I liked the opening story (although I thought the courtroom part was a drag because it repeated a lot we already knew). I was not fond of the shorter crime stories in the back. An ok true crime read. ( )

More great ann rule ( )

Okay why did I love bundy so much but hated this ?? well didn't hate it was still interesting to read and facts, was very dense though I wish it had more murder? lol !I get that wasn't the point .. perhaps I shall only read serial killer books ( )

The centerpiece to this look at murder cases is Rule focusing on the case of Randy Roth. Rule calls him a modern day Bluebeard and the comparison is apt.

Roth we find truly hates women and woos with the plan to marry them in order to collect their insurance.

The first case is set up in typical Rule fashion. She goes into Roth and his victims background. This book differs slightly due to the time between two victims and Roth's apparent plans for more in between. Roth focuses on the women in this case more than usual and I think it's because of Roth's hatred towards women. I did like how Rule got into how hard it was and still is for female police officers and prosecutors due to them being seen as "bitchy" or mean if they raise their voices. Due to the high stakes with Roth when he is brought to trial it was very insightful to get into everyone's heads for this one.

After the main case then Rule goes into five bonus cases. Not all ended satisfactory (bad guys brought to justice) or I just wished for more details. ( )

Looking on bookcrossing shelf I see I did write a little bit about this book.....................

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on Friday, January 23, 2004

8 out of 10
I have decided to share more of my books. its a process ,it is hard to say goodbye to your books, but i am trying ;-)

This was a great read.

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(I said it was short)
The first story is apparently about Randy Roth. So might re read. ( )