this one too. His story telling is fascinating and it is easy for me to recommend it to others who are fascinated by horror and the supernatural. You will not be let down Great scary tales. Very good breakdown of some scary tales. I'm a paranormal fan of various ghost hunting shows and book's and are familiar with some of the stories. Great job with telling them, right to the point. Would highly recommend for anyone to read who enjoys eerie tales. Good late night read! This was a good creepy book for a late night read! I love anything supernatural or unexplained so this was the right choice for me. Stories could have been a bit longer as it left me wanting more but overall interesting and informative while still being chilling.

Serial Homicide, Book 1 Audiobook by RJ Parker PhD

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (RJ Parker PhD) — Wed, 08 Mar 2017 01:55:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Serial Homicide, Book 1 Author: RJ Parker PhD Narrator: Don Kline Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-17 Publisher: RJ Parker Publishing Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: This is the first book in the Serial Homicide series which will feature six notorious cases in each volume. Ted Bundy was a burglar, rapist, kidnapper, necrophiliac (sexual intercourse with a corpse) and serial killer in the 1970s. It's believed he killed 30 plus women. Jeffrey Dahmer (the Milwaukee Monster), was a rapist, killer, necrophiliac, and cannibal who killed 17 young boys and men between 1978 and 1991. Albert Fish was a child rapist, cannibal, and serial killer who operated between 1924 and 1932. It's believed that he killed at least nine children and possibly more. During the 1980s and '90s, Gary Ridgway (Green River Killer), a serial killer and necrophiliac, is believed to have killed 49 women, but confessed to murdering 71. Between 1978 and 1983 in the United Kingdom, Dennis Nilsen (The Kindly Killer) is known to have killed between 12 and 15 young men. He had a ritual of bathing and dressing the corpses, preserving them for a time before dissecting and disposing of his victims by either burning them in a fire or flushing their parts down a toilet. Known as the Co-Ed Butcher, Edmund Kemper was a cannibal, necrophiliac, and serial killer who, between 1964 and 1973, killed 10 women including his mother, whom he beheaded, and used her head as a dartboard and for oral sex. Members Reviews: Great collection of serial killers This is a great collection of 6 famous serial killers, Fish, Bundy, Nilsen, Dahmer, Ridgway and Kemper. There is a lot of new information that I had not heard of before on these killers and their crimes. This is an excellent reference book for any TC library. I am looking forward to future volumes. Good research and information on serial killers Very interesting read; however, the repetition of details and complete narratives were unnecessary. Some dates and info differed from previous statements, but otherwise a very knowledgeable presentation. I have read other works by RJ Parker and the details and narrative are well delivered. Feeling underfed I was tricked into buying this. I would've liked more on more serialkillers. And I was not at all interested in the bonus book Five Stars It's good but you have to have a strong stomach for some of the details. Passable Good reading for fans of the true crime genre. As I have said with other books, I wish time had been given to further investigation rather than just accumulating information already out there.

In Colder Blood Audiobook by RJ Parker, JT Hunter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (RJ Parker) — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 01:58:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In Colder Blood Author: RJ Parker, JT Hunter Narrator: Don Kline Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-16 Publisher: RJ Parker Publishing Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Two families, mysteriously murdered under similar circumstances, just a month apart. One was memorialized in Truman Capote's classic novel, In Cold Blood. The other was all but forgotten. Dick Hickock and Perry Smith confessed to the first: the November 15, 1959 murder of a family of four in Holcomb, Kansas. Despite remarkable coincidences between the two crimes, they denied committing the second: the December 19 murder of a family of four in Osprey, Florida. Over half a century later, a determined Florida detective undertakes exceptional efforts to try to bring closure to the long-cold case. Members Reviews: Like others I had not heard of the Walker murders ... This was a short read, too short for my taste, I didn't want it to end. Like others I had not heard of the Walker murders before, and now want to know more. The resemblance to the Clutter murders is just too much of a coincidence for them not to be connected. While the evidence is all circumstantial, there is lots of it and I am totally convinced they were committed by the same people, Smith and Hickock. I highly recommend this to fans of In Cold Blood although the pictures of the children are very disturbing. It's hard to fathom how someone could do that to a child. It Does Not Read Like Truman Capote! I had a hard time excepting this theory especially after reading In Cold Blood.I have seen the movies,both of them and read the book numerous times and it is hard for me to except the fact that Perry would let Dick go on such a rampage when that did not happen at the Clutter house.Everyone knows that Perry did the killing of the Clutters and he was so against rape and for him to kill little babies,I just do not know.It has a good theory but I still think it was someone else.Truman Capote actually describes the crime scenes as someone trying to make the Clutters comfortable before killing them,I know that sounds absurd but even the detectives said it.The crime scene at this house was bloody and very horrific, way more then the Clutter murders.The book also was a slow read for me,it was not a page turner.I love to read true crime and I guess I like more character development then this book had. I have to honestly say I felt that they were trying to make the murder look related to the Clutter's. A very descriptive and chilling read. JT Hunter is a gifted author who takes great care in research, even revealing flaws in Truman Capotes' In Cold Blood. It discusses uncanny resemblances in another cold blooded murder that happened after the Clutter family, again a quadruple murder with eerie similarities to the Clutter murders. The killers of the Clutter family confessed to that crime, but not the second. It is a must read; I couldn't put it down. Shocking Another great well written on point book from JT Hunter. This book is based on Truman Capotes " In Cold blood" JT hunter wrote the story of Hickock and Smith who at the time of another horrendous murder were both released from prison, found this book to be a page turner. If you enjoy True crime, you need to buy this one. Makes you wonder Coincidence? Or is it possible that the 1959 murders of the Cutter family in Kansas were NOT the only murders that Richard Hickok and Perry committed? Shortly after the murders in Kansas, a young family named Walker was found murdered in Florida. Author JT Hunter points out the many similarities of the 2 cases.

The Murder of Marilyn Monroe Audiobook by Jay Margolis, Richard Buskin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jay Margolis) — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 08:17:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Murder of Marilyn Monroe Subtitle: Case Closed Author: Jay Margolis, Richard Buskin Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Marilyn Monroe died under suspicious circumstances on the night of August 4, 1962. In The Murder of Marilyn Monroe: Case Closed, renowned MM expert Jay Margolis and New York Times best-selling author Richard Buskin finally lay to rest more than 50 years of wild speculation and misguided assertions by actually naming the screen goddess's killer. At the same time, they use the testimony of eyewitnesses to describe exactly what took place inside her house on Fifth Helena Drive in Los Angeles's Brentwood neighborhood. Implicating Bobby Kennedy in the commission of Monroe's murder, this is the first book to name the LAPD officers who accompanied the attorney general to her home, provide details about how the Kennedys used bribes to silence one of the ambulance drivers, and specify how the subsequent cover-up was aided by a noted pathologist's outrageous lies. This blockbuster volume blows the lid off the world's most notorious and talked-about celebrity death, and in the process also exposes the third gunman in the pantry who delivered the fatal bullet to the back of RFK's head - and the third gunman's female accomplice who, until now, has only been known to the LAPD and the FBI as "the girl in the polka-dot dress". Members Reviews: The Whole Truth and Nothing But The Truth This book was very detailed and gave insight into the world of the RF Kennedy assassination. Good story I was really excited about listening to this book but very disappointed when doing so. The narrator is horrible in my opinion, I would suggest reading it instead. Interesting & sad Indisputable facts that confirm what I've long believed. Very powerful evidence presented in this case study. Interesting and sadly unsurprising! Power breeds corruption and this book proves that Marilyn was a mere plaything of the rich & politically powerful. When she became a nuisance, they simply arranged for her demise to suit their future lives. However, it seems that fate had justice in mind for both her political lovers as they, too, became inconvenient to the wider establishment and were 'got rid' just like the highly naive Marilyn. A complex, detailed but extremely engaging read.

Mystery on the Isle of Shoals Audiobook by J. Dennis Robinson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J. Dennis Robinson) — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 01:11:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mystery on the Isle of Shoals Subtitle: Closing the Case on the Smuttynose Ax Murders of 1873 Author: J. Dennis Robinson Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: For the first time, the full story of a crime that has haunted New England since 1873. The cold-blooded ax murder of two innocent Norwegian women at their island home off the coast of New Hampshire has gripped the region since 1873, beguiling tourists, inspiring artists, and fueling conspiracy theorists. The killer, a handsome Prussian fisherman down on his luck, was quickly captured, convicted in a widely publicized trial, and hanged in an unforgettable gallows spectacle. But he never confessed and, while in prison, gained a circle of admirers whose blind faith in his innocence still casts a shadow of doubt. A fictionalized best-selling novel and a Hollywood film have further clouded the truth. Finally a definitive "whydunnit" account of the Smuttynose Island ax murders has arrived. Popular historian J. Dennis Robinson fleshes out the facts surrounding this tragic robbery gone wrong in a captivating true crime pause-register. Robinson delves into the backstory at the rocky Isles of Shoals as an isolated centuries-old fishing village was being destroyed by a modern luxury hotel. He explores the neighboring island of Appledore where Victorian poet Celia Thaxter entertained the elite artists and writers of Boston. It was Thaxter's powerful essay about the murders in the Atlantic Monthly that shocked the American public. Robinson goes beyond the headlines of the burgeoning yellow press to explore the deeper lessons about American crime, justice, economics, and hero worship. Ten years before the Lizzie Borden ax murder trial and the fictional Sherlock Holmes, Americans met a sociopath named Louis Wagner - and many came to love him. Members Reviews: Excellent read Well-researched and chilling, the author goes to great lengths to place the reader in the time and unique place of this awful crime while raising important questions about the death penalty, the role of literature and the existence of evil. 4 Stars for atmosphere Took me back to the time and place.Although very interesting I found the book overlong. Details on the area and what the press said could be cut in half.However Mr Robinson's incite into the lives of these people make his book well worth reading.Not to mention one feels they have visited those isles

Every Mother's Nightmare Audiobook by Charles Bosworth Jr

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Bosworth Jr) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 05:28:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Every Mother's Nightmare Author: Charles Bosworth Jr Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 143 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Reveals the harrowing story of two mothers, Jude Govreau and Mari Winzen, whose children were brutally killed by a vicious murderer, and recounts their efforts with a lone district attorney to bring the murderer to justice. Members Reviews: Eyes Open during this nightmare If you could sum up Every Mother's Nightmare in three words, what would they be? Opened Eyed Nightmare What did you like best about this story? I liked best how it portrays how the mothers felt and what they went thru step by step. Which scene was your favorite? My favorite scene is when Rick finds the children. His reaction is so actually how you would be. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I did listen to this all in one sitting only stopping to have dinner. Any additional comments? This audiobook was provided by the author/narrator/publisher free of charge in exchange for an unbiased review. Heartbreaking but interesting This book was both very heartbreaking and interesting Two children were found murdered and the hunt goes in to find the perpetrator or perpetrators We learn about drug relations. Different suspects as well as different motives from sexual to revenge I believe we get a authentic insight into the pain and fight for justice these parents went trough A good book The Plight of Two Mothers Scorned What did you love best about Every Mother's Nightmare? The way the Narrator guided you thru this plight of the two mothers and made you feel every bit of their angst while this whole process was drug out. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? The way it really brought out the families feeling of victimization through the whole process, over and over again. What does Kevin Pierce bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The way he put feeling into the characters even the ones you might have dismissed or hated and gave you the sense of life for the book, he really put a heartbeat into the book. If you could give Every Mother's Nightmare a new subtitle, what would it be? Every Mother's Nightmare, and how the justice process can take forever A Heartbreaking and Exasperating True Crime Story Would you consider the audio edition of Every Mother's Nightmare to be better than the print version? If you have no time to read, then yes, the audiobook is better! However, really comparing them to each other, I'd say the narrator did just as fantastic a job as my own mind would! Perfect tone for a true crime book! What other book might you compare Every Mother's Nightmare to and why? I kept thinking about the book A Deadly Game by Catherine Crier about the Scott Peterson case. That and the one written by John and Patsy Ramsey called The Death of Innocence. Every Mother's Nightmare reminded me of A Deadly Game because of all the facts and dates it gives you, yet you don't feel like the story is lost in the many details given.

Life in the Fish Bowl Audiobook by J. Tegan Broadwater

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J. Tegan Broadwater) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 21:48:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life in the Fish Bowl Subtitle: The True Story of How a White Cop Infiltrated and Took Down 41 of the Nation's Most Notorious Crips Author: J. Tegan Broadwater Narrator: J. Tegan Broadwater Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Culvert Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Tegan Broadwater was the consummate outside insider. Pretending to be a high-end cocaine dealer, he infiltrated the deadly Crip street gang, won their trust, and embarked on a mission to put them away. Ultimately it became a dangerous cat-and-mouse game between two men: Tegan, the undercover, and M.D., the cagey drug lord with a street-level MBA. Only one of them would be left standing. Life in the Fish Bowl is Broadwater's first-person journey from green patrol cop to gangster's friend to Crip buster, loaded with action and inside information. It's also a fascinating eyewitness account of clotted police bureaucracy, hierarchical thug life, and the hazy netherworld of a man who had to move through both of them. This is an intimate, unflinching, behind-the-lines story of one man's time in the war on drugs and gangs, his surprising relationships and emotional attachment toward the ones he sought to stop, and his descent into a life that most people can't imagine. Tegan Broadwater came out on the other end, a year and a half later, a changed man. He also learned a few things. The purported war on drugs is still futile, gang life and the violence associated with it can be thwarted, and there is a dire need for strategically mentoring the children who become inadvertent victims in these operations. Breaking the cycle of violence, removing of the acceptance of young, urban youth from having multiple children without a life plan, and mentoring children of incarcerated parents is the best place to start a true war against gang and drug violence on our American streets. Members Reviews: Words can't describe how astonishing this story is My friend, who is a police officer for the Fort Worth PD, recommended this book to me; since I'm an avid reader of true crime novels. I was shocked when they told me about these events because I lived in Tarrant County when this unfolded but never heard about it from in media. I LOVE the fact that Tegan wrote and narratorated his journey. You can hear the sincerity, passion and determination of his avidity to make a difference. The fact that he includes his belief, faith and ultimate trust in God is simply beautiful. Tegan accepted & conquered a challenge most men would have turn down always remembered the One who brought him through to the end. I could go on & on about everything that makes this book different from all the other true crime books. Instead I will highly recommend it! Life in the Fish Bowl Is great good place of story. Would be a good movie. Or TV. Show. Check this out. Awesome Work and Great Narrative Where does Life in the Fish Bowl rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It's up there and would have been higher had he had a narrator that would have been able to do different voices like in the book Gang Leader for a Day.

Southern Fried Crime: Notorious USA Set (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Morris) — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 11:11:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Southern Fried Crime: Notorious USA Set (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) Author: Rebecca Morris, Ron Franscell, Stephanie Cook, Gregg Olsen Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-15 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Evil lurks from the scorched earth of West Texas to the suffocating bayous of Mississippi...where darkness is deadly and screams go unheard. Southern Fried Crime is comprised of harrowing crime tales from Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, all from the files of the New York Times best-selling Notorious USA series. Meet homicidal lovers, murderous moms, enchanting black widows, hidden serial killers, and insane mass murderers as four of America's most beloved crime writers - Ron Franscell, Gregg Olsen, Rebecca Morris, and Stephanie Cook - lead you on a bizarre jaunt across the sweltering crimescape of the deadly South. Members Reviews: truly intriguing book this book is excellent for true information on real life crime. we love true crime books and this is one of the better books. Peirce is my favorite narrator! Where does Southern Fried Crime: Notorious USA Set (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? @ the very top. What other book might you compare Southern Fried Crime: Notorious USA Set (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) to and why? Narration, duration, well written, well performed Any additional comments? My two favorite narrators are Oakes and peirce. They can make you feel the story without getting melodramatic. I appreciate authors that don't fill thier book with cliches and overly descriptive background just to fluff the volume. Of a book is 375 pages but half of them are filled with tired overused cliches you didn't write the book you quoted junk. Great Narration! The writing is good, the cases are intriguing, and the Narration is well done. There were many cases I had never heard of even though I have been a true crime drama fan for years. They had a few really old cases that were interesting and funny. They provided a nice break from the gloom of grisly serial killers and mass murderers. Great! Great way to get reading in while working a desk job. Very interesting book. Thanks! some good stories quite a good selection but some famous ones lhad heard of before but very well told and written

Missing Persons Cases: 12 Chilling Events That Lead to the Most Bizarre True Police Stories Ever

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William Myron Price) — Thu, 28 Dec 2017 12:15:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Missing Persons Cases: 12 Chilling Events That Lead to the Most Bizarre True Police Stories Ever Author: William Myron Price Narrator: Brad Gilliam Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-28-17 Publisher: William Myron Price Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: 12 Chilling Events That Lead to the Most Bizarre True Police Stories Ever... Even with every effort we take to provide safety, the danger still exists. Thousands of people per year go missing and are never heard from again. The missing person is a unique phenomenon, one that is so powerful it can grip the public in fear as well as unite it. Some cases garner national attention; others are local legends. Men, women, and children are all subject to the possibility that today may be the last day they see their loved ones. Some cases are runaways, others abductions. The cases range from sex trafficking to murder to kidnapping and even fraud. Within this book you will uncover a dark and seedy world that lies right outside your front door. It may even lie within the walls of your own home. Not all cases are committed by creeps, pimps, and guerilla drug cartels. Within these case files, you will find grandmothers, stepmothers, and fathers alike. In today's society, one would think that it would be nearly impossible to lose track of someone. What you find instead is an ever growing gap in which people can disappear without a trace. These 12 stories are some of the most perplexing and mystifying cases that you will ever hear.... Here is a preview of what's inside.... Members Reviews: Reads like a bad newspaper article The performer did his best to bring life to weak summaries of dry police files. Maybe the author didn't have to to do his own research. It's not the money, it is your time you're going to waste

ZeroZeroZero Audiobook by Roberto Saviano, Virginia Jewiss - translator

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Roberto Saviano) — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 01:37:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: ZeroZeroZero Author: Roberto Saviano, Virginia Jewiss - translator Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: From the author of the number-one international best seller Gomorrah comes an electrifying investigation of the international cocaine trade, as vicious as it is powerful, and its hidden role in the global economy. In many countries, "00", or double zero flour, is the finest, best flour on the market. Among narco-traffickers, then, "zero zero zero" is the nickname for the very purest, highest quality grade of cocaine. It is also the title of Roberto Saviano's unforgettable, internationally best-selling exploration of the inner workings of the global cocaine trade - its rules and armies - and the true depth of its reach into the world economy and, by extension, its grasp on us all. Gomorrah, Saviano's explosive account of the Neapolitan mob, the Camorra, was a worldwide publishing sensation. It struck such a nerve with the Camorra that Saviano has had to live under 24-hour police protection for more than eight years. During this time he has come to know law enforcement agencies and officials around the world. With their cooperation Saviano has broadened his perspective to take in the entire global "corporate" entity that is the drug trade and the complex money-laundering operations that allow it to function, often with the complicity of the world's biggest banks. The result is a truly harrowing and groundbreaking synthesis of intimate literary narrative and geopolitical analysis of one of the most powerful dark forces in our economy. Saviano tracks the shift in the cocaine trade's axis of power, from Colombia to Mexico, and relates how the Latin American cartels and gangs have forged alliances, first with the Italian crime syndicates, then with the Russians, Africans, and others. On the one hand, he charts a remarkable increase in sophistication as these criminal entities diversify into many other products and markets. On the other he reveals the astonishing increase in the severity of violence as they have fought to protect and extend their power. Members Reviews: Wowwowwow At first I was wondering what did I get myself in to. But man with this Novel you realize that cocaine doesn't just hurt the person using it, it effects a lot more people than what you think. The brutal stories this writer speaks of are heart wrenching. No good news comes out of something involving the Drug Lords. Good for them for a bit but, in the end cocaine will find a way to even screw them and take them for all they've got too.

Street Soldier Audiobook by Edward MacKenzie Jr., Phyllis Karas

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Edward MacKenzie Jr.) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:36:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Street Soldier Subtitle: My Life as an Enforcer for Whitey Bulger and the Boston Irish Mob Author: Edward MacKenzie Jr., Phyllis Karas Narrator: Matthias N Bossi Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-11 Publisher: steerforth press l.l.c. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: For decades the FBI let James ''Whitey'' Bulger get away with murder, allowing him continued control of his criminal enterprise in exchange for information. He went on the lam in 1995, after the terrorist attacks of 9/11, 2011 followed top-ranked Osama bin Laden on the FBI'''s Ten Most Wanted List, and then was captured in Santa Monica, California weeks after Bin Laden's demise. Edward J. MacKenzie, Jr. was a drug dealer and enforcer who would do just about anything for Bulger. In this compelling eyewitness account, Eddie Mac delivers the goods on his one-time boss and on such former associates as Stephen ''The Rifleman'' Flemmi and turncoat FBI agent John Connolly. Street Soldier is also a story of the search for family, for acceptance, for respect, loyalty, and love. Abandoned by his parents at the age of four, Mackenzie became a ward of the state, suffered physical and sexual abuse, and eventually drifted into Bulger's orbit. The Eddie Mac who emerges in these pages is complex: An enforcer who was also a national kick-boxing champion; a womanizer who fought for custody of his daughters; a kid never given much of a chance who went on, as an adult, to earn a college degree in three years; a man who lived by a strict code of loyalty but also helped set up a sting operation that would net one of the largest hauls of cocaine ever seized. Street Soldier is as disturbing and fascinating as a crime scene, as heart-stopping as a bar fight, and at times as darkly comic as Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction or Martin Scorsese's Good Fellas. Actor/Producer/Writer Peter Facinelli (The Twilight Saga Films, Nurse Jackie) announced within days of Bulger's arrest that he has secured funding and a script for a movie adaptation of Street Soldier, which he optioned nine months earlier. Critic Reviews: "Eddie MacKenzie's graphic account of his life as a violent street criminal in South Boston is almost unspeakably brutal, coldblooded, ruthless, merciless, callous, cruel - and fascinating. Reading it is like happening upon a street crime and entering the perpetrator's mind. (John W. Dean in the New York Times Book Review) An almost unbeatable insider's account of the mob.(Library Journal) MacKenzie is the first predator' (his description) from the murderous Irish mob in Boston to come forward without an indictment hanging over his head and attempt to tell the ugly truth about an organized crime group that plagued Boston for much of the past 30 years. (Jonathan Wells in the Boston Herald) Members Reviews: Mathias Bossi is the Boss! Wow! OK, this book is interesting. Another mob has-been cashing-in on his life of crime. Tawdry at times but apparently brutally honest, which I liked. What I really loved about this audiobook was the narrator! He is simply marvelous! It was like having the gangster himself telling me his story! The accent, the speed of his delivery, everything was fantastic. The story is good, kinda crazy, and Bossi's narration makes this book a must-have! I loved it! very intense view of life in South Boston I loved it! story of rise to power and the down fall of an enforcer. you have got to listen to it. great book it seemed very authentic. was a great journey through the criminal world.

In the Middle of the Night Audiobook by Brian McDonald

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brian McDonald) — Thu, 23 Nov 2017 13:54:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Middle of the Night Subtitle: The Shocking True Story of a Family Killed in Cold Blood Author: Brian McDonald Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The affluent suburb of Cheshire, Connecticut, seemed like the perfect place for Dr. William Petit and his wife, Jennifer Hawke-Petit, to raise their two lovely daughters.... Until July 23, 2007, when, according to police, two ex-cons invaded the Petit home hoping to embark on a routine robbery - one that would ultimately prove deadly. Members Reviews: Marginally better than Don Kline Im not sure if there are budget constraints in the true crime audiobook space or if they really just dont care how very bad the narrators are that are used. I simply refuse to purchase a book narrated by Don Kline and Im sad to say Patrick Lawlor is only better by the slimmest of margins. If it werent for a compelling case, Id return this title. Pass on this one What an amazing story worthy of a great book. However this is not much more than a boring history of Joshua. Too bad. Junk! Would you try another book from Brian McDonald and/or Patrick Lawlor? Never! Would you ever listen to anything by Brian McDonald again? No! What didnt you like about Patrick Lawlors performance? He's a reader, not a performer. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from In the Middle of the Night? All of them. Any additional comments? This is junk writing. Save your money and your time!

Serial Killers True Crime: 10 Sickening True Crime Stories of Serial Killers That Tortured, Hacked

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brody Clayton) — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 03:03:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Serial Killers True Crime: 10 Sickening True Crime Stories of Serial Killers That Tortured, Hacked and Butchered Their Victims (Cold Cases) Author: Brody Clayton Narrator: Ken OBrien Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-17 Publisher: Brody Clayton Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: People kill for many reasons, some of them understandable, but others are totally unfathomable. However, more gruesome than killing by usual means, like stabbing, shooting, or poisoning, is the act of butchery after the murder. The motives for murder and serial killing, according to psychologists, range from thrill seeking and anger to attention seeking and financial gain. Although it might seem sickening, these killers and psychopaths exist in the past and the present time, and some of them still have their freedom and are lurking in different corners of the world. Mutilating, dismembering, slaughtering, and even worse, eating a fellow human is beyond reason; an act that is horrific and probably not the work of a sane individual. This book lists the most disgusting and disconcerting crimes in history: various stories of strange serial killers who chopped up, violated, cooked, and ate their victims. From real-life vampires and werewolves who drank blood and ate raw human flesh, to butcher killers who mutilate, sexually abuse, chop, and eat their victims for reasons of Satanism, sexual gratification, and revenge upon society. This book is jam-packed with mystery, gore, and unbelievable true stories of serial killers. Here is a preview of what you'll learn... Members Reviews: Tired of having your true crime sugarcoated ? Cannibalism is a long-standing taboo in the civilized world, although it is still practiced in isolated parts of the world. This book contains several cases of cannibalism committed by apparently mentally unbalanced people in civilization. 20 These are unusual. Wow! These were some of the sickest stories I have ever read. Had heard of none of the ones not in the U.S.A. Interesting book! I would recommend this book to people interested in true crime. However, it is pretty gory and should not be read by people who have a weak stomach. SOCIOPATHS AND PSYCHOPATHS ABOUND SCARY. K This book is written better than the last couple I have read. One thing I have noticed about this author is that the farther you get in the book, the worse the grammar gets. But this had far fewer errors than the last two books.

Devil in the Darkness Audiobook by J.T. Hunter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J.T. Hunter) — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 05:02:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devil in the Darkness Subtitle: The True Story of Serial Killer Israel Keyes Author: J.T. Hunter Narrator: Don Kline Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-16-16 Publisher: RJ Parker Publishing Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 59 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: He was a hard-working small business owner, an Army veteran, an attentive lover, and a doting father. But he was also something more, something sinister. A master of deception, he was a rapist, arsonist, and bank robber, and a new breed of serial killer, one who studied other killers to perfect his craft. He methodically buried kill-kits containing his tools of murder years before returning to reclaim them. Viewing the entire country as his hunting grounds, he often flew across the country to distant locations where he would rent a car and drive hundreds or even thousands of miles before randomly selecting his victims. Such were the methods and madness of serial killer Israel Keyes. Such were the demands of the Devil in the Darkness. Members Reviews: Awful Narrator... It is really difficult to review this book because it was very hard to understand the story as read by this narrator. He has an extremely odd reading pattern in that he stops as if there is a period in the middle of sentences to catch his breath. As a result, it often changes the meaning of a sentence. I think he reads to the end of each line and stops for a breath instead of the end of each sentence. I was quite distracted with this and had to stop the recording and go back and listen when sentences did not make sense. I realized it was because he does not use periods or commas as reading guides. This made the story very unenjoyable and I would not purchase a book with Don Kline as the narrator in the future. I volunteer in a recording studio; editing books that have been recorded for people who are blind and I wonder if this book was put through any review process before it was offered for sale. Because I think most sound editors would flag this book . Hire a professional narrator The narration is SO bad I can't even listen. The emphasis is put on the wrong words as if he is just reading individual words rather than a sentence. I can't possibly tell you if the story is good or not because I can't get through the book with this narration. Interesting look into the brutal mind of a killer. But the narrator has poor enuciation and pronunciation, and poor reading rhythm. The production suffers , while the storyline is intriguing. Fascinating story of evil The subject of this story is truly evil. His story leaves one questioning the true nature of humanity. The actions and decisions of this man were so coldly calculating that he is a clear example of the sociopath. Unfortunately the narrator has a stilted, halting style that truly challenges one to enjoy what is otherwise a very interesting story. Ugh one of the worst I have had to suffer through. Ok story, terrible narration. If you dont really know how to read, respecting that commas and full stops signify pauses, then please do not narrate audiobooks. The narrator of this title pauses at random times, accentuating words that require no need for this, resulting in a stunted performance that is frustrating to listen to and make sense of. The narration ruined the story for me. Major let down to the point of almost contacting Audible and asking for my credit back.

Whitey on Trial Audiobook by Margaret McLean, Jon Leiberman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Margaret McLean) — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 20:05:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whitey on Trial Subtitle: Secrets, Corruption, and the Search for Truth Author: Margaret McLean, Jon Leiberman Narrator: Aaron Lyons Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: After 16 years on the lam, infamous Boston gangster Whitey Bulger was finally captured and brought to trial - and what a trial it was: evidence of 19 gruesome murders, government secrets, FBI corruption, a dead witness, and an unbelievable tale of love. Whitey's machine guns and gangland-style extortions gripped the city of Boston for decades. Investigative journalist Jon Leiberman traveled the world with the FBIs Whitey Bulger task force. Former Boston area prosecutor and legal analyst Margaret McLean witnessed every day of testimony, heard every word uttered in court. Both authors have developed close relationships with the investigators, the lawyers, and Whiteys friends, his fellow mobsters, his victims and their families. In Whitey on Trial, the truth is revealed through trial testimony, interviews with cops, FBI agents, prosecutors and defense attorneys, and members of the jury that ultimately found Bulger guilty on 31 counts, including 11 murders. An exclusive letter from Whitey to McLean offers insight into his state of mind immediately following the verdict. Whitey on Trial is the definitive firsthand account of the Whitey Bulger trial. Members Reviews: NutinNewHere Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? It's the oatmeal filler in your burger. If you have nothing else to read, this fills the gap. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The most interesting aspect of this story is that Whitey survived (so far) his own well-deserved violent death. The least interesting aspect about this story is: Whitey. The author provides no personality characteristics about him. Sure, I realize he's a cold blooded killer and so I didn't expect a lot of flowery warmth but this book was totally void of shedding light on who Whitey is/was (as opposed to what he did). Even a humdrum beach bum has moments of feeling and sharing joy, love, up's and down's. I think this is a failure on the part of the author. What three words best describe Aaron Lyonss performance? It's just okay. Was Whitey on Trial worth the listening time? No. Newspaper articles and google reveal much more information and offer a great deal more insight into the characters, crimes, and Whitey's unraveling. Any additional comments? I am very disappointed with this book and wish I had the money I paid for it. I thought it was over priced but took a chance that it would be worth it. It isn't worth 1/4th what I paid. That's my 2 cents worth.

Shadows of Death Audiobook by Katherine Ramsland

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Katherine Ramsland) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 08:16:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shadows of Death Subtitle: True Crime Box Set Author: Katherine Ramsland Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-15 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In Shadows of Death, acclaimed author Katherine Ramsland takes listeners on a tour of New Jersey, New York and Delaware. Home of the Jersey Devil, New Jersey has its share of other devils, from predatory nurses to thrill killers and sadists. Here you'll find a family that preyed on one of their own, a mass murderer with a List of Grudges, an adulterous minister killed with his mistress, and a wife who cut up her husband. This state is rich in crime, with a significant number of high profile cases, like the Lindbergh and Reso kidnappings, Unruh's rampage, and the celebrated success of America's Most Wanted in tracking down a man who'd slaughtered his entire family. The Empire State has witnessed many unique and perverse crimes. Quite a few triggered international headlines. This is where the phrase "serial killer" was born - for good reason! From genius killers to violent child molesters, New York has it all. We also find the demented assassinations of Stanford White and John Lennon, the strange case that inspired Edgar Allen Poe, murders that enthralled filmmakers, scandalous crimes that altered journalism, and even a murderous writer. Let's not forget Amityville and the missing Judge Crater! But we must warn you: Don't listen to this book at night! The first documented female serial killer in the US came out of the tiny state of Delaware, as did a "signature killer" who attracted FBI profilers. Political intrigue winds though an unsolved mystery in Wilmington, while a high-powered attorney ruins his life to punish his mistress. We have poisoners and bludgeoners, and some privileged teenagers killing their baby. Members Reviews: Love these! I have bought every set available! Narration is on point, and the stories are varied between solved and unsolved. Very, very short stories.............. Any additional comments? This audiobook is comprised of three books. However, had I known it was comprised of very, very short stories, I would not have wasted a credit. Some of the stories were over in a minute of two, which I found very irritating as the content was so brief you wonder why they had bothered incorporating into the mix. The narrator was ok, just average.

Once Upon A Time, A True Story of Memory, Murder and the Law Audiobook by Harry N. MacLean

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Harry N. MacLean) — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 00:36:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Once Upon A Time, A True Story of Memory, Murder and the Law Author: Harry N. MacLean Narrator: Wendy Almeida Format: Unabridged Length: 24 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-15 Publisher: harry n. maclean Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 107 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 1989, Eileen Franklin, a young California housewife, claimed to recover a repressed memory of her father killing her playmate 20 years earlier. In a landmark trial, the father was charged and convicted of first-degree murder, based solely on his daughter's testimony. This book chronicles the trial, explores the remarkably dysfunctional Franklin family and delves into the credibility of repressed memories as evidence. This version contains a 2011 Epilogue, which details the reasons for the reversal of George Franklin's murder conviction and the refusal of the district attorney to retry him for murder. Critic Reviews: "A tragic but gripping story, and expertly crafted. Mr. MacLean has a positive talent for detail, and an obvious knowledge of the law. I congratulate him on a masterfully told story" (Steve Martini, author of Compelling Evidence) "Once Upon A Time is a well-written and meticulous account of a true human drama. The uncharted terrain of the human mind and its ability to repress as well as deceive are fascinating food for thought." (Nancy Taylor Rosenberg, author of Mitigating Circumstances) "MacLean gives us a fascinating look at a fascinating crime." (Tony Hillerman, author of Talking God and Coyote Waits) Members Reviews: Superb! As an avid true crime lover I especially enjoyed the detail in this book. The entire court case was told in such a way to make you feel as if you were there. Too many true crime stories assume guilt based on a conviction, in this tale the reader is allowed to make up their own mind. I found myself wondering what I would have done had I been on the jury, with the facts that the jury was given, and also trying to decide what I thought with all the facts. That was an interesting change for me, as usually my option of guilt is decided before the book even makes it to the courtroom. The narrator did a pretty good job of portraying the different speakers, although there were moments that she annoyed me in her attempts to do this. Overall though, she added to the book and did not take away. Highly recommend! Job well done. This book had you on the edge of your seat. I was late for a lot of appointments because I didn't want to get out of the car. Ms. Wendy did an awesome job narrating the story. Interesting story but slow read What about Wendy Almeidas performance did you like? Had to listen on faster speed. Narration is too slow and tedious. Any additional comments? Interesting subject matter. Be prepared for a slow narration. Fascinating true story!!! Where does Once Upon A Time, A True Story of Memory, Murder and the Law rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This ranks among my favorite Audible books. I remember this story from the '90s and the facts are very different than what was reported at the time. This story details an abusive and extremely dysfunctional family and a father accused of murder by his daughter. The author presents a believable psychological explanation and a 2011 update. Author/ narrator dissonance I had a hard time with this book. I was unsure of the authors intent at several points because of the narrators delivery. It occurred to me that it may have been vague for the narrator as well so she did the best she could in interpreting through inflection.

Robert Berdella: The True Story of a Man Who Turned His Darkest Fantasies into a Reality Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ryan Becker) — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 12:45:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Robert Berdella: The True Story of a Man Who Turned His Darkest Fantasies into a Reality Subtitle: Real Crime by Real Killers, Book 1 Author: Ryan Becker Narrator: Philip Hoffman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-17 Publisher: Sea Vision Publishing Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: One man's Robert Berdella is another's Kansas City Butcher. We may not always see what truly hides within the minds and hearts of certain people, and where we believe is a good, pure individual, lays a terrible murderer capable of the most horrible acts. Robert Berdella was one such man, a helpful and friendly individual who - in a spree separated by a few years - managed to capture and horrifically torture seven young men, murdering six along the way. Control and dominance were his tools, pain was his method. The Kansas City Butcher had no mercy, and his victims soon learned that he had no limits in terms of defiling or humiliating their bodies, minds, and spirits once they were bound and gagged. Robert Berdella: The True Story of a Man Who Turned His Darkest Fantasies into a Reality is an audiobook that recounts the tale of the Kansas City Butcher, a man capable of committing the most truly degrading acts on his victims, a monster who will never be forgotten by the families of those young men whose lives he destroyed. Be warned listener, you aren't just about to listen to an audiobook about Bob Berdella and his acts. You are about to walk into his very mind. Members Reviews: âSome desires are of the deepest, darkest kind.â Ryan Becker is new to the literary scene, a handsome young man with a penchant for the gruesome. His list of books to date are SERIAL KILLER: 200 Gruesome yet Fascinating Facts about Serial Killers, and now Book 1â ROBERT BERDELLA: The True Story of a Man who Turned his Darkest Fantasies in a Reality At the end of his book his biography is scant though important â âRyan Becker aims to write all the stories he has read and watched and letting himself be taken into the world of true mysteries and psychological murder crime stories. He also wants to share his experience of his younger days with the readers on how he immersed himself with the dark reality of the world. He loves to tell a true story that will make you solve a puzzle on your mind. He is now living with his wife and two sons. Ideally, Ryan wants to leave a mark on the reader with his dark true crime stories.â And so in this very short (53 pages) book Ryan distills the mind and crimes of the real life Robert Berdella. In the Introduction Ryan delves into the psychology of serial killers in general â common traits, personality defects and the accompanying shield they hold before the public to deflect suspicion, the various motivation as well as techniques used by serial killers, an then adds â âA serial killer is described by the Federal Bureau of Investigation as âan offender who commits a series of two or more murders in separate events, usually, but not always, acting aloneâ. Most killers are troubled beings who have suffered traumatic childhoods and cannot live normal, decent lives without causing damage to those around them; others simply enjoy the rush of killing without being discovered. There are many, many more reasons for a human to stray into the act of serial killing, but an even worse category of killer awaits us â one which includes the particular subject of this tale. Sick individuals have always plagued humanity: monsters that have lost all empathy for their fellow humans and can not see past their own personal desires.

Born to Kill? Audiobook by Brian Lee Tucker

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brian Lee Tucker) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 22:51:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Born to Kill? Subtitle: Inside the Mind of Henry Lee Lucas Author: Brian Lee Tucker Narrator: Kenneth R Williams Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Brian Lee Tucker Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: An in-depth look into the mind of Henry Lee Lucas, as he sits on death row, just weeks before his death, reflecting back on his life and the reasons for his crimes. Henry is, indeed, almost an anomaly in a genre full of faceless, cardboard killers. Henry is no Jason, Michael, or Freddy. He's real. That's the most frightening aspect of the film; Henry could be the guy next door, at times wearing an almost pleasant, trusting expression, with the guileless face of a well-scrubbed angel, cleanshaven and inherently honorable, betraying the well-hidden face of pure, unadulterated evil and menace. Henry is a brutal killer with a conscience, and the book, indeed, is a real killer; a drop dead frontal assault that provokes, rather than patronizes its listener until the last sentence. Members Reviews: THIS BOOK SUCKS!!! The book was too large and it just started out of nowhere. It talk about it in his own words and left you wondering what the heck is he talking about. It didn't show enough pictures and it didn't make much sense. I put the book down after a day of reading it because I couldn't understand it. I wish I wouldn't have bought this book but you live and learn. Dusturbing but enlightening. This book leaves you with mixed feelings. It is horrifyingly real, and forces you to question the possibility of the people you see in passing as a person well hidden monster. The parents in grocery stores berating a child that could one day become as demented and nightmarish as the people it describes.

Edmund Kemper Audiobook by Ryan Becker

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ryan Becker) — Thu, 31 Aug 2017 10:09:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edmund Kemper Subtitle: The True Story of The Brutal Co-ed Butcher Author: Ryan Becker Narrator: Jason Fella Format: Unabridged Length: 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-17 Publisher: Sea Vision Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Edmund Emil Kemper III achieved notoriety as a serial killer when he took the lives of 10 people between August 27, 1964, and April 21, 1973. His victims included his adoptive grandparents, six co-eds from the University of Santa Cruz, his mother, and his mother's friend. This book explored the life of Kemper from his abusive childhood to his sentencing in November 1973. The horror of Kemper's actions go beyond the killing of his victims; it was what he did with his victims' bodies after killing them. Necrophilia, cannibalism, and dismemberment were all part his routine in his attempts to satiate his morbid desires. Just as terrifying as his dark fantasies were his ability to appear and function as an average person, allowing him to avoid raising suspicion in those he interacted with, including law enforcement. Contrary to the myth that serial killers kill indiscriminately, Kemper's killing spree may have been rooted in the hatred that he felt for his mother. In an interview after his capture, he admitted that he was intentionally developing his killing skills with each co-ed that he killed. He was training for the ultimate murder, which was the killing of his mother. From beginning to end, the book provides insights to why Kemper became a serial killer as well his mindset behind the killings. Members Reviews: Twisted True Crime! This was a real good true crime book! I hadn't read anything by this author before but I will from now on. Very detailed information and fast paced story about serial killer Edward Kemper. This was a very sick and twisted individual as he would pick up hitchhikers, kidnapping them, then would kill them by decapitation and dismemberment. He started his killing spree when he was very young and as he grew older he became a walking nightmare. This book would be considered a short story, but the author did a fantastic job of fitting every detail of the crimes and trial into this book. Four stars for this one. The Negative Reviews! The 1-star reviews are all correct! This short, giant print nonsense is a RIP-OFF! Five Stars Short book but super interesting if you like this sort of thing. Five Stars Great story. Very creepy! Ok for basic info Not very long, I was left wanting more detail. More insight on his upbringing and detail on WHY he hated his mother so much.

Storming Las Vegas Audiobook by John Huddy

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Huddy) — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 03:28:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Storming Las Vegas Subtitle: How a Cuban-Born, Soviet-Trained Commando Took Down the Strip Author: John Huddy Narrator: Stefan Rudnicki Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 260 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On September 20, 1998, a Cuban-born former Red Army lieutenant named Jose Vigoa launched a series of raids on the Las Vegas Strip. During a 16-month spree, Vigoa robbed five world-class hotels, three armored cars, and one department store. The casinos hit were the MGM; the Desert Inn; the New York, New York; the Mandalay Bay; and the Bellagio. Lieutenant John Alamshaw, a 23-year-old veteran in charge of robbery detectives, was ordered to stop the robberies at all costs. He knew he was up against a mastermind. What he didn't know was that he was running out of time. Critic Reviews: "This debut is a must for true-crime enthusiasts." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: I loved it.. This book was really good. How could anyone actually hit the major casinos in Vegas? Jose Vigoa did with ruthless abandon. The author went into the background of the gang members, the key policemen, the armed car guards and the families. This book not only tells you how the robberies were conducted, it tells you about all of the lives that were affected. Bravo to the writer and the editor of a great listen. This REALLY is a great book This book is non-fiction yet it reads better than most fiction crime or thriller books. The story of how a gang led by a Cuban commando can rob Las Vegas hotels and armored cars is amazing and would not be believable, except it really happened. The author did an excellent job of developing and weaving the stories of the many characters, into what would be a great fiction book, but it is non-fiction. Even the extensive Author's Notes following the book are an interesting listen. They tell how this information was obtained and the effect of this information being published. The reader also did an excellent job with the Cuban accent for the main character. Our friend from Bakersfield needs to download this again and have some more patience while the characters are developed. Enjoyed It Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? For any book to be considered good, I must learn from it. Within this account you will gain insights into casino security, marketing, police practices, criminal tactics and revolutionary Cuba (... yes, I said revolutionary Cuba.) Would you be willing to try another book from John Huddy? Why or why not? Sure, I like exciting non-fiction that is well researched and presented. Prose and fact combine for great entertainment and learning. Did Storming Las Vegas inspire you to do anything? Yes, it inspired me to never try robbing major Casinos and armored vehicles with assault weapons. Any additional comments? The author presents insights into this 2-year crime spree by helping us understand just who the players were. It is more than descriptions of crimes, it provides views into some men's souls. GREAT story about Vegas crime! Well told, especially for being Non-fiction... Narration is superb. Highly recommend this IF you like Vegas, Bank robbery stories, and great character development. Plain Good Crime Writing What happens in Las Vegas stays in Las Vegas until crime reporter John Huddy decides to reveal it. In his Storming Las Vegas, Huddy details how a Cuban risked life and limb to come to Florida and ultimately took down Las Vegas hotels, armored cars and millions of US dollars.

Hack Attack Audiobook by Nick Davies

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nick Davies) — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 14:10:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hack Attack Subtitle: The Inside Story of How the Truth Caught Up with Rupert Murdoch Author: Nick Davies Narrator: Steven Crossley Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 02-02-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: At first it seemed like a small story. The royal editor of the News of the World was caught listening to the voicemail messages of staff at Buckingham Palace. He and a private investigator were jailed, and the case was closed. But Nick Davies, special correspondent for the Guardian, knew it didn't add up. He began to investigate and ended up exposing a world of crime and cover-up, of fear and favor--the long shadow of Rupert Murdoch's media empire. Hack Attack is the mesmerizing story of how Davies and a small group of lawyers and politicians took on one of the most powerful men in the world and emerged victorious. It exposes the inner workings of the ruthless machine that was the News of the World and of the private investigators who hacked phones, listened to live calls, sent Trojan horse emails, bribed the police, and committed burglaries to dig up tabloid scoops. Above all it is a study of the private lives of the power elite. It paints an intimate portrait of the social network that gave Murdoch privileged access to government and allowed him and his lieutenants to intimidate anyone who stood up to them. Spanning the course of the investigation from Davies' contact with his first source in early 2008 to the resolution of the criminal trial in June 2014, this is the definitive record of one of the major scandals of our time, written by a journalist who was there every step of the way. Members Reviews: excellent book. Very sad about the future Well narrated, interesting book. I wonder what the future holds for our society. wait and see.

Missing Persons: How Did They Disappear? Inside the True Crime Files of the Vanished Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Hector Z. Gregory) — Mon, 15 May 2017 13:31:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Missing Persons: How Did They Disappear? Inside the True Crime Files of the Vanished Subtitle: Missing People, Book 1 Author: Hector Z. Gregory Narrator: Mark Manning Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-15-17 Publisher: Hector Z. Gregory Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The people in the stories that are covered in this audiobook had plans for their day. There were things that they were going to do, people that they were going to meet. Their days were supposed to be like any other day. However, their days did not end like any other day. By the end of the day, their families, their towns, and their schools would be searching for them. Many of those people even believed that their family member or friend would return soon. However, the people that we learn about in this audiobook never return... Most of the cases had no clues for the detectives to go off of and none of them were ever found. How is it possible that people can simply disappear and no evidence as to where they had gone be found? How is it possible that so many people simply vanish and are never found, even though people never stop searching? It is a question that we may never know the answer to, but in the following stories, you will see just how easily a person can vanish and never be found... Here's a preview of what's in this audiobook... Scroll up and get your copy of this audiobook today! Members Reviews: Short stories that are baffling Several short stories telling about a variety of different people that went missing. Most were interesting and do appear to be both true and unsolvable. They took place in various places and at all different time periods. Made for an interesting read. Truly horrific accounts These were some very interesting cases, some I never heard of until now. Hector Z Gregory has put together some chilling stories of people that are still missing to this day. A very good read and a definite recommendation Made me think These were short accounts of people who went missing and were never found. Sometimes they just had to guess what happened. Three Stars Some good stories but also some that are a repeat from other books from other authors how the tales are almost sort of like beware this could happen to you I found it very interesting, how the tales are almost sort of like beware this could happen to you. I liked it.

Perfect Poison Audiobook by M. William Phelps

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. William Phelps) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:01:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Perfect Poison Subtitle: A Female Serial Killer's Deadly Medicine Author: M. William Phelps Narrator: J. Charles Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 149 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: So many emergencies and sudden deaths occurred while Kristen made her rounds on Ward C that her colleagues jokingly called her the "Angel of Death". Yet most people didn't suspect the horrifying truth behind the nickname: that Gilbert's polished façade concealed a scheming, manipulative liar and a homicidal, narcissistic sociopath. From August 1995 through February 1996, Gilbert dealt out wholesale death. Her victims were helpless patients who trusted her as a caregiver, only to learn too late that she was a killer, her weapon a drug capable of causing fatal heart attacks. She got away with murder until three of her fellow nurses could no longer ignore the proliferation of deadly "coincidences" on Gilbert's watch. Investigators believe Kristen Gilbert may have been responsible for as many as 40 deaths. As the law closed in, she struck back, faking suicide attempts, harassing witnesses, stalking her ex-boyfriend, and terrorizing the hospital with bomb threats. In March 2001, after being found guilty of four counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder, "Angel of Death" Kristen Gilbert was sentenced to life imprisonment. Critic Reviews: "A first-rate investigative examination." (Dr. Michael Baden, forensic pathologist and host of HBO's Autopsy series) "Charles' precise reading takes listeners into Gilbert's paranoia." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Men are naive Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Yes, good book about how we see what we want to see. Psychotic people come in all shapes, genders and sizes. Who was your favorite character and why? My favorite character was the poisoned husband because, although he was naive, he loved his family more than his own life. Kind of stupid but who doesn't love a seemingly selfless victim. Have you listened to any of J. Charless other performances before? How does this one compare? No I have not. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Yes. This would be a great movie. You wouldn't believe it was true. Any additional comments? Listen to this book and maybe if you get sick every time you eat a meal at home, you might suspect foul play before you end up half dead. But that might sound paranoid. Bet this victim wishes he had been wiser to the psychopathic mind. Fascinating and creepy What did you love best about Perfect Poison? Well written, hard to put down, intriguing look at a woman with a dangerous borderline personality disorder. What about J. Charless performance did you like? The reader does just fine when simply narrating and oddly enough does well with the female character's voices. He does seem to go over the top when voicing some of the male characters. Why, for instance, does the DA sound like Ted Baxter from the old Mary Tyler Moore Show? Any additional comments? Still a great read especially if true crime stories fascinate you. Like watching an HD security cam catch the crimes Flawed by the author's rather simplistic analysis and the narrator's overly folksy tone, the story nonetheless unreels like a movie in which the sanctity of compassion and ethics of healing are crushed by the everyday evil of an actual murdering nurse. In all sociopaths empty artifice substitutes for empathy.

Terror in Ypsilanti Audiobook by Gregory A. Fournier

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gregory A. Fournier) — Fri, 31 Mar 2017 02:45:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Terror in Ypsilanti Subtitle: John Norman Collins Unmasked Author: Gregory A. Fournier Narrator: Chris Andrew Ciulla Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: Between the summers of 1967 through 1969, before the term "serial killer was coined, a predatory killer stalked the campuses of Eastern Michigan University and the University of Michigan seeking prey until he made the arrogant mistake of killing his last victim in the basement of his uncle's home. All-American boy John Norman Collins was arrested, tried, and convicted of the strangulation murder of Karen Sue Beineman. The other murders attributed to Collins never went to trial, with one exception, and soon became cold cases. With the benefit of 50 years of hindsight, hundreds of vintage newspaper articles, thousands of police reports, and countless interviews, Terror in Ypsilanti: John Norman Collins Unmasked tells the stories of the other victims, recreates the infamous trial that took Collins off the streets, and details Collins's time spent in prison. Terror in Ypsilanti compiles an array of physical and circumstantial evidence drawing an unmistakable portrait of the sadistic murderer who slaughtered these innocent young women. Critic Reviews: "Gregory A. Fournier's thoroughly researched and highly readable account is certain to stand as the definitive work on this all-American monster." (Harold Schechter, author of The Serial Killer Files) Members Reviews: Disappointing for me I was interested in this case particularly because I was in the area at the time and as a 15 year old idiot did hitch a ride from Ann Arbor to the summer school I was attending, despite the rumors of a killer on the loose. This account is full of facts, but is written in a style so pedestrian as to make the reader's mind float away from an amazingly dramatic subject. The title is particularly misleading - I learned nothing about Collins, whose motives and psyche remain a mystery, far from the "unmasking" promised. Sorry, wish I'd gotten as much from this as some others have. Incorrect fact When an author gets a well known fact completely wrong, like the location of a murder case that involved the Supreme Court, I begin to wonder what other facts may be incorrect. Sort of ruins the rest of the book not knowing what is accurate and what is inaccurate. The Michigan Murders I preferred The Michigan Murders by Edward Keyes. In hopes that John Collins would indeed be unmasked in this book, I listened and waited. Some information at the end of the book regarding his life in prison was interesting and made clear that this woman hating killer needs to be locked up, until he perishes. But if you read one book on the subject, make it the one by Mr. Keyes. you won't be able to put down till your finished I sat for the entire book straight through, glued to every word. a must read. ok the last 7/8 chapters were not necessary! it was a struggle to finish it after the outcome of the trial!

The Bundy Secrets Audiobook by Kevin Sullivan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kevin Sullivan) — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 07:14:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bundy Secrets Subtitle: Hidden Files on America's Worst Serial Killer Author: Kevin Sullivan Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-17 Publisher: WildBlue Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In this audiobook is a unique, never-before-published look at the investigations undertaken to stop the depredations of America's most infamous serial killer, Ted Bundy. Presented here in an easy-to-follow chronology are the raw, unedited and most fascinating official case files as they appeared to the detectives from the Pacific Northwest to the Rocky Mountains to Florida. Book Three In Sullivan's The Bundy Trilogy, The Bundy Secrets completes Sullivan's opus by presenting readers with a "just the facts" rendition of the formerly classified files of the manhunt, as well as contemporary interviews, gathered by Sullivan from dozens of sources along Bundy's trail of terror. A must-have for true crime students of Ted Bundy. Members Reviews: Fascinating Story, Brilliant Performance I was fascinated, thrilled, & edified, by this story. Ted Bundy, is righteously dead. And, he always will be. Good read if you are interested in Ted Bundy this is a good story lots of facts in it sad for all the people that were hurt by him not as easy to read as a novel is Ever think "I could listen 2 K.Pierce read a list" Well that's about what it's like. Mr. Peirce is such an excellent narrator it made it listenable. Just like the 2nd of Mr. Sullivan's books on Bundy he toots his horn a little too often. This book is a compilation of case files with author notes thrown in. I'm sure in physical book form it reads better, but I couldn't get into it. Nothing "new" or "astonishing" revealed on the Bundy cases. Maybe some interesting notes by the family members or investigators prior to them knowing who "Ted" was. Not worth a credit. Not worth $10, but if you live Kevin Peirce and this thing ends up for $5 it's doable.

Fred & Rose West Audiobook by Ryan Green

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ryan Green) — Mon, 30 May 2016 07:30:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fred & Rose West Subtitle: Britain's Most Infamous Killer Couples Author: Ryan Green Narrator: Ernie Sprance Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-16 Publisher: Ryan Green Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: On the 24th of February 1994, police knocked on the door of an aging house in the English town of Gloucester. They'd come to serve a search warrant in the case of a missing girl - the daughter of the house's inhabitants. What they uncovered would shock the world: decades of child abuse, an underground torture chamber, and a burial ground containing the bodies of the spent victims of the torture - including that of the missing daughter. The address was 25 Cromwell Street, and these discoveries would earn it the moniker "The House of Horrors." At the end of the investigation, the number of the murdered was 12 - all young females, including one daughter and one stepdaughter. The couple responsible were Rosemary and Frederick West, and this book will tell you their story. We'll start from the very beginning, with the killers' childhoods and upbringings, exploring in detail the factors that contributed to their later depravities. From there we'll detail the crimes themselves, following the tragic tales of their victims, including the mechanisms that led them to their grim fates. We'll examine how the full extent of their crimes was uncovered in the subsequent investigation. Finally, we'll dig into the malignancies both surrounding the killers and within themselves that drove them to perpetrate their heinous acts. This book is not one for the faint of heart. It enters into graphic details that may upset those of a delicate constitution. It is a true life report on real events. If you believe as I do that we are better served knowing and understanding the full depths of darkness the human soul is capable of, then listen on and discover the story of one of Britain's most infamous killer couples - Fred and Rose West. Members Reviews: True Crime Yet Again Any additional comments? Fred and Rose West are some notorious baddies that I've heard and read a lot about in the past. This book was a concise telling of their story, an expertly crafted look into the truly disturbed. Green does a great job of knowing what to include and what to leave out and Sprance narrates the story in a satisfying way. I would recommend this short true crime book to any true crime lovers! This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast. not to bad, but wish it had more info First off I have to say: I do not particularly share the same beliefs as the writer that a lot of BDSM related play can result in death. but I am thinking it meant more as a " they are crazy, and just didn't care for safety"? Other than that the story was not bad. Creepy people like that live among us. though I do wish it went into more detail. Not gruesome detail but just more detail on things happened with the case. I was gratefully provided this audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator for an unbiased review via Audio Boom.. Well written book about a disturbing topic TARGET AUDIENCE: Written for those who are interested in the darker side of the human experience. Thankfully this does not delve deeply into the BDSM, but just shares the facts about the case. I would absolutely be comfortable with my teenage children reading this. STORY LINE: Details the story of Fred and Rose West from their childhood to their eventual death and incarceration.

Dean Corll Audiobook by Jack Rosewood

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Rosewood) — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 15:46:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dean Corll Subtitle: The True Story of the Houston Mass Murders Author: Jack Rosewood Narrator: Gaius M. Thynne Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-16 Publisher: Wiq Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In an area of Houston known as the Heights, boys had been going missing for years, but it was the peace-and-love 1970s, so police just called them runaways, even if they'd left with little more than a swimsuit and some change. When the truth was uncovered, and police - and the rest of Houston - realized the boys had become victims of notorious American serial killer Dean Corll, Houston recoiled in horrified shock. Residents realized that they had not only become the site of the most grisly mass murder in Texas history, but the worst mass murder in all of US history. The phrase serial killer had not yet been coined, and as body after decomposing body was uncovered from the dirt floor of the boat shed where Corll and his two young accomplishes had buried most of the victims, there were hardly words for what this sadistic lust killer had done. The depraved evil that Corll and his accomplices - two teen boys themselves who were promised money but eventually developed a thrill for the kill - was revealed as one of the cohorts, Wayne Henley, calmly, affably, told the stories of how, after sexually assaulting them and torturing them in unimaginable fashion, they would kill them and take the boys' bodies away to bury them beneath the dirt. This serial killer's biography will haunt you, especially as you learn more about the sadistic torture methods lust-killer Corll used on his young victims, all lured to his various apartments by people they believed were their friends. While Corll is dead, killed by Henley during the lust killer's last night of depravity, the case remains entwined in Houston history, and unforgettable for the families of those who lived it. Members Reviews: Robotic Narrator The narrator was extremely robotic in his reading, which really hurt the telling of the story...

A Family Business Audiobook by Ken Englade

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ken Englade) — Tue, 09 Dec 2014 19:21:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Family Business Author: Ken Englade Narrator: Stephen Hoye Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: For more than 60 years, Southern Californians entrusted the bodies of their loved ones to the Sconce family's Lamb Funeral Home. But the heirs to the fourth-generation funeral empire betrayed that trust with a series of gruesome crimes against the dead. Featured on ABC-TV's Nightline. Members Reviews: Mediocre Crime Is there anything you would change about this book? I would eliminate the last half of the book, which is mundane court proceedings. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? Very decent reader, great pace, no complaints. Could you see A Family Business being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? I could see this being a great 48 hours, short and sweet. Did not care for narrator! Interesting story but got too bogged down in courtroom legalese and lost my interest toward the end. The Scones got off way too easily, esp. David! What an evil bastard! The narrator is like nails on a chalkboard! Would you try another book from Ken Englade and/or Stephen Hoye? Yes, but it must have a different narrator.His voice is more suited for an announcer. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) The ending was okay but should be updated because of recent events. Would you be willing to try another one of Stephen Hoyes performances? No, not at all, I suffered through this one. Do you think A Family Business needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? Yes, much more has happened. grim, odd, compelling Would you try another book from Ken Englade and/or Stephen Hoye? I don't think I would, in fact. I think that the facts of this case were what saved this book and made it worth listening to. The narrative and the narrator both actually distracted me pretty badly. Too theatrical, something to be tolerated, rather than adding quality to the work. What was one of the most memorable moments of A Family Business? The facts of the case. I won't spoil it. Did Stephen Hoye do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? Not really, but then, there aren't many characters in this book- it's very authorial voice. So the fact that he didn't isn't a slight on him, just a reflection of the fact he didn't need to. If this book were a movie would you go see it? If it were a documentary, absolutely. Fictionalized? Nope, never, too schlocky. Any additional comments? A great true crime book without any horrifying sexual violence, which is a really niche space in the genre. I wish there were a way to search for that, specifically.

The Red Market Audiobook by Scott Carney

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Scott Carney) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:33:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red Market Subtitle: On the Trail of the World's Organ Brokers, Bone Thieves, Blood Farmers, and Child Traffickers Author: Scott Carney Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 02-28-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: An in-depth report that takes readers on a shocking tour through a macabre global underworld where organs, bones, and live people are bought and sold on the red market. Investigative journalist Scott Carney has spent five years on the ground tracing the lucrative and deeply secretive trade in human bodies and body parts - a vast hidden economy known as the "red market". From the horrifying to the ridiculous, he discovers its varied forms: an Indian village nicknamed "Kidneyvakkam" because most of its residents have sold their kidneys for cash; unscrupulous grave robbers who steal human bones from cemeteries, morgues, and funeral pyres for anatomical skeletons used in Western medical schools and labs; an ancient temple that makes money selling the hair of its devotees to wig makers in America -to the tune of $6 million annually. The Red Market reveals the rise, fall, and resurgence of this multibillion-dollar underground trade through history: from early medical study and modern universities to poverty-ravaged Eurasian villages and high-tech Western labs; from body snatchers and surrogate mothers to skeleton dealers and the poor who sell body parts to survive. While local and international law enforcement have cracked down on the market, advances in science have increased the demand for human tissue - ligaments, kidneys, even rented space in women's wombs - leaving little room to consider the ethical dilemmas inherent in the flesh-and-blood trade. By turns tragic, voyeuristic, and thought-provoking, The Red Market is an eye-opening, surreal look at a little-known global industry and its implications for all our lives. Critic Reviews: "Mr. Carney writes with considerable narrative verve." (Michiko Kakutani, New York Times) Members Reviews: Interesting and depressing I'd had this book on my wish list for a long time, and I'm glad I finally chose to listen to it because it is a fascinating look at the myriad of ways that parts of people are bought, sold, and traded across the world. Some are voluntary, some are financially motivated, some are criminally stolen. Buying blood, hair donations, organ sales, hired surrogates, kidnapped children adopted out internationally........the stories are both interesting and depressing. Because of the internet and the ease of world travel, local laws are not much of a restriction when laws of other countries allow one to obtain internationally what is not available locally. And sometimes even what one obtains locally could have been sourced internationally - with ethical problems attached - without one knowing. It's a complicated and ethically fraught web of problems. I did find the author a little overly preachy about some issues, but it didn't detract much from the overall effect of the book.

The Stranger She Loved Audiobook by Shanna Hogan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Shanna Hogan) — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 07:24:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Stranger She Loved Subtitle: A Mormon Doctor, His Beautiful Wife, and an Almost Perfect Murder Author: Shanna Hogan Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 215 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: In 2007, Dr. Martin MacNeill - a doctor, lawyer, and Mormon bishop - discovered his wife of 30 years dead in the bathtub of their Pleasant Grove, Utah, home, her face bearing the scars of a facelift he had persuaded her to undergo just a week prior. At first the death of 50-year-old Michele MacNeill, a former beauty queen and mother of eight, appeared natural. But days after the funeral, when Dr. MacNeill moved his much younger mistress into the family home, his children grew suspicious. Conducting their own investigation into their mother's death, the MacNeill daughters uncovered their father's multiple marital affairs, past criminal record, and falsified college transcripts he used to con his way into medical school. It would take six long years to solve the mystery of Michele's murder and secure a first-degree murder conviction against the once prominent doctor. New York Times best-selling author Shanna Hogan delves into the high-profile case, unmasking the monster beneath the doctor's carefully concocted facade. Critic Reviews: "Hogan weaves a cohesive and engaging account, and her narrative chronology makes this a compelling read." ( Library Journal) Members Reviews: The story of a true psychopath I always listen to audiobooks while cleaning the house and I found myself looking for extra chores to do so that I could continue listening to this story. From start to finish this book had so many shocking , unbelievable parts that it seems impossible it could be non-fiction. But it is ! If you enjoy shows such as Dateline and 48hours you will thoroughly enjoy this author's in depth telling of this tale . Unfortunately This is True! This was a VERY interesting true crime book. I personally had never heard of this prior to reading reviews. A novelist could not have come up with a better plot. It is terrifying to know this story exists. The key to this story was the red flags that the wife ignored even before marrying. As well, the husband was a very smart man. Too bad he used his genius for evil. I wonder if a move was ever made. After reading this, I Googled all the family members and some of their outcomes were so tragic. The saga this man created is like a curse. Very sad! Really Good True Crime Book I read a lot of true crime books. This is one of the better ones. Shocking story! This story is a perfect example of how you never, EVER, really know someone. This story brings out so many emotions... Anger, sorrow, disgust, shock, sadness, empathy and compassion just to name a few. It's astonishing that, after being married this long to a man (and I use this term lightly) who could do the unthinkable to his devoted wife who wanted nothing more than to please her husband and, be the best mother she possibly could be... And for what?... Another woman and his own greed and selfishness. This story also goes to show how, even the most seemingly perfect family can be highly dissfunctional behind closed doors. Another reason this story is so tragic is the fact that her and her daughter were aware that this psychopath was trying to kill her and, just days before she died, her and her daughter were convinced, rightfully so, that he had already tried once to kill her by overdose and she was very near death in that attempt.

The Evil at the Angel Inn Audiobook by Linda Rosencrance

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Linda Rosencrance) — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 12:18:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Evil at the Angel Inn Author: Linda Rosencrance Narrator: Tara Ochs Format: Unabridged Length: 27 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: A story from the anthology Masters of True Crime, which spans murder cases from the beginning of the 20th century to today. This is a must-hear for fans of true crime and will also be compelling to mystery and thriller listeners.

Caveat Emptor: The Secret Life of an American Art Forger Audiobook by Ken Perenyi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ken Perenyi) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:41:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Caveat Emptor: The Secret Life of an American Art Forger Author: Ken Perenyi Narrator: Dan Butler Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 352 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: The true story of America's greatest art forger! Ten years ago, an FBI investigation was about to expose a scandal in the art world that would have been front-page news in New York and London. After a trail of fake paintings of astonishing quality led federal agents to art dealers, renowned experts, and the major auction houses, the investigation inexplicably ended, despite an abundance of evidence collected. The case was closed and the FBI file was marked exempt from public disclosure. Now that the statute of limitations on these crimes has expired and the case appears hermetically sealed shut by the FBI, this audiobook, Caveat Emptor, is that artist, Ken Perenyis, confession. It is the story, in detail, of how he pulled it all off. Unlike other forgers, Perenyi produced no paper trail, no fake provenance whatsoever; he let the paintings speak for themselves. And that they did, routinely mesmerizing the experts in mere seconds. Members Reviews: Forgery to Story Telling In the last paragraph of the book, the author, a self professed forger and con-man, states that pressure from the FBI has persuaded him to give up forgery and that he is looking forward to his next 'project'. I think he found it in writing the book and that is was not a far leap from his previous 'profession'. Multiple accounts of cranking out huge numbers of forgeries from different artist with different styles in relatively short periods of time (weeks) and doing it with such quality so as to fool multiple experts, were simply hard to fathom in the realm of reality. Add to these his accounts of multiple relationships with elite dealers and rich collectors who befriended him from the first encounter and you have a fairly well written (and well performed) story that is extremely interesting but leaves you wondering if the classification of non-fiction was a mistake. But the aspect of the book that left me scratching my head the most was the author's pride in the quality of the painting while referring to them as 'pictures'. I don't know a lot of artist and I am not an art collector, but aren't pictures- photos? Had I bought one of his forgeries I would have at least had something to cover the wall. With the purchase of the book, I just feel duped. The 2 stars for the story helps me feel a little better. A fascinating story told by a fascinating man Would you consider the audio edition of Caveat Emptor to be better than the print version? This is a hard question to answer. The audio version is excellent: the performance captures the excitement of Mr. Perenyi's life and conveys the details of various painting styles in way that kept my attention. For an art lover, I think a hard copy of the book would be invaluable because Mr. Perenyi's career covers so many periods of art history and painting. Who was your favorite character and why? Mr. Perenyi was my favourite character because of his love of learning and of art. I was struck by his genius, his ability to understand an artist, his burning desire to paint, his love of technique, and his ability to move in all strata of society. I wondered if he was really "for real" - but, in the end, I didn't care. I loved being reminded that geniuses live among us. Another favourite character was Jose, Mr. Perenyi's best friend and partner, who died of AIDs.

Ted and Ann Audiobook by Rebecca Morris

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Morris) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 22:18:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ted and Ann Subtitle: The Mystery of a Missing Child and Her Neighbor Ted Bundy Author: Rebecca Morris Narrator: Lee Ann Howlett Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-13 Publisher: Rebecca Morris Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: At age three he was using knives to frighten his teenage aunt. By 14 he was a thief, animal abuser, and peeping tom who liked to pull little girls into the woods to scare them. Ted Bundy killed at least 35 girls and women, and possibly hundreds. Was his first victim eight-year-old Ann Marie Burr who disappeared from their Tacoma, Washington neighborhood in 1961? Her body was never found and there were no clues, just two tenacious detectives who spent the rest of their lives trying to solve the case. Was Bundy telling the truth when he told a hypothetical story about killing Ann and dumping her into a muddy pit? With new information about Ted Bundy's childhood, interviews with those who knew him best, and the memories of the Burr family, Ted and Ann is the story of one the 20th century's most fascinating cold cases. Rebecca Morris is an award-winning journalist who has worked in radio and television news in New York City; Portland, Oregon; and Seattle, Washington. A native Oregonian, her reporting has appeared in The Seattle Times, The Oregonian, People, Entertainment Weekly, New York Newsday, American Theatre, and many other publications. She lives in Seattle. Critic Reviews: "This is the ONLY book to read to learn the full story of the disappearance of Ann Marie Burr in August 1961. Fascinating!" (Ann Rule, New York Times best-selling author) "While Ted Bundy might be the greatest evil enigma ever, author Rebecca Morris strips away the layers of the greatest mystery of his life - what was his connection to the disappearance of Ann Marie Burr? This is an astonishing achievement, the missing piece that readers of crime have long sought. Bravo for Morris!" (Gregg Olsen, New York Times best-selling author) Members Reviews: Two stories intertwined Disclosure: I received this audiobook for free in return for providing an honest review. I began listening to Ted and Ann thinking it would focus mainly on Ted Bundy. After all, I'd spent my teen years in the Pacific Northwest, where Ted Bundy was often cited as a cautionary tale for not accepting rides from strangers, no matter how attractive or clean-cut. As the book progressed, I became immersed in the story of Ann Marie Burr, an 8 year old Tacoma girl who went to bed one night, went missing, and was never found. Ann's disappearance haunted her parents throughout their lives, and suspecting but never knowing for sure whether she'd been a victim of Ted Bundy compounded their grief. While Ted and Ann offers insight into Ted Bundy's background and behavior, it shared a perspective I'd never considered before: Families who'd lost loved ones in areas where Ted Bundy had murdered others, but ultimately never found out what happened to their missing loved ones. I found Ted and Ann to be a profoundly touching book, and at times was moved to tears by the story about little Ann Marie Burr and her family's struggle to learn what had happened to her. Recommended. Great book, interesting and well researched Tragic yet interesting story about the connection between Ted and Ann. Well researched. Great break from "the usual" perspective of Ted Bundy. Objective and without preconception. Not for everyone... Good read. Extensively researched. Well written. However, readers unfamiliar with the Bundy case may not appreciate this.

Serial Killers Audiobook by Jeff Kramer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeff Kramer) — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 14:28:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Serial Killers Subtitle: Most Horrific Serial Killers Biographies, True Crime Cases, Murderers Author: Jeff Kramer Narrator: Dave Wright Format: Unabridged Length: 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-16 Publisher: Aivaras Lukauskas Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: It is not in the natural wiring of a man (or woman) to take another man's life. It is even more unnatural when the person has a compulsion to keep taking lives, so that he satisfies some twisted craving. The psychology of serial killers is a bit difficult to explore. The reason is that it is not something that is set in rigid boundaries. It appears that after every murder, an extra layer is added to it. It also appears that the humane side of a serial killer dies a little more with every killing. Do you want to learn more about serial killers? Are you interested in knowing what led them down that path? If you do, this book does a great job of looking at what drove the different people to become serial killers. It is important to note that nothing justifies taking life but rather we try to look at what made sense in the eyes of the serial killer to do what they did and with no remorse for their actions. Members Reviews: Intriguing book! If you have any interest to know about the life of some true serial killers and their evil murderâs stories then this book will help you a lot. I am damn sure. I found this book last week and my best friend recommended me to read this book. Actually, she told me a serial killer murder story and after hearing that I always bother her to tell me more stories and at last she told me the secret I mean about this book that what all those stories she came to know from here. My Mistake Upon reading of the first individual written about I thought "how brief and limited." I had not noticed the length of this publication or I would not have bothered to get it. I'm sorry, but I feel I could have Googled and learned more about those mentioned in the book. To me this is something I would have expected a student to write for a report-- not even a term paper. I'm amazed at the 5 star reviews for this book, more like an article. It makes me wonder at what level are these people reading. I really hate to be critical of anything someone writes, as I realize they have tried their best. Maybe if this author takes a crack at something longer, and doesn't rush the story or the information, I could give a better review. Sadly I found thus to be lacking on many levels. Interesting how they turn out to be that way Not for the faint hearted, this book is as honest as it gets in the relaying of details about serial killers. The psychological analysis included in each presentation of the killer provides a brief background to the help the reader understand the killerâs biography and mindset. Most of them seem to be normal people, like most of us. It is interesting how they turned out to be cold-blooded murderers. Read the true crime This book brings the stories for you about the most dangerous serial killers of the world and the mind shaking incidents that took place. I read couple of books on this topic but this one is written in a way that really appealed to me. If you want to read true crime stories and know what makes serial killers so emotionless that they donât hesitate to kill anyone. Fast read Write up on several serial killers. Early life, what may have led them to do what they did, and conclusion. Nature vs nurture?

Smooth Talker: Trail of Death Audiobook by Steve Jackson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Steve Jackson) — Mon, 02 May 2016 22:59:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/499/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Smooth Talker: Trail of Death Author: Steve Jackson Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-16 Publisher: WildBlue Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Publisher's Summary: One morning in July 1974, Anita Andrews, the owner and bartender at Fagiani's Cocktail Lounge in Napa, California was found dead in her bar - raped, beaten, and stabbed to death in a bloody frenzy. She'd last been seen alive the night before talking to a drifter who sat at the end of the bar, playing cards and flirting with her. But the stranger, along with Anita's Cadillac, had disappeared. Unable to locate a suspect, police investigators sadly watched the case grow cold over the years. Meanwhile, a month after Anita's murder, young Michele Wallace was driving down a road in the mountains near Crested Butte, Colorado, when she gave two stranded motorists, Chuck Matthews and a man named Roy, a ride. Dropping Matthews off at a bar in Gunnison, she agreed to take Roy to his truck. She was never seen alive again, nor could a massive search of the mountains locate her remains. The trail leading to her killer also ran into dead-ends. Fourteen years later, Charlotte Sauerwin, engaged to be married, met a smooth-talking man at a laundromat in Livingston Parish, Louisiana. The next evening, her body was found in the woods; she'd been raped, tortured, and her throat slashed. The police suspected her fiance, Vince LeJeune, though he proclaimed his innocence to anyone who would listen. Meanwhile, the man from the laundromat couldn't be located. The three murders would remain unsolved, eating at the hearts, minds and lives of the women's families, friends and communities. Then in the early 1990s, a rookie Gunnison County sheriff's investigator named Kathy Young began looking into the Wallace case and identified a suspect named Roy Melanson, a serial rapist from Texas. Smooth Talker is the story of Melanson, his depredations, and the intrepid police work that went into bringing him to justice. Members Reviews: An excellent true story of a serial killer This books title describes the killer perfectly. The only problem I had with this book was with the author, Steve Jackson. I think with all the witnesses they had he should have been caught much earlier. I did however like this book a lot and would recommend to "True Crime Buffs " . As for the narrator Kevin Pierce is THE narrator for this genre. Great ! Chilling And Concise... tale of a cold blooded rapist and killer whose best weapons were a silver tongue and a slick manner. A good read for true crime fans Great Story This book covers 3 different cases perpetrated by the same man, and the work that went in to bringing him to justice. Although it starts out with the bartender victim, I felt that most of the emphasis was placed on the Colorado (the 2nd) victim. The synopsis that accompanied the book when I received it only mentioned the first victim in detail, so I expected that case to receive the most attention. I found the descriptions of the impact of the killer's actions on the victims friends and family touching, again, especially with the young woman in Colorado. I remember feeling frustrated that it took so long for justice to catch up to the bad guy, but also a sense of satisfaction as his attempts to paint himself as the victim failed each time it finally did. I also remember feeling certain that there are more crimes he is responsible for that haven't come to light yet, and I wonder if they ever will. Kevin Pierce does a great job narrating.