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The Stranger Beside Me

Ann Rule

4.01 AVERAGE

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I never thought I would finish this book. Even though it was extremely long, I did learn a lot from reading it. It was a little repetitive but kept me interested until the end. I do recommend reading it.
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Wow. Really illustrates how being white, male, moderately attractive, and intelligent let(s) you get away with all kinds of things. Just how one could ignore the vehicle and similar first name is wild!!
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this story is exciting and interesting. you will learn more about ted bundy (who doesn't want to know more about him?) and ann rule takes you through the entire case agnst. him. I will note Ted Bundy said she exaggerated their relationship. Who cares? it's a good non fiction read.

DNF—37%

I’ve finally given up on this one. It’s supposed to be the Holy Grail of True Crime, but I found Ann Rule’s writing style to be incredibly boring.

 Rule had my full attention. Extremely detialed, including trial information, early years, and last days. While it still facinates me the kind of split person Bundy could portray Rule rightly points out this man was just a liar and master manipulator who ruined so many families