Smoke, Mirrors, and Murder
And Other True Cases (Ann Rule's Crime Files Book 12)
What's it about
Have you ever wondered what drives seemingly ordinary people to commit the most monstrous acts? Get ready to peer behind the masks of your neighbors and colleagues as you explore the chilling psychology of killers who walk among us, hiding their dark secrets in plain sight. You'll uncover the twisted motives behind a respected police officer's deadly rampage and dissect the calculated deception of a wife who murdered her husband for insurance money. Ann Rule exposes the smoke and mirrors these criminals use, revealing the subtle red flags and warning signs you can learn to spot before it's too late.
Meet the author
Ann Rule is widely regarded as the queen of true crime, having defined the genre with her meticulous research and unparalleled insight into the criminal mind. A former Seattle police officer, she brought a unique law enforcement perspective to her writing, which began with articles for true-crime magazines. Rule's groundbreaking work, particularly her personal connection to Ted Bundy, established her as a master storyteller who humanized victims and explored the chilling reality that evil can lurk terrifyingly close to home.
What's it about
Have you ever wondered what drives seemingly ordinary people to commit the most monstrous acts? Get ready to peer behind the masks of your neighbors and colleagues as you explore the chilling psychology of killers who walk among us, hiding their dark secrets in plain sight. You'll uncover the twisted motives behind a respected police officer's deadly rampage and dissect the calculated deception of a wife who murdered her husband for insurance money. Ann Rule exposes the smoke and mirrors these criminals use, revealing the subtle red flags and warning signs you can learn to spot before it's too late.
Meet the author
Ann Rule is widely regarded as the queen of true crime, having defined the genre with her meticulous research and unparalleled insight into the criminal mind. A former Seattle police officer, she brought a unique law enforcement perspective to her writing, which began with articles for true-crime magazines. Rule's groundbreaking work, particularly her personal connection to Ted Bundy, established her as a master storyteller who humanized victims and explored the chilling reality that evil can lurk terrifyingly close to home.
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