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Grand Central Publishing
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As seen on Discovery ID, these two true-crime thrillers follow a neighbors' quarrel that turns violent and cyber-bullying that explodes in a double murder.
Murder Thy Neighbor: Ann Hoover is a nice woman but she's come to hate her neighbor. Roy Kirk moved in next door with plans to renovate. But as the weeks go by, his DIY construction turns to shambles. When Ann takes him to court, Kirk's retaliation will be shockingly gruesome.
Murder IRL: Jenelle...
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"Beyond the Headlines: Unraveling JonBenét Ramsey" delves into the perplexing and tragic case of JonBenét Ramsey, a young beauty pageant contestant whose murder captivated the nation. This compelling book explores the evidence, theories, and the ongoing quest for answers in one of America's most infamous unsolved mysteries. Through meticulous research, expert analysis, and interviews, it seeks to shed light on the chilling circumstances surrounding...
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Known as the "Vampire Rapist" or "Strangler Bill" for his distinctive modus operandi, Wayne Boden would rape, strangle and bite the breasts of his victims. His murdering rampage would continue in two cities over three years, he was only caught by superior evidence gathering and the help of an orthodontist. This book asks the question of "How do we really know our boyfriend or lover when we don't want to ask the questions, not only because we don't...
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"Beyond the Headlines: Unraveling the Menendez Brothers" delves into the captivating and controversial case of the Menendez brothers, who shocked the nation with their brutal murder of their parents. This gripping book explores the complexities of the case, the sensational media coverage, and the layers of hidden truths that emerged during the trials. Through meticulous research, legal analysis, and psychological insights, it unravels the motives,...
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"Beyond the Headlines: The O.J. Simpson Trial" delves into the captivating and controversial trial that gripped the world. This compelling book offers an in-depth exploration of the evidence, legal strategies, and the social impact of the trial of the century. Through meticulous research, expert analysis, and firsthand accounts, it unravels the complexities, controversies, and enduring legacy of the O.J. Simpson case.
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Curbchek is the story of a damaged cop, Zach Fortier. Fortier worked in the police department for the city where he grew up. One foot in the world of the cops, courts and legal system. The other in the world of gangs, drugs, thugs and street violence. Where the laws and rules are made by the strongest, the schemers and most brutal. Read about the transformation of Fortier from a green rookie to a damaged paranoid veteran seeing danger in every situation....
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A woman recounts her decades-long saga to bring her sister's killer to justice in a harrowing true crime story of domestic abuse and family perseverance.
From the moment it happened, Renee Fehr knew that Gregory Houser had murdered her sister Sheryl. Cruel, abusive, and increasingly violent, Greg had threatened to kill Sheryl if she tried to leave him. Yet Sheryl's death was ruled a suicide. And for twenty-seven years after her death, Greg continued...
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"Behind the Mask: Ted Bundy" offers a chilling exploration into the life and crimes of one of America's most notorious serial killers. This in-depth book delves into the psyche of Ted Bundy, examining his background, motivations, and the horrifying extent of his crimes. With meticulous research and psychological analysis, it unravels the complex web of deception and manipulation that lay behind Bundy's charismatic facade.
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"Behind the Mask: Jeffrey Dahmer" delves into the chilling and disturbing life of one of America's most notorious serial killers. This gripping book explores the twisted psyche, heinous crimes, and the shocking extent of Jeffrey Dahmer's atrocities. Through meticulous research and psychological analysis, it unveils the dark secrets and haunting details behind the mask of a serial killer.
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Delve into the chilling narrative of one of history's most infamous serial killers, Ed Kemper. This meticulously researched book offers a deep exploration of his psyche, childhood, and gruesome crimes. Unravel the twisted motivations and psychological factors behind Kemper's reign of terror, while gaining insights into criminal profiling, forensic psychology, and the enduring impact on true crime culture.
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Her Word tells a story.
A well-known story that's not being told enough.
Combining both fictional and non-fictional accounts of sexual harassment and assault, Her Word tells the fictional story of Scarlett - a seventeen-year-old girl whose whole world is changed after a singular incident one night at a party. We follow Scarlett, her friends, family, and others who have all been impacted by this one event as they navigate the new world that has been...
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On July 1, 1931, Mary Ann MacAulay married John Charles 'JC' MacKinnon at St. Mary?s Church in Souris, PEI. This mother of 12 children was a busy farmer's wife, whose optimism shone through her weekly column in The Charlottetown Patriot entitled "Mrs. Wiggs and Her Garden Patch". Mrs. Wiggs? writings not only identify her as an astute observer and chronicler of local events, educational issues, agricultural practices, and economic issues but also...
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Sixteen-year-old Patricia Columbo began working for pharmacist Frank DeLuca, a married father of five, in the 1970s, and the two soon entered into a sexual relationship. Against her father's wishes, Patricia and Frank moved in together. Then, in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Patricia's father was brutally murdered, along with her mother and thirteen-year-old brother.
Police were suspicious of Patricia's strange behavior after the bodies were discovered,...
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The Handy Candy Man is a non-fiction, historical, biographical, crime novel about the life of a pedophile who molested young girls for decades before he murdered seven-year-old Alice Louise Lee. Many knew about his deeds but none spoke up.
Alice Lee went missing before noon, without a trace, from Swan's Bean Yard in Trent, Oregon on August 29th,1960. It was a shock to the small rural community and it spread throughout the countryside and then across...
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Cazaré al monstruo por ti es, sobre todo, la historia del compromiso de un puñado de policías con unas niñas, víctimas de un depredador sexual, pero también es la historia de la mayor caza del hombre desencadenada nunca en Madrid, la Operación Candy. En el 2014, la Brigada de Policía Judicial de Madrid se enfrentó a un reto gigantesco: un tipo que raptaba niñas a plena luz del día, las retenía durante horas y las agredía sexualmente.
Cazaré...
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A world champion boxer tells his story of struggle and triumph, from his traumatic childhood to life in the ring and Hollywood celebrity.
In 1996, at the age of 41, Vinnie Curto won the World Boxing Federation Super Cruiserweight Title. He was on top of the world, but he'd gone through hell to get there. Born in East Boston, Vinnie grew up with a violent father who subjected him to years of horrifying sexual abuse. At age 16, Vinnie escaped by lying...
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Young children are being lured into sex-for-hire "stables," under the guise of offering money in exchange for modeling jobs. One victim has already committed suicide, and a thirteen-year-old girl's life has been forever changed.
Liz Trent, the young Assistant District Attorney, is obsessed with finding the traffickers and making them pay for destroying the lives of these young girls and boys. She goes undercover against a ring of human traffickers....
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This psychological crime thriller takes us inside the mind of a unique female serial killer, a prostitute who murdered seven adult men-a case with which the author was intimately, involved. The issues raised by this high-profile criminal case remain unresolved to this day.
Women, even prostitutes, have the right to self-defense in theory, but in practice, the story is more complicated.
This book will challenge everything you ever thought about prostitutes,...
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"Throughout his long and illustrious career, Mark Bowden has written about crime and was recognized in 2010 with a lifetime achievement award by the International Thriller Writers organization. The Case of the Vanishing Blonde collects six of his most riveting pieces-accounts spanning four decades of searing characters and unsettling tales to illustrate all manner of crimes and the ways technology has progressively altered criminal investigation....
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The Bundy expert's authoritative A-to-Z guide to the people and locations involved in the case against America's most infamous serial killer. True crime author of The Bundy Murders Kevin M. Sullivan provides a comprehensive guide to the notorious murderer's life and crimes. This alphabetized volume lists hundreds of people involved in the case as well as dozens of locations where significant events occurred. This veritable "Who's Who" of the Bundy...
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