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I’ll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara

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tearuhbearuh's review against another edition

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4.0

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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4.0

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dark informative mysterious tense medium-paced

5.0

This book had me hooked from the first chapter. It's well written and leaves enough mystery behind to really keep you invested. Just when you think the elusive Golden State Killer is caught, something doesn't quite add up. This book was an interesting insight into the forensic investigation of crimes, as well as the life and dedication of Michelle McNamara. Her research and personal experience being intertwined with the story of a killer and rapist was interesting and gave the book a much more personal feel. Although in the end we never do find out who the killer is, this information is now publicly available. It's tragic that McNamara did not survive to see her life's mission fulfilled, but the Golden State Killer has been brought to justice once and for all.

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5.0

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challenging dark informative medium-paced

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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