Mixed Minds discussion

1. Had you heard of Israel Keyes before reading this book? Why do you think his crimes haven’t been shared in the same light as other serial killers? Why do you think true crime and serial killers are so fascinating?

2. What are your thoughts on the length of the investigation? Did the investigators make any errors during the investigation? If so, do you think said errors slowed down Keyes arrest?

3. How does True Crime compare to other fictional stories and movies? Do you believe in the Mark Twain quote, “Truth is stranger than fiction”? Was it more unsettling that you were able to look up the people involved and put a face to a name?

4. Do you think Keyes wanted to get caught?

5. What do you think motivated Israel Keyes to commit such heinous crimes?

6. Do you notice any patterns in Keyes victims?

7. Do you think the media has a responsibility to report on cases like Keyes?

8. Were there moments where you questioned the ethics of the investigators' decisions?

9. Nature vs Nurture?

10. How did reading American Predator affect you personally? Did it change your views on crime, law enforcement, or the criminal justice system?