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This book is about the crimes of David Parker Ray. I heard about him on one of the podcasts I listen to, and I was certain I had a book about him. This was the book. One of Ray's victims was found wandering the streets in a state, with a padlocked collar attached to her. She told authorities a horrific story about being held captive, tortured, and raped. Eventually, she led them to Ray, who was then caught and charged with several other crimes. There were a lot of characters mentioned in this book, and it was a lot to take in, but it all came together in the end. I've seen some negative reviews about the writing style, but the style was fine with me. I thought it was a pretty informative read about David Parker Ray.

bubblewombat's review against another edition

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dark informative sad medium-paced

3.5

So I liked the audio (it feels like it's always the same narrator for John Glatt books?), but I think I would've had an easier time understanding who was who if I was also reading the book myself at the same time as listening to it.

Because there were so many people, and several times I was like "wait, who's he talking about now?", but didn't go back to check because then it would be a pain to figure out where in the audio I stopped and yeah.

But I will say that it was an interesting, albeit too detailed book. I don't remember hearing about this case, or if I had I probably put it out of my mind. It's very surprising to me that this case, and this serial killer isn't more well known based on the types of crimes he (and his accomplices) committed.

lisag's review against another edition

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dark emotional sad tense slow-paced

2.5

All over the place. Repetitive about some details, then feels like it leaves out so much.

thebookgeekboutique's review against another edition

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dark sad medium-paced

2.5

nicolebond436's review against another edition

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dark sad tense medium-paced

2.0

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