Smoke, Mirrors, and Murder: And Other True Cases

by Ann Rule

Paperback, 2007

Status

Available

Publication

Pocket Books (2007), 480 pages

Description

A compilation of real-life crime stories includes the tales of a counterfeit priest, a serial rapist, a victim burned beyond recognition, and a con artist whose activities lead to murder.

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Rating

½ (53 ratings; 3.7)

User reviews

LibraryThing member NemesisClaws
Very surprised to find more positive endings in this book than usual. Rather got the impression the author wanted to write a book where choices made in time changed lives for the better rather than for the worse. Overall, I liked it.
LibraryThing member phyllisd
This book contained a variety of cases going as far back as 1960. I found the Mary Winkler case to be the most interesting. It shows the line that is walked between victim and villian.
LibraryThing member jlsimon7
This book as is the case of many Ann Rule books is a compilation of short stories. This one has a theme based on couples, not all of them leave you with a clear cut right and wrong. The stories are well written and worthy of Ms. Rule. I would recommend this book to anyone who has enjoyed reading
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LibraryThing member jeanniea
I like this book because, the stories are all true.

Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

2007-12-26

Physical description

480 p.; 6.75 inches

ISBN

1416541608 / 9781416541608
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