Biographies & Memoirs

Flat Broke with Two Goats: A Memoir
Flat Broke with Two Goats: A Memoir

Review:I appreciate the author’s honesty. She tells about her life after foreclosure and her experience with a few goats and an old cabin. She paints a vivid picture of the natural beauty of the Appalachian mountains. Unfortunately, she is just a terribly irresponsible and selfish person so much that I had trouble enjoying her book. Her family maxed out credit cards and failed to pay taxes for several years while going on European vacations, sending her kids to private school, living in a big home, and... Read more

My Happy Days in Hollywood: A Memoir
My Happy Days in Hollywood: A Memoir

Review:I loved reading this. It was written by someone I've admired, and wanted to know more about. I love "celebrity autobiographies", and learning about the backgrounds of people who eventually built careers for themselves is always fascinating. This is a goodhearted man, with good common sense, and also a strong family and moral code. This is for anyone who is interested in Hollywood, and the back office goings on. Read more

and the Darkness That Ended the Sixties - My Story of Charles Manson
and the Darkness That Ended the Sixties - My Story of Charles Manson

Review:I've been fascinated by the story of Charles Manson and the Family since I was a teenager. Now as an adult and a prosecutor I'm even more fascinated by the psychology and sociology behind the story. This book is an amazing first-hand account, masterfully told with tremendous insight. Thank you, Ms. Lake, for sharing your story. A must read! Read more

The True Story of a Mother's Love - and a Cold-Blooded Texas Murder
The True Story of a Mother's Love - and a Cold-Blooded Texas Murder

Review:What a sad story brilliantly written by Kathryn Casey.. I have seen the made for TV movie of this book.. of course,
the book is better since it gives the whole story... READ IT.. you will love it if you are a fan if true crime.. Read more

A True Story of Murder and Justice - A Killer Among Us
A True Story of Murder and Justice - A Killer Among Us

Review:This true crime is heavily viewed through the victim's family. Although their anguish clearly inspired the investigation and prosecution, the real hero is law enforcement that doggedly persisted to the final resolution. If criminals facing justice gives you peace of mind, you'll sleep well after reading this book. Read more

In the Name of Love
In the Name of Love

Review:I have read everything Ann Rule has written. The first story was too long. It was told from the widow's viewpoint. I understand that she was also victimized, but it was just too tedious. The shoter stories were more readable. Read more

Lust Killer, Updated Edition
Lust Killer, Updated Edition

Review:I thought the book was very engaging and also interesting. I was born at the end of 1969 and kept thinking that these murders Brudos was doing; my mother was pregnant with me at the time. I recommend the book to true crime enthusiasts. It is very informative and interesting. Read more

and the Murder of Her Children - Her Mysterious Disappearance
and the Murder of Her Children - Her Mysterious Disappearance

Review:This book was so well written and impossible to put down. It never felt like the authors were embellishing or filling in the blanks like some true crime books do. It gave deep insight into Josh and Susan's relationship and helped explain the seemingly unexplainable. Read more

Lying in Wait: Ann Rule's Crime Files: Vol.17
Lying in Wait: Ann Rule's Crime Files: Vol.17

Review:Ann Rule is and has been my favorite author since I was a teenager! She helped me realize my dream was to be in law enforcement. It's amazing to read all her details of each story like she lived through it! Rest In Peace Ann! Read more

A True Story of Southern Family Pride - and Multiple Murder (Onyx)
A True Story of Southern Family Pride - and Multiple Murder (Onyx)

Review:SAW THE MOVIE.READ THE BOOK....AND STILL SHOCKED AT THE EVILNESS OF FRITZ AND SUSIE.THE MURDERS OF THE INNOCENTS WHO LOVES SUSIE( BY SUSIE AND FRITZ),REDUCED ME TO TEARS.A VERY SAD SENSELESS TRADGEDY. Read more

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