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True Crime Case Histories - Volume 8: 12 Disturbing True Crime Stories
True crime books are not like other genres. I like to make certain the reader knows what they’re getting into. Real true crime is not CSI. It’s exponentially more horrible. True crime fans who have been reading these books for years already know this. Even television documentaries will skip over the truly gruesome parts of crime stories. In my books, I don’t skip over the details, no matter how disturbing they may be. My intent is to give the reader a better glimpse into the mind of the killer. There are twelve stories in this volume of True Crime Case Histories. One particular story in this volume was sent to me by several readers in the Michigan area. The news of a young woman’s savage death in 2018 was front-page news in Michigan, but the rest of the world may not have heard the story yet.
Volume 8 Longer stories, more photos, a bonus chapter, and an online appendix with additional photos, videos, and documents. Volume 8 of True Crime Case Histories features twelve new stories from the past fifty years.
A sampling of the stories
In this volume, you’ll read some stories that take place as recently as a few years ago, while others date back as far as the 1930s. There’s the story of a young Russian immigrant who came to the United States seeking the exciting lifestyle he’d seen on television, only to be stabbed, set on fire, and left to die in the desert by his own friends. There’s also the story of a brawny railway worker who couldn’t control his steroid-fueled rage. After killing two people and being sentenced to life in prison, he continued his rage behind bars. There’s the story of a young woman who was abducted while sunbathing along the Ohio River. A witness across the river saw the abduction in progress and identified the abductor, but after more than twenty-five years, the girl’s mother still searches for answers. Some stories made major news headlines, like that of the awkward farm boy from British Columbia who preyed upon desperate prostitutes, killing as many as forty-nine women while leaving almost no trace of their remains.
Plus many more disturbing stories.
The stories in this volume are shocking and exhibit human behavior at its absolute worst. Pure evil. However, these things really happen in the world. We may never understand what goes on in a killer’s mind, but at least we can be better informed.
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True Crime Case Histories Volume 9 is due out June 2022 and will feature 12 more short stories of; True Crime, Murder & Mayhem, Serial Killer Biographies, and True Murder Case Files.
Stories in this volume
Evans Ganthier, Rebecca Koster, Gary Vintner, Mikhail Drachev, Chris Andrews, Dennis Tsoukanov, Sean Southland, Konstantin Simberg, Jason Massey, Brian King, Christina Benjamin, Sheila Keen, Debbie Warren, Michael Warren, Marlene Ahrens, Charles Albright, Travis Lewis, Martha McKay, Grant Amato, Cody Amato, Chad Amato, Margaret Amato, Robert Willy Pickton, Marty Dill, Heather Teague, Joe Ball, Jared Chance, Ashley Young
Volume 8 Longer stories, more photos, a bonus chapter, and an online appendix with additional photos, videos, and documents. Volume 8 of True Crime Case Histories features twelve new stories from the past fifty years.
A sampling of the stories
In this volume, you’ll read some stories that take place as recently as a few years ago, while others date back as far as the 1930s. There’s the story of a young Russian immigrant who came to the United States seeking the exciting lifestyle he’d seen on television, only to be stabbed, set on fire, and left to die in the desert by his own friends. There’s also the story of a brawny railway worker who couldn’t control his steroid-fueled rage. After killing two people and being sentenced to life in prison, he continued his rage behind bars. There’s the story of a young woman who was abducted while sunbathing along the Ohio River. A witness across the river saw the abduction in progress and identified the abductor, but after more than twenty-five years, the girl’s mother still searches for answers. Some stories made major news headlines, like that of the awkward farm boy from British Columbia who preyed upon desperate prostitutes, killing as many as forty-nine women while leaving almost no trace of their remains.
Plus many more disturbing stories.
The stories in this volume are shocking and exhibit human behavior at its absolute worst. Pure evil. However, these things really happen in the world. We may never understand what goes on in a killer’s mind, but at least we can be better informed.
Scroll up to get your copy
True Crime Case Histories Volume 9 is due out June 2022 and will feature 12 more short stories of; True Crime, Murder & Mayhem, Serial Killer Biographies, and True Murder Case Files.
Stories in this volume
Evans Ganthier, Rebecca Koster, Gary Vintner, Mikhail Drachev, Chris Andrews, Dennis Tsoukanov, Sean Southland, Konstantin Simberg, Jason Massey, Brian King, Christina Benjamin, Sheila Keen, Debbie Warren, Michael Warren, Marlene Ahrens, Charles Albright, Travis Lewis, Martha McKay, Grant Amato, Cody Amato, Chad Amato, Margaret Amato, Robert Willy Pickton, Marty Dill, Heather Teague, Joe Ball, Jared Chance, Ashley Young
178 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 1, 2024
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Jason Neal is a Best-Selling American True Crime Author living in Hawaii with his wife, who is also an author writing Women's Fiction as G.T. London. Jason started his writing career in 1989 as a music industry publisher and wrote his first true crime collection in 2019.
As a boy growing up in the 80s just south of Seattle, Jason became fascinated with true crime stories after hearing the news of the Green River Killer so close to his home. Over the coming years, he would read everything he could get his hands on about true crime and serial killers.
As he approached 50, Jason began to assemble stories of the crimes that have fascinated him most throughout his life. He’s especially fascinated by cases solved by sheer luck, amazing police work, and groundbreaking technology like early DNA cases and, more recently, reverse genealogy.
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Jason Neal is a Best-Selling American True Crime Author living in Hawaii with his wife, who is also an author writing Women's Fiction as G.T. London. Jason started his writing career in 1989 as a music industry publisher and wrote his first true crime collection in 2019.
As a boy growing up in the 80s just south of Seattle, Jason became fascinated with true crime stories after hearing the news of the Green River Killer so close to his home. Over the coming years, he would read everything he could get his hands on about true crime and serial killers.
As he approached 50, Jason began to assemble stories of the crimes that have fascinated him most throughout his life. He’s especially fascinated by cases solved by sheer luck, amazing police work, and groundbreaking technology like early DNA cases and, more recently, reverse genealogy.
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February 20, 2022
Excellent as usual
The crimes covered in this volume are truly disturbing, especially the ones involving children. How can anyone believe their actions are right when others are horrified by them? We don't need horror books and movies when such real life horrors exist. As you can tell, I just finished reading the bonus story in this volume.
Mr. Neal's writing style brings these crimes to life in a way that you care about the outcome. I have to cheer when the prison door clangs shut on these real life monsters, keeping them away from us, our children, our loved ones.
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The crimes covered in this volume are truly disturbing, especially the ones involving children. How can anyone believe their actions are right when others are horrified by them? We don't need horror books and movies when such real life horrors exist. As you can tell, I just finished reading the bonus story in this volume.
Mr. Neal's writing style brings these crimes to life in a way that you care about the outcome. I have to cheer when the prison door clangs shut on these real life monsters, keeping them away from us, our children, our loved ones.
Includes photos
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October 11, 2024
Craziness
What an enlightening read. Frightening as well. Things are not always as they seem. What goes on behind closed doors is revealed in the stories written here. Some parts are truly grueling, but the writing is swift and the gore gets left behind quickly.
Actually, this book is eye opening. If something doesn't seem right, you should probably listen to your gut instincts. The writing is organized and kept me captivated from story to story.
On to the next volume. Thank you Jason Neal!
What an enlightening read. Frightening as well. Things are not always as they seem. What goes on behind closed doors is revealed in the stories written here. Some parts are truly grueling, but the writing is swift and the gore gets left behind quickly.
Actually, this book is eye opening. If something doesn't seem right, you should probably listen to your gut instincts. The writing is organized and kept me captivated from story to story.
On to the next volume. Thank you Jason Neal!
May 5, 2026
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Another fantastic volume in Neal's True Crime Case Histories. I find that they have a really easy to read writing style, and I very rarely know any of the cases, so I learn something new every time.
Another fantastic volume in Neal's True Crime Case Histories. I find that they have a really easy to read writing style, and I very rarely know any of the cases, so I learn something new every time.
March 29, 2022
Great!
I've enjoyed every volume of this collection so far and this one did not disappoint. Well written and the details and research are good!
I've enjoyed every volume of this collection so far and this one did not disappoint. Well written and the details and research are good!
March 2, 2022
These cases continue to fascinate me. I like the format Jason Neal uses. Each chapter is a single case. They each go into great detail while still managing to be concise. This makes it easy to gobble up each volume in a day or two. I'd say in one sitting, but some of the cases are so gruesome I have to have a break to get them out of my head before I can continue. The depravity of some of these people never ceases to amaze me. Would it be inappropriate to say I look forward to the next book? Kinda feels like being in favor of people getting murdered. I've read other similar style True Crime books, but I enjoy these most for the straightforward nature and good editing. Jason Neal is an auto-buy for me.
March 24, 2023
True Crime is always interesting. Whether the crime was solved or still unsolved, true crime stories are hard to put down. This book is no exception. I've only read Volume 8 so far, but I'd like to read the others. Volume 8 was a collection of eight true crime stories plus a bonus story.
Jason Neal is a great writer and tells the stories in an entertaining way. The stories aren't boring, like you're sorting through articles and documentaries.
I enjoyed this volume and look forward to reading more.
Jason Neal is a great writer and tells the stories in an entertaining way. The stories aren't boring, like you're sorting through articles and documentaries.
I enjoyed this volume and look forward to reading more.
July 27, 2022
Interesting true crime!
This book details twelve (thirteen when you count the bonus chapter), murders. The murders take place at different localities in the United States and at different times. Although I was familiar with some of the cases, most of them I had never heard of. If you like reading about true crime, you'll enjoy reading this book. I highly recommend it to other true crime readers.
This book details twelve (thirteen when you count the bonus chapter), murders. The murders take place at different localities in the United States and at different times. Although I was familiar with some of the cases, most of them I had never heard of. If you like reading about true crime, you'll enjoy reading this book. I highly recommend it to other true crime readers.
March 13, 2024
Many of the Criminals in this Book Should Have Been Arrested Much Earlier
It is one thing to harm other adults but to degrade, torture, and ultimately end the life of a child is the most heinous of crimes and yet these were supposedly Christians. I was raised as a Christian but through the years, I’ve become an atheist because many of these so called Christians are hypocrites and have violent tendencies. Overall, a great read.
It is one thing to harm other adults but to degrade, torture, and ultimately end the life of a child is the most heinous of crimes and yet these were supposedly Christians. I was raised as a Christian but through the years, I’ve become an atheist because many of these so called Christians are hypocrites and have violent tendencies. Overall, a great read.
March 27, 2023
Horrendous
The things some people have done are just shocking and heart wrenching. The lengths they will go to is absolutely disgusting. True crime case histories volume 8 gives great detail and insight into some shocking cases that you may not have heard of and is definitely a must read for true crime fans.
The things some people have done are just shocking and heart wrenching. The lengths they will go to is absolutely disgusting. True crime case histories volume 8 gives great detail and insight into some shocking cases that you may not have heard of and is definitely a must read for true crime fans.
May 6, 2022
Fantastic author, fantastic book
While the stories of this book are horrific, the stories need to be told, if for no other reason than to make us all aware of the very real danger within our society. This book is a great read, and will keep the reader's attention to the end.
While the stories of this book are horrific, the stories need to be told, if for no other reason than to make us all aware of the very real danger within our society. This book is a great read, and will keep the reader's attention to the end.
May 25, 2023
Sad book of men murdering women!
This is not supposed to happen! These are murderous men! Unfortunately sex trade women are not considered important! Sad stories of women killed for fun! Adults who can read about horrible ways to die!
This is not supposed to happen! These are murderous men! Unfortunately sex trade women are not considered important! Sad stories of women killed for fun! Adults who can read about horrible ways to die!
September 7, 2023
Sad but True
The punishment for the crimes were not nearly enough. It is sad to hear or read what a human can do to another human being. When kids are involved it's atrocious and inhumane.
The punishment for the crimes were not nearly enough. It is sad to hear or read what a human can do to another human being. When kids are involved it's atrocious and inhumane.
February 17, 2025
I’ve been a slow reader this linty since zodiac academy books are 1000 each now. Hopefully I can pick back up. These books are always good fillers for when I need a break from fantasy. It’s interesting to see what sets people off and how evil they can be
March 14, 2022
I have read all of the true crime case histories books so far I find them all interesting and love to read about different cases. This one did not disappoint.
March 20, 2022
Gory book
This book was creepy but good at the same time!!! I love reading horror books I'm Gonna read the other books
This book was creepy but good at the same time!!! I love reading horror books I'm Gonna read the other books
August 8, 2022
People get ridiculously short sentences for murder. And when they get out - spoiler alert - they murder again. Our justice system sucks.
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March 26, 2023Very good book
Great to read on vacation as the stories are short and go fast. I will read more by this author.
Great to read on vacation as the stories are short and go fast. I will read more by this author.
July 27, 2025
It becomes even more disturbing when you read about a killer that has been in your town. A good read.
October 9, 2025
skipped the last chapter since it was a repeat from vol 5. i barely got through it the first time, those poor sweet kids. ❤️🩹
January 8, 2026
The crimes in the book are horrific! dont know how anyone can actually do things like this to another living being
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