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True Crime Stories Volume 2: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases
A little girl gets snatched while playing in the snow and her tiny body is found days later. This is a 43-year old murder mystery that was finally solved, but was it really? There are many people who don’t think so. There’s also the story of a transgender woman who died in terribly suspicious circumstances, a case that would come to be the focus of change amongst the local police force due to the interactions she had with officers on the night of her death, as well as cause an outcry amongst the community. And who really killed the Al-Hilli family in the French Alps, leaving two little girls without parents, and why? Was there a link to a Middle Eastern dictator? And what secrets did Mrs. Al-Hilli keep from her family?
These are just a few of the cases discussed in this true crime anthology. From the victim or victims, the crime scene, and the criminal investigations that ensued, we follow twelve true crime stories, some of which are solved, and some that are still a mystery. We also take a look at cases where wrongful convictions have occurred, and why. These true murder stories will take you on a journey across the globe, and even back in time in some cases. Family massacres, individual true crime murder cases, and situations where murder goes unseen in a suicide case, plus many more, will all keep you enthralled, from chapter to chapter.
These are just a few of the cases discussed in this true crime anthology. From the victim or victims, the crime scene, and the criminal investigations that ensued, we follow twelve true crime stories, some of which are solved, and some that are still a mystery. We also take a look at cases where wrongful convictions have occurred, and why. These true murder stories will take you on a journey across the globe, and even back in time in some cases. Family massacres, individual true crime murder cases, and situations where murder goes unseen in a suicide case, plus many more, will all keep you enthralled, from chapter to chapter.
135 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 10, 2016
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Jack Rosewood
91 books146 followersI live in one of the most beautiful places in Florida, Jupiter, with my wife, two kids and our golden retriever, Vincent. I've been a full time author for the last 15 years and I wouldn't trade it against anything in the world!
My father was a journalist and wrote about some of the worst crimes you could ever imagine, and that's where my big interest from serial killers and other horrible crimes comes from. Just to hear my father talk about the evil acts of Ted Bundy as we were out fishing as a kid are some of my best memories.
My father was a journalist and wrote about some of the worst crimes you could ever imagine, and that's where my big interest from serial killers and other horrible crimes comes from. Just to hear my father talk about the evil acts of Ted Bundy as we were out fishing as a kid are some of my best memories.
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June 12, 2018
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
I much preferred this volume to volume 1. It was a much more interesting read, and covers a few cases that last a number of years, and some cases that remain unsolved to this day. I personally like hearing about the unsolved cold cases because I could draw my own conclusions (be they right or wrong) about the case.
I really like Rosewood’s writing style. It is quick and brief, but it’s to the point. Having to write about twelve cases to fit two and a half hours doesn’t leave much room for massive amounts of detail, so it really feels like more of a brief synopsis of the cases, though in looking up these cases, some of them have barely any information about them at all.
I much preferred this volume to volume 1. It was a much more interesting read, and covers a few cases that last a number of years, and some cases that remain unsolved to this day. I personally like hearing about the unsolved cold cases because I could draw my own conclusions (be they right or wrong) about the case.
I really like Rosewood’s writing style. It is quick and brief, but it’s to the point. Having to write about twelve cases to fit two and a half hours doesn’t leave much room for massive amounts of detail, so it really feels like more of a brief synopsis of the cases, though in looking up these cases, some of them have barely any information about them at all.
March 13, 2017
Like the first one and even some littlte improvements. The cases seem more organize and have better explanations. Maybe it should deserved a 4,5/5 not a 5 styrats yet, but almost, maybe the third volume will achieve it! But it's definetly a series worth looking at!
July 15, 2016
For those of you who are fans of Mr. Jack Rosewood we should have anticipated a book which would contain another smorgasbord of a dozen true crime murders. He didn’t disappoint his readers the first and he has certainly not disappointed any of them here.
Once again, in this outing of his exposés Mr. Rosewood presents his fans and those reading him for the first time a smorgasbord/an anthology of a dozen true crime murders, murders which have flown under the radar of the news media but we were just as heinous in what had taken place, simply because they were basically singular events and not a series of them perpetrated by the same individuals. Murders, which had gone cold but eventually solved years later due to the vast improvements of investigative tools used by detectives, much in the same manner we hear about such cases being resolved today. Murders, which might could have even baffled Charlie Chan or Sherlock Holmes, with their strange coincidences or singularities.
For informing his readers in his usual style about these “forgotten” true murder cases I’m giving Mr. Rosewood 5 STARS.
Once again, in this outing of his exposés Mr. Rosewood presents his fans and those reading him for the first time a smorgasbord/an anthology of a dozen true crime murders, murders which have flown under the radar of the news media but we were just as heinous in what had taken place, simply because they were basically singular events and not a series of them perpetrated by the same individuals. Murders, which had gone cold but eventually solved years later due to the vast improvements of investigative tools used by detectives, much in the same manner we hear about such cases being resolved today. Murders, which might could have even baffled Charlie Chan or Sherlock Holmes, with their strange coincidences or singularities.
For informing his readers in his usual style about these “forgotten” true murder cases I’m giving Mr. Rosewood 5 STARS.
August 25, 2017
Kindle Unlimited but got 3 pack on a freebie day, don't normally do true crime or horror books, but have went through a good deal of his, the king of ick-gross as I think of his books. Not for the faint of heart nor the weak of stomach
A little girl gets snatched while playing in the snow and her tiny body is found days later. This is a 43-year old murder mystery that was finally solved, but was it really? There are many people who don’t think so. There’s also the story of a transgender woman who died in terribly suspicious circumstances, a case that would come to be the focus of change amongst the local police force due to the interactions she had with officers on the night of her death, as well as cause an outcry amongst the community. And who really killed the Al-Hilli family in the French Alps, leaving two little girls without parents, and why? Was there a link to a Middle Eastern dictator? And what secrets did Mrs. Al-Hilli keep from her family? These are just a few of the cases discussed in this true crime anthology. From the victim or victims, the crime scene, and the criminal investigations that ensued, we follow twelve true crime stories, some of which are solved, and some that are still a mystery. We also take a look at cases where wrongful convictions have occurred, and why. These true murder stories will take you on a journey across the globe, and even back in time in some cases. Family massacres, individual true crime murder cases, and situations where murder goes unseen in a suicide case, plus many more, will all keep you enthralled, from chapter to chapter.
True Crime Stories: 3 True Crime Books Collection (True Crime Novels Anthology)
True Crime Stories Volume 3: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases (True Crime Anthology)
True Crime Stories Volume 2: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases (True Crime Anthology)
True Crime Stories: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases (True Crime Anthology)
The Big Book of Serial Killers: 150 Serial Killer Files of the World's Worst Murderers (An Encyclopedia of Serial Killers)
The Serial Killer Books: 15 Famous Serial Killers True Crime Stories That Shocked The World (The Serial Killer Files)
See amazon page for full list of titles and sets.
A little girl gets snatched while playing in the snow and her tiny body is found days later. This is a 43-year old murder mystery that was finally solved, but was it really? There are many people who don’t think so. There’s also the story of a transgender woman who died in terribly suspicious circumstances, a case that would come to be the focus of change amongst the local police force due to the interactions she had with officers on the night of her death, as well as cause an outcry amongst the community. And who really killed the Al-Hilli family in the French Alps, leaving two little girls without parents, and why? Was there a link to a Middle Eastern dictator? And what secrets did Mrs. Al-Hilli keep from her family? These are just a few of the cases discussed in this true crime anthology. From the victim or victims, the crime scene, and the criminal investigations that ensued, we follow twelve true crime stories, some of which are solved, and some that are still a mystery. We also take a look at cases where wrongful convictions have occurred, and why. These true murder stories will take you on a journey across the globe, and even back in time in some cases. Family massacres, individual true crime murder cases, and situations where murder goes unseen in a suicide case, plus many more, will all keep you enthralled, from chapter to chapter.
True Crime Stories: 3 True Crime Books Collection (True Crime Novels Anthology)
True Crime Stories Volume 3: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases (True Crime Anthology)
True Crime Stories Volume 2: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases (True Crime Anthology)
True Crime Stories: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases (True Crime Anthology)
The Big Book of Serial Killers: 150 Serial Killer Files of the World's Worst Murderers (An Encyclopedia of Serial Killers)
The Serial Killer Books: 15 Famous Serial Killers True Crime Stories That Shocked The World (The Serial Killer Files)
See amazon page for full list of titles and sets.
May 25, 2018
Good mix
This book contains a good mixture of true crime stories. Many are obscure with the exception of the Drew Petersen case and the Elisabeth Fritzl tragedy. There is a really good full length book out there about Elisabeth if you are up for handling a horrific and depressing case.
This book contains a good mixture of true crime stories. Many are obscure with the exception of the Drew Petersen case and the Elisabeth Fritzl tragedy. There is a really good full length book out there about Elisabeth if you are up for handling a horrific and depressing case.
September 24, 2017
True Crime Stories Volume 2: 12 Shocking True Crime Murder Cases by Jack Rosewood and Rebecca Lo was another to voting book. Jack has a way of writing about these cases that will completely shock you.
August 2, 2018
Interesting but sad cases
Twelve more interesting but sad cases of murders, rapes and unsolved mysteries. At least with no statute of limitations on murder there is a chance that some of these cases may someday be solved.
Twelve more interesting but sad cases of murders, rapes and unsolved mysteries. At least with no statute of limitations on murder there is a chance that some of these cases may someday be solved.
April 25, 2019
again good writing from jack rosewood
the choices make the cases and hence the messages
jack's style of writing and his analysis are must reads especially for
those in the anthro-criminology field
entertaining, educating, and thought inspiring
the choices make the cases and hence the messages
jack's style of writing and his analysis are must reads especially for
those in the anthro-criminology field
entertaining, educating, and thought inspiring
May 24, 2017
Excellent
Another excellent read from Jack Rosewood with the added bonus of a detailed account of the Gore/Wakefield murders. It alone is well worth the read.
Another excellent read from Jack Rosewood with the added bonus of a detailed account of the Gore/Wakefield murders. It alone is well worth the read.
July 12, 2020
Good book
I just want to tell everyone what a great book this is . Yes some of it was hard to read but that is to be expected. A lot of research went into this book
I just want to tell everyone what a great book this is . Yes some of it was hard to read but that is to be expected. A lot of research went into this book
September 22, 2016
Jack Rosewood has done a fairly good job with all three books in series, True Crime Stories, Vol. 1, 2 and 3. Since they are all so similar, I am rolling a review of all three into this review. Mr. Rosewood’s writing is clear and the facts are well presented, except I wish he had gone into a bit more detail sometimes, as he jumps for the crime or evidence to the outcome rather abruptly and quickly. Some of the stories are about crimes that are solved. Some stories concern crimes, or probable crimes, that have gone into the cold case file. Some are about what might even be a miscarriage of justice, as his presentation of facts leaves the reader to wonder who or how a conviction ever occurred. The stories span a large amount of time. These are stories of interest, but stories which have not received enough coverage or exposure in the news or anywhere, for that matter. I enjoyed reading them, though I often wanted more details. However, Mr. Rosewood probably did not want to get caught up in minutia about with cases, which could easily happen, so kept things to a bare minimum. I really liked the format of the stories, as I could pick up the book, read a bit, and put it down when necessary, resuming my reading as time and circumstances permitted. I am not sure I would have enjoyed them as much if I had raced through the books, as some of the stories were not that easy to take. Overall, I enjoyed reading them. I think anyone looking for a good look at crime because of interest or career will find these three books well worth the time and effort. I highly recommend them, if you fit this type of reader mold. I received these from Library Thing to read and review.
July 20, 2016
Intriguing and fascinating, a good quick read.
This was intriguing and fascinating. Written very simply, it was a good quick read. Fairly brief, yet plenty of details. Through the many twists and turns, suspects seem certain and then the case collapses, then another perpetrator is in the frame, and so it goes on. Just the sort of read I like to get my teeth into-I love watching TV documentaries focusing on true crime cases, solved and unsolved so this is a great, easy read. It's not too exhaustive with detail so it's something you can pick up for a few short bursts in between doing other things and you don't lose the thread. Great for dipping in. Includes cases from years ago and more recently too. This book was very good and very interesting. I'll definitely be reading more of this author's true crime books-in fact I've stocked up and bought a few more already.
This was intriguing and fascinating. Written very simply, it was a good quick read. Fairly brief, yet plenty of details. Through the many twists and turns, suspects seem certain and then the case collapses, then another perpetrator is in the frame, and so it goes on. Just the sort of read I like to get my teeth into-I love watching TV documentaries focusing on true crime cases, solved and unsolved so this is a great, easy read. It's not too exhaustive with detail so it's something you can pick up for a few short bursts in between doing other things and you don't lose the thread. Great for dipping in. Includes cases from years ago and more recently too. This book was very good and very interesting. I'll definitely be reading more of this author's true crime books-in fact I've stocked up and bought a few more already.
October 5, 2016
I was given this audiobook for an honest review.
What a great crime biopic book; I could not stop listening. Mr. Rosewood discussed 12 shocking true crime murder cases from all over the world and from different decades. He starts each story by giving a background on the victim, or victims, to include the actual murder scene- the only exception is the living victim who was labeled the “Angel of Death”. He then discusses leads, suspects and in some cases highlights of the trials. He does an excellent job of delivering the facts of each case. It is depressing that so many of the cases he covered still remain unsolved. But, as in “Snatched from the Snow”, justice can be found for the victims even years later.
I truly enjoy this True Crime Book. I am looking forward to reading/listening to more books by Mr. Rosewood.
What a great crime biopic book; I could not stop listening. Mr. Rosewood discussed 12 shocking true crime murder cases from all over the world and from different decades. He starts each story by giving a background on the victim, or victims, to include the actual murder scene- the only exception is the living victim who was labeled the “Angel of Death”. He then discusses leads, suspects and in some cases highlights of the trials. He does an excellent job of delivering the facts of each case. It is depressing that so many of the cases he covered still remain unsolved. But, as in “Snatched from the Snow”, justice can be found for the victims even years later.
I truly enjoy this True Crime Book. I am looking forward to reading/listening to more books by Mr. Rosewood.
August 1, 2016
I have received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book is a detailed account of some of the most horrific murders ever committed. The stories are presented in a well-ordered and easy-to-read manner with each new aspect described in a separate paragraph. Some stories are about unsolved crimes which is a bit frustrating for the reader. However, the author simply aims at presenting those cases and leaving it to the reader to form an opinion about them. And one cannot but feel strongly about the victims and their families.
This book is a detailed account of some of the most horrific murders ever committed. The stories are presented in a well-ordered and easy-to-read manner with each new aspect described in a separate paragraph. Some stories are about unsolved crimes which is a bit frustrating for the reader. However, the author simply aims at presenting those cases and leaving it to the reader to form an opinion about them. And one cannot but feel strongly about the victims and their families.
August 13, 2016
More interesting cases for true crime fans
This volume contains twelve true crime cases as well as "Killing Cousins" and "The Making of a Serial Killer."
The case studies are all interesting and contain some details I was not aware of.
"Killing Cousins" is the story of the truly evil cousins David Alan Gore and Fred Waterfield of Vero Beach, Florida, who raped and murdered girls and women for the entertainment it provided them.
If I had proofread this book, I would have made 36 corrections.
This volume contains twelve true crime cases as well as "Killing Cousins" and "The Making of a Serial Killer."
The case studies are all interesting and contain some details I was not aware of.
"Killing Cousins" is the story of the truly evil cousins David Alan Gore and Fred Waterfield of Vero Beach, Florida, who raped and murdered girls and women for the entertainment it provided them.
If I had proofread this book, I would have made 36 corrections.
August 15, 2016
Makes me think ...
This book made me take another view on the death penalty. I've always believed that by carrying out the death penalty, we're playing God. God should be the only judge of who dies. However, I was so moved by the effects of these crimes on the victim's families, that I'm pretty sure both of these men deserved the death penalty. If a family member is so cruelly ripped away from you, how would you feel? To know the pain these men inflicted on these women had been done to someone you love, what would you feel?
This book made me take another view on the death penalty. I've always believed that by carrying out the death penalty, we're playing God. God should be the only judge of who dies. However, I was so moved by the effects of these crimes on the victim's families, that I'm pretty sure both of these men deserved the death penalty. If a family member is so cruelly ripped away from you, how would you feel? To know the pain these men inflicted on these women had been done to someone you love, what would you feel?
October 6, 2016
Shocking true crimes, Excellent narration and Well-detailed stories.
This book has illustrated 12 of the most shocking and gruesome crime stories. It breaks my heart to know that these crimes actually happened and that a person can be so evil as to rape their own child and held them captive for 24 years. The narration was excellent and the stories were well-detailed. I would definitely listen to this book again. I would recommend to anyone interested in crime stories. This is the best one I have listened to so far.
This book has illustrated 12 of the most shocking and gruesome crime stories. It breaks my heart to know that these crimes actually happened and that a person can be so evil as to rape their own child and held them captive for 24 years. The narration was excellent and the stories were well-detailed. I would definitely listen to this book again. I would recommend to anyone interested in crime stories. This is the best one I have listened to so far.
October 24, 2016
Source: I downloaded this book via Kindle Unlimited.
Cost: Free
Title: True Crime Stories #2
Series: True Crime Anthology
Author: Jack Rosewood
Overall Rating:
I love crime stories, I'm that person that has watched probably every crime documentary and crime TV show ever. And I love crime anthologies because part of me always wanted to be a detective, I love getting the facts and trying to decide myself who did it! This book has 12 crime stories ranging across from 1912 to the last decade. Especially older crimes interest me.
Cost: Free
Title: True Crime Stories #2
Series: True Crime Anthology
Author: Jack Rosewood
Overall Rating:
I love crime stories, I'm that person that has watched probably every crime documentary and crime TV show ever. And I love crime anthologies because part of me always wanted to be a detective, I love getting the facts and trying to decide myself who did it! This book has 12 crime stories ranging across from 1912 to the last decade. Especially older crimes interest me.
July 21, 2016
"Best Crime True Stories"
This anthology contains 12 cases of heinous crimes and the investigation facts. Some cases are solved while some are not and still remain mysterious. These crimes come from all over the world and also some as far back into many decades. These accounts are well written and described to provide a fast, intriguing read. Crimes never end ... so, the stories will continue.
This anthology contains 12 cases of heinous crimes and the investigation facts. Some cases are solved while some are not and still remain mysterious. These crimes come from all over the world and also some as far back into many decades. These accounts are well written and described to provide a fast, intriguing read. Crimes never end ... so, the stories will continue.
September 29, 2016
Less than 2 and a half hours to describe 12 cases doesn't allow for much detail. These are really just summaries -- interesting, but quite a few questions still remain about some of these cases.
Herschel J. Grangent Jr. performs just adequately. I definitely heard at least one mispronunciation. But not much is expected from a narrator reading true crime.
NOTE: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for this unbiased review.
Herschel J. Grangent Jr. performs just adequately. I definitely heard at least one mispronunciation. But not much is expected from a narrator reading true crime.
NOTE: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for this unbiased review.
October 23, 2016
The audio book version of True Crime Stories Vol. 2 was as interesting as the first volume which I also listened to. Twelve cases, more interesting to me than volume 1, are very well narrated so it's easy to follow. This is a great audio version to use for short transportation hops when you don't want to listen to something that lasts hours on the same topic. I received an audible copy from the author for review.
July 23, 2016
Not complete
I could not read this book because it was incomplete. It skipped multiple pages at a time...from 7-10 pages through the entire book! I don't know if there are actual pages gone or if my Kindle was faulty when downloading it. Either way it is unreadable. Had the option been available I would have given it a zero star rating.
I could not read this book because it was incomplete. It skipped multiple pages at a time...from 7-10 pages through the entire book! I don't know if there are actual pages gone or if my Kindle was faulty when downloading it. Either way it is unreadable. Had the option been available I would have given it a zero star rating.
July 28, 2016
Fascinating Read
This latest book from Jack Rosewood is a fascinating anthology of murder. Some case where solved years later, some not at all.
It kept me interested throughout. No conclusions are offered. That's left up to the reader.
I'm sure you'll enjoy this book.
This latest book from Jack Rosewood is a fascinating anthology of murder. Some case where solved years later, some not at all.
It kept me interested throughout. No conclusions are offered. That's left up to the reader.
I'm sure you'll enjoy this book.
September 28, 2016
True spine-chilling stories with horrendous crimes. The stories in this book really are shocking and disturbing. The narration was clear and the writer did a great job in the illustration. Overall, an amazing book to be read/listened to. I will definitely read more from this author.
July 14, 2016
Great Read!
If you like real mysteries you will love this book! It tells the each story with all the information you need and no fluff..
If you like real mysteries you will love this book! It tells the each story with all the information you need and no fluff..
August 9, 2016
Interesting book
I really enjoy books by Jack Rosewood and this book is no exception. I wasn't familiar with most of the cases so it was new information.
I really enjoy books by Jack Rosewood and this book is no exception. I wasn't familiar with most of the cases so it was new information.
October 9, 2016
Another great title in this series, this book is well written and the cases are presented in an easy to understand format. A quick and absorbing read for true crime enthusiasts.
April 20, 2017
(This review is originally from my LibraryThing Account)
I received a copy of this for free in exchange for an honest review
I enjoyed this book far more than I enjoyed the third book, however, this I instead listened to as an audiobook instead of reading. A different narrator should have been chosen or the voice director should have been different. The voice tone makes you want to fall asleep and seems so robotic, even in lines where it should be emphasized with some emotion they were bland. It makes it difficult to listen to and keep your focus.
I received a copy of this for free in exchange for an honest review
I enjoyed this book far more than I enjoyed the third book, however, this I instead listened to as an audiobook instead of reading. A different narrator should have been chosen or the voice director should have been different. The voice tone makes you want to fall asleep and seems so robotic, even in lines where it should be emphasized with some emotion they were bland. It makes it difficult to listen to and keep your focus.
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