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Amazing work by McNamara, with years dedicated to research and writing. Without her efforts, the Golden State Killer would still be living freely.
This book takes an informative and academic stance, so it may not appeal to all readers.

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4.75

Deeply emotional because of the horror of the crimes committed, and the commitment of the author to her craft, even beyond the grave. But ultimately uplifting because

the killer was caught because of how hard Michelle worked to catch him, and all the time she dedicated to finding his identity.

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3.75

As someone who does not read true crime, this book was incredibly compelling, and an interesting read from beginning to end. I became as invested in the hunt for "the responsible" as I was in Michelle and her impeccable narration. Her attention to detail is impeccable, her empathetic yet honest storytelling is unmatched. At times, the book was slow to read-it is chocked full of details. I am not a fan of true crime, and I do not particularly plan on reading true crime in the future. However, the book is a must-read for those interested in getting into true crime, or interested in a one-off true crime read.

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