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Killer Cop: The Deviant Deputy Who Kidnapped, Raped and Killed
In July 1972, Deputy Sheriff Gerard Schaefer picked up two teenage girls, Pamela Wells (17) and Nancy Trotter (18), who were hitchhiking to a local beach. He told them it was illegal to hitchhike in the area and that he would take them back to safety. He lied.
Schaefer took them to a remote wooded area where he drew his gun, tied them up, gagged them and looped nooses around their necks. Schaefer received a call on his police radio and had to leave the girls but he vowed to return and finish what he’d started.
The terrifying behaviour displayed by the trusted officer was not an isolated case and would pale in comparison to the chilling truth that would eventually surface.
Schaefer wrote, ‘Doing doubles is far more difficult than doing singles, but it puts me in a position to have twice as much fun. There can be some lively discussions about which of the victims dies first.’
Killer Cop is a dramatic and gripping account of one of the most disturbing men to have sworn to serve and protect us. Ryan Green’s riveting narrative draws the reader into the real-live horror experienced by the victims and has all the elements of a classic thriller.
Schaefer took them to a remote wooded area where he drew his gun, tied them up, gagged them and looped nooses around their necks. Schaefer received a call on his police radio and had to leave the girls but he vowed to return and finish what he’d started.
The terrifying behaviour displayed by the trusted officer was not an isolated case and would pale in comparison to the chilling truth that would eventually surface.
Schaefer wrote, ‘Doing doubles is far more difficult than doing singles, but it puts me in a position to have twice as much fun. There can be some lively discussions about which of the victims dies first.’
Killer Cop is a dramatic and gripping account of one of the most disturbing men to have sworn to serve and protect us. Ryan Green’s riveting narrative draws the reader into the real-live horror experienced by the victims and has all the elements of a classic thriller.
103 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 26, 2018
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About the author
Ryan Green
32 books480 followersRyan Green is a true crime author in his late thirties. He lives in Herefordshire, England with his wife, three children, and two dogs. Outside of writing and spending time with his family, Ryan enjoys walking, reading and windsurfing.
Ryan is fascinated with History, Psychology and True Crime. In 2015, he finally started researching and writing his own work and at the end of the year, he released his first book on Britain's most notorious serial killer, Harold Shipman.
He has since written several books on lesser-known subjects, and taken the unique approach of writing from the killer's perspective. He narrates some of the most chilling scenes you'll encounter in the True Crime genre.
"Ryan Green is an incredible storyteller...he doesn’t just tell the story, he allows you to be part of it." ~Blackbird
Ryan is fascinated with History, Psychology and True Crime. In 2015, he finally started researching and writing his own work and at the end of the year, he released his first book on Britain's most notorious serial killer, Harold Shipman.
He has since written several books on lesser-known subjects, and taken the unique approach of writing from the killer's perspective. He narrates some of the most chilling scenes you'll encounter in the True Crime genre.
"Ryan Green is an incredible storyteller...he doesn’t just tell the story, he allows you to be part of it." ~Blackbird
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November 25, 2018
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
This is better than Green's previous books that I have read/listened to, but I really don't like the novelistic approach to the topic. I want to know what happened in regards to Gerard Schaefer, but I don't know what parts of this novel are real and what are just embellished for effect.
This is better than Green's previous books that I have read/listened to, but I really don't like the novelistic approach to the topic. I want to know what happened in regards to Gerard Schaefer, but I don't know what parts of this novel are real and what are just embellished for effect.
December 31, 2018
Killer Cop: The Deviant Deputy Who Kidnapped, Raped and Killed by Ryan Green is a true crime book. I gave it four stars. He was called one of the top five worst serial killers in American history by an FBI agent. It is difficult subject matter to read about a depraved man, but well written and fast-moving.
"Gerard no longer felt any need for normal interaction; he had found a whole new world outside of regular life, which was just for him. A place where he could explore his desires and control everything, like he was some sort of god."
Gerard Schaefer's makeup is described here: "He was incapable of forging a real emotional bond with anyone, because to him, the real world was always secondary. The fantasy world where he could be, and do, whatever he wanted was the one he wanted to live in, so he elected to ignore reality in favour of it."
I received a complimentary copy in an Amazon promotion. This did not change my opinion for this review.
Link to purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Killer-Cop-Dev...
"Gerard no longer felt any need for normal interaction; he had found a whole new world outside of regular life, which was just for him. A place where he could explore his desires and control everything, like he was some sort of god."
Gerard Schaefer's makeup is described here: "He was incapable of forging a real emotional bond with anyone, because to him, the real world was always secondary. The fantasy world where he could be, and do, whatever he wanted was the one he wanted to live in, so he elected to ignore reality in favour of it."
I received a complimentary copy in an Amazon promotion. This did not change my opinion for this review.
Link to purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Killer-Cop-Dev...
November 26, 2018
The monster unwrapped
Ryan Green has done an excellent job of unwrapping, layer by layer, the monster that was Gerard John Schaefer Jr. Beginning with his early childhood, the numerous events that impacted his life and molded his character came together to create the monster that abducted, tortured, mutilated, raped and murder young women.
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Ryan Green has done an excellent job of unwrapping, layer by layer, the monster that was Gerard John Schaefer Jr. Beginning with his early childhood, the numerous events that impacted his life and molded his character came together to create the monster that abducted, tortured, mutilated, raped and murder young women.
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November 5, 2018
Far superior to the author's previous book THE TRURO MURDERS, though it's done in the same novelistic style, with lots of invented dialog and similar embellishments.
April 17, 2019
7/1972, Deputy Sheriff Gerard Schaefer Sr. picked up two teenage girls: Pamela Wells (17), & Nancy Trotter (18),
Nancy had gotten free from her noose & then managed to get Pamela loose.
The red & blue lights were flashing through the forest. Deputy Sheriff Schaefer couldn’t be far behind.
9/27, Susan Place (17), & Georgia Jessup were waiting for ride.
10/23/1972, Elise Lina Farmer, & Mary Anne Briscolina disappeared from Pompano Beach.
& many more met their death.
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, violence, or expletive language &/or uncensored sexually explicit material (LGBTQ, child verbal/mental/physical/sexual abuse, human sex slavery, prostitution, & trafficking) which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive or have potential adverse psychological effects on the reader.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written true crime serial killer book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great serial killer movie, PP presentation, or better yet a paid-per-view mini TV series or even a documentary (True Crime; American Crime Story; Investigative Discovery). There are no references, works cited, or endnotes so I will only rate it at 4/5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; LisaatManybooks; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons (Washburn; MSW)
Nancy had gotten free from her noose & then managed to get Pamela loose.
The red & blue lights were flashing through the forest. Deputy Sheriff Schaefer couldn’t be far behind.
9/27, Susan Place (17), & Georgia Jessup were waiting for ride.
10/23/1972, Elise Lina Farmer, & Mary Anne Briscolina disappeared from Pompano Beach.
& many more met their death.
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, violence, or expletive language &/or uncensored sexually explicit material (LGBTQ, child verbal/mental/physical/sexual abuse, human sex slavery, prostitution, & trafficking) which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive or have potential adverse psychological effects on the reader.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written true crime serial killer book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great serial killer movie, PP presentation, or better yet a paid-per-view mini TV series or even a documentary (True Crime; American Crime Story; Investigative Discovery). There are no references, works cited, or endnotes so I will only rate it at 4/5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; LisaatManybooks; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons (Washburn; MSW)
September 28, 2018
Gerard Schaefer, Officer of the law and god of a sick and twisted fantasy world. The way Florida hands out death sentences today, I will never understand how this man lived. I will never understand how the simple fact that he was a cop, did not get him killed in prison as well as his sexually sadistic crimes perpetrated on young girls as young as 9 years old.
While Ryan gives us a brief synopsis of his early life and his lack of love/affection from his father, who what appears to have made him feel like scum, does not truly convince me that this is what formed his obsession with controlling life and death. I can only see it that he was born this way and eventually.
What amazes me, with psychopaths like this, is the need to live two lives. Gerard seemingly had it all, a great job with law enforcement, the wife who supports him completely and the ability to be able to take care of his mother sans the children and pets. He is the pinnacle of the wolf in sheeps clothing.
While there have been others that wrote on Gerard, I appreciate Ryan’s writing as he provides the facts, leaves his views on the subject out as well as draws you in emotionally. I have no clue why I love reading and watching a True Crime but I’ll continue to eat up every story Ryan brings to us.
While Ryan gives us a brief synopsis of his early life and his lack of love/affection from his father, who what appears to have made him feel like scum, does not truly convince me that this is what formed his obsession with controlling life and death. I can only see it that he was born this way and eventually.
What amazes me, with psychopaths like this, is the need to live two lives. Gerard seemingly had it all, a great job with law enforcement, the wife who supports him completely and the ability to be able to take care of his mother sans the children and pets. He is the pinnacle of the wolf in sheeps clothing.
While there have been others that wrote on Gerard, I appreciate Ryan’s writing as he provides the facts, leaves his views on the subject out as well as draws you in emotionally. I have no clue why I love reading and watching a True Crime but I’ll continue to eat up every story Ryan brings to us.
September 30, 2018
I received a free copy of this book in return for an honest review.
The author displays a deep insight into the character of Gerard Schaefer, and what drove him to commit such atrocities and inhuman murders on so many girls and women. The book reads like a horror fiction novel. There are scenes that are extremely graphic and confronting. It is very gripping reading, but not for the faint hearted. At the end of the book, the author describes Gerard Schaefer's childhood, in an attempt to shed some light onto some of the things that made him become the monster that he became. I don't completely buy this. There are plenty of people who had terrible childhoods, who did not turn out to be abusers or killers.
The author displays a deep insight into the character of Gerard Schaefer, and what drove him to commit such atrocities and inhuman murders on so many girls and women. The book reads like a horror fiction novel. There are scenes that are extremely graphic and confronting. It is very gripping reading, but not for the faint hearted. At the end of the book, the author describes Gerard Schaefer's childhood, in an attempt to shed some light onto some of the things that made him become the monster that he became. I don't completely buy this. There are plenty of people who had terrible childhoods, who did not turn out to be abusers or killers.
October 10, 2018
Dang, Mr. Green goes straight for the jugular, from the very first words of this book, and never lets up. It was hard to read in the regard that the atrocities committed by Gerard Shaefer are so horrible. Innocent women and children, subjected to his twisted fantasy. He is probably the sickest man I have ever read about. I can't imagine how he escaped the death penalty. Just because he's a cop? He used the badge merely to hide behind and cover his real interests. Mr. Green gives great insight into the twisted, brutal mind of Gerard Shaefer. It's horrifying to know that people like this walk among us.
October 3, 2018
EXCELLENT
You know you sort of have to feel sorry for this man as I did, at first...until I really understood how twisted he really was. A lot of people have things in their childhood but don't end up like him. Mr. Green researched these killers and reports all the pertinent facts in his books. His books are different. He relays all information like a story. In my opinion, that makes it easier to read. I don't have to stop so often because of the images in my head. Keep up the good work, Mr. Green.
You know you sort of have to feel sorry for this man as I did, at first...until I really understood how twisted he really was. A lot of people have things in their childhood but don't end up like him. Mr. Green researched these killers and reports all the pertinent facts in his books. His books are different. He relays all information like a story. In my opinion, that makes it easier to read. I don't have to stop so often because of the images in my head. Keep up the good work, Mr. Green.
November 2, 2018
Brilliant
5 stars for this incredible journey into the life of a very deviant & depraved human monster.
The retelling of events starts out with high intense action for the reader, but a place the reader comes to know as a comfort zone of the killer.
An interesting & insightful peek into Gerard's background & upbringing that is surely the key to his demeanor/behavior.
Classic signs that are now considered huge indicators for today's serial killer modus operandi.
Gerard, was trapped in his own fantasy world of the sick & demented.
A great quick read for true crime fans.
5 stars for this incredible journey into the life of a very deviant & depraved human monster.
The retelling of events starts out with high intense action for the reader, but a place the reader comes to know as a comfort zone of the killer.
An interesting & insightful peek into Gerard's background & upbringing that is surely the key to his demeanor/behavior.
Classic signs that are now considered huge indicators for today's serial killer modus operandi.
Gerard, was trapped in his own fantasy world of the sick & demented.
A great quick read for true crime fans.
April 25, 2019
What a true serial killer is
Well written, riveting and hard to put down. Mr. Green brings the characters up front and personal. You can feel the victims pain as well as the killers excitement while not able to believe how someone can do these things. I have read a few of Mr. Green's books and look forward to reading more!! Would recommend this book and any of Mr. Green's book to readers which enjoy true crime and books which are hard to put down. Keep the stories coming!! You have a faithful reader waiting to read them.
Thank you.
Well written, riveting and hard to put down. Mr. Green brings the characters up front and personal. You can feel the victims pain as well as the killers excitement while not able to believe how someone can do these things. I have read a few of Mr. Green's books and look forward to reading more!! Would recommend this book and any of Mr. Green's book to readers which enjoy true crime and books which are hard to put down. Keep the stories coming!! You have a faithful reader waiting to read them.
Thank you.
October 1, 2018
Thank you to the author for supplying an ARC copy in return for my honest review.
It is never a hardship to read this author who has rapidly become my favourite true crime writer. He has a knack of getting into the perpertrator’s pysche. The telling of Schaefer’s crimes is well researched but told in a way that engages the reader unlike some books where you feel the author has cribbed from Wikipedia.
It is never a hardship to read this author who has rapidly become my favourite true crime writer. He has a knack of getting into the perpertrator’s pysche. The telling of Schaefer’s crimes is well researched but told in a way that engages the reader unlike some books where you feel the author has cribbed from Wikipedia.
September 28, 2018
A terrific read! There is obviously a ton of research done but it is not in any way “dry”. I felt drawn right in to the story.
I should know by now not to start one of this authours books in the evening, especially when I have to work in the morning.
Thank you to the authour for the complimentary copy in return for an honest review.
I should know by now not to start one of this authours books in the evening, especially when I have to work in the morning.
Thank you to the authour for the complimentary copy in return for an honest review.
October 1, 2018
Fascinating book!
This book not only details the crimes of serial killer, Gerard Schaefer, but it also delves into his depraved mind. This is a truly chilling story. I did find a couple of errors ( the day on which two of Schaefer's victims were kidnapped was listed twice and both Susan and Sarah were listed as the first name of the Place girl who was kidnapped by Schaefer).
This book not only details the crimes of serial killer, Gerard Schaefer, but it also delves into his depraved mind. This is a truly chilling story. I did find a couple of errors ( the day on which two of Schaefer's victims were kidnapped was listed twice and both Susan and Sarah were listed as the first name of the Place girl who was kidnapped by Schaefer).
October 15, 2018
Chillingly excellent!
Mr. Green puts all the dots together and delivers a gruesome serial murderer to your lap. He tells his stories with such chilling detail and brings you right into the mangrove forests where the sinister crimes are committed. So much so that you feel the bite of his fist and hear the creak of the ropes. Definitely a book to keep you awake at night!
Mr. Green puts all the dots together and delivers a gruesome serial murderer to your lap. He tells his stories with such chilling detail and brings you right into the mangrove forests where the sinister crimes are committed. So much so that you feel the bite of his fist and hear the creak of the ropes. Definitely a book to keep you awake at night!
October 16, 2018
This is the stuff that nightmares are made of. Green definitely has a grip on the psyche of a sick individual. Though I don't normally read true crime, this story is written with a blend of documentary and insightfulness that makes it hard to put down. Even knowing the final outcome, you can't help but take a peek inside the mind of a psychopath.
November 10, 2018
Killer Cop: The Deviant Deputy Who Kidnapped, Raped and Killed was a good read by Ryan Green. This book chronicled Deputy Sheriff Gerard Schaefer. In 1972 he picked up two teenage girls that he found hitchhiking. He lied to them to take out his cruel fantasies. This was only the beginning of his horrendous crimes. I enjoyed reading this true crime story.
October 3, 2018
Killer Cop
Ryan Green is the best true crime writer that I have read. He tells the story from the killers point of view. He keeps it interesting but real. I have read all of his books. Every one was well written.
Ryan Green is the best true crime writer that I have read. He tells the story from the killers point of view. He keeps it interesting but real. I have read all of his books. Every one was well written.
November 5, 2018
This story is told well throughout the book. It captures your attention right away and tells the story in a very disturbing and painful way. You will see how sadistic this cop was through his actions and behavior.
December 31, 2018
Well written, horrible story
I thought the book was well written but I often cringed reading the details. The raping of innocent, young women should never get to the point where it doesn’t effect us as a society.
I thought the book was well written but I often cringed reading the details. The raping of innocent, young women should never get to the point where it doesn’t effect us as a society.
May 3, 2022
Dry and boring.
The story relayed in this book is not new to me and I think it was told much better on true crime tv. The writing style was more like reading an encyclopedia than a book. I also am of the opinion that the language should match the location of the story, so it should have been written in American English and not in British English.
The story relayed in this book is not new to me and I think it was told much better on true crime tv. The writing style was more like reading an encyclopedia than a book. I also am of the opinion that the language should match the location of the story, so it should have been written in American English and not in British English.
April 26, 2023
Killer Cop
Ryan Green is one of the best true crime writers. He gives so much more than a summary of the crimes he writes about. This book was made for those who enjoy reading about criminals and the psychology of their lives.
Ryan Green is one of the best true crime writers. He gives so much more than a summary of the crimes he writes about. This book was made for those who enjoy reading about criminals and the psychology of their lives.
September 30, 2018
Riveting!
I have read true crime for 20 years. Ryan Green has a unique approach delving into the mind of a psychopath. A great read.
I have read true crime for 20 years. Ryan Green has a unique approach delving into the mind of a psychopath. A great read.
October 27, 2018
Pretty good
It's been quite a while since I've read a true crime story and this one was pretty good. Makes me think I should try some more!
It's been quite a while since I've read a true crime story and this one was pretty good. Makes me think I should try some more!
December 27, 2018
What the €{*{£|!
Written in a manner that makes you want to turn the next page this true tale will make your heart jump when you consider that these people walk amongst us.
Written in a manner that makes you want to turn the next page this true tale will make your heart jump when you consider that these people walk amongst us.
January 13, 2019
enjoyed it, sad but true, good read of true crimes
January 24, 2019
It was a fast reading. Love the book an can’t put it down.
November 27, 2022
Almost felt like this was a documentary. Not really to my liking.
September 30, 2018
Disturbing
For any fan of true crime this is a must read. Ryan does an amazing job telling this story. Will leave you wondering if the police aren't to be trusted, who is?
For any fan of true crime this is a must read. Ryan does an amazing job telling this story. Will leave you wondering if the police aren't to be trusted, who is?
February 22, 2019
I am a huge true crime and serial killer buff and the synopsis of this book piqued my interest. Going in to it I didn't have too high expectations since the book was only about 100 pages, but I felt that it would still be an interesting story since it is based off of a true story. Well was I disappointed. To get right to the point, the writing style was bad and the story felt flat, like there just wasn't any real substance. I had to push myself to finish this, hoping that somewhere in the 100 pages it would suck me in. Nope. This book is so far my most disappointing read of 2019, and if I could of given it less than 1 star I would have. Don't get me wrong, I loved the idea of telling this story and how this cop used his power for nefarious purposes, but the writing just did not do it justice.
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