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3.84 AVERAGE
3.84 AVERAGE
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Mental illness, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Kidnapping, Stalking, Murder, Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Homophobia, Sexism
Minor: Suicide attempt
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An autobiography from the founding father of criminal profiling (who isn't shy about telling you as much) nonetheless is still a super great read: A well organized trip through the crimes and minds of America's most notorious serial killers in an attempt not to glamorize or condemn but understand. If we all had the attitude about violence that the late author, Robert Ressler does, that to truly do away with violence we must first study and know it, there'd probably be much less.
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This was a very interesting book! Lots of insight. A bit dated but still really good!
I enjoyed this, tho it was definitely dry at times. It was a really good intro into the history of profiling and criminal behavioral analysis. The guy is definitely using the book to pat himself on the back, but also it seems a lot of the time the pat on the back is deserved. And I agree with him that we shouldn’t execute people just to satisfy the desires of the public but rather keep obviously-unreformed violent offenders to study them to be able to help and prevent similar offenders in the future.
Some of the information is probably a little outdated, and the whole thing reeks of that particular FBI douchery, but it was a good read, especially for MFM fans and other true crime fanatics.
Some of the information is probably a little outdated, and the whole thing reeks of that particular FBI douchery, but it was a good read, especially for MFM fans and other true crime fanatics.
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It’s a really interesting look into how modern profiling was established. Some other reviewers have dinged it for being self congratulatory but this guy spent over 30 years working with the most disgusting people on this planet to try to make it easier for criminals to be caught before they can re-offend therefore making that only the United States but the whole world safer as he worked with other countries as well. So yeah he’s a little arrogant but in my mind I feel like he’s kind a got a ride to that
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An engaging and super comprehensive true crime book, with a really solid audio.
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I had a long, beautiful review typed out and my goodreads app decided to only pretend to publish it. -_- I'll try again...
So I read this book when I was very young. Early teens or before. Back when I still wanted to catch killers instead of write about fictitious ones. This. Book. Changed my life. It is what made me want to go into profiling rather than forensics. It is the reason I fell so hard for the show Criminal Minds (even though I know profilers don't actually do all the things they do on the show). I had already done research on a number of the cases he was involved in, and learning everything from a profiler's view was astounding. I was particularly intrigued by his interview with Manson. This book has sat with me over the years and it is really such a fantastic read. Especially for those interested in such a topic. Definitely one I highly recommend. Brilliant novel. Will read again.
So I read this book when I was very young. Early teens or before. Back when I still wanted to catch killers instead of write about fictitious ones. This. Book. Changed my life. It is what made me want to go into profiling rather than forensics. It is the reason I fell so hard for the show Criminal Minds (even though I know profilers don't actually do all the things they do on the show). I had already done research on a number of the cases he was involved in, and learning everything from a profiler's view was astounding. I was particularly intrigued by his interview with Manson. This book has sat with me over the years and it is really such a fantastic read. Especially for those interested in such a topic. Definitely one I highly recommend. Brilliant novel. Will read again.
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I'm that person. You know, the person who is fascinated by true crime shows, biographies of serial killers, and cult leaders and groups. My fascination in these topics stems not from the grisly and heart-wrenching aftermath of the individuals and groups that commit unspeakable horror upon their victims and families, but in the psychological makeup of the perpetrators of such evil. "Whoever fights monsters" is the story of one mans journey into the deepest realms of depravity imaginable.
Robert Ressler is one of the pioneers of the BSU at the FBI. Resslers tireless studyand investigation of the worst humanity has offered led to the creation of investigative tools and methods that, along with determined police and detective work, have assisted law enforcement in assessing the behavorial components of a crime that are specific to certain offenders. Ressler shares horrific details from some of the most well known criminals/crimes to outline how he, and other FBI and law enforcement agencies, including psychologists/psychiatrists, used the profiles that he and his FBI colleagues created to track down and confirm the identity of violent, serial offenders.
"Whoever Fights Monsters" is not for the faint of heart. The violent and graphic details of the crimes committed are disturbing and sickening, yet, in some regard, tempered by Ressler's study and experience. Ressler's insight is invaluable in putting the inexplicable into context. "Whoever Fights Monsters" is a thought provoking delve into the minds and motivations of monsters and those who fight against them.
I'm that person. You know, the person who is fascinated by true crime shows, biographies of serial killers, and cult leaders and groups. My fascination in these topics stems not from the grisly and heart-wrenching aftermath of the individuals and groups that commit unspeakable horror upon their victims and families, but in the psychological makeup of the perpetrators of such evil. "Whoever fights monsters" is the story of one mans journey into the deepest realms of depravity imaginable.
Robert Ressler is one of the pioneers of the BSU at the FBI. Resslers tireless studyand investigation of the worst humanity has offered led to the creation of investigative tools and methods that, along with determined police and detective work, have assisted law enforcement in assessing the behavorial components of a crime that are specific to certain offenders. Ressler shares horrific details from some of the most well known criminals/crimes to outline how he, and other FBI and law enforcement agencies, including psychologists/psychiatrists, used the profiles that he and his FBI colleagues created to track down and confirm the identity of violent, serial offenders.
"Whoever Fights Monsters" is not for the faint of heart. The violent and graphic details of the crimes committed are disturbing and sickening, yet, in some regard, tempered by Ressler's study and experience. Ressler's insight is invaluable in putting the inexplicable into context. "Whoever Fights Monsters" is a thought provoking delve into the minds and motivations of monsters and those who fight against them.