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Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library)
Careless Whispers - St. Martin's True Crime Library
Author: Carlton Stowers
When the bodies of three teenagers were found on the shores of Lake Waco, Texas in July, 1982, even seasoned lawmen were taken aback by the savage mutilation and degradation they had been subjected to. Yet only 52 days after the gruesome triple-murder was discovered, frustrated authorities suspended the case indefinitely. — Patrol Sergeant Truman...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780312977047
ISBN-10: 0312977042
Publication Date: 1/15/2001
Pages: 480
Rating:
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4.1 stars, based on 37 ratings
Publisher: St. Martin's True Crime Classics
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Members Wishing: 3
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bytemare avatar reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on + 17 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Carlton Stowers wrote a great crime story but at times he started a thread that he didn't go into detail with, which I was expecting him to or why else mention it? It was a long book but riveting. It's a good thing the principals were brought to justice but it makes one wonder if ALL that were guilty were caught. A good read on the perfect sociopath.
reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on + 81 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
A very good book, well written, but a very sad story.
bookcrazychick avatar reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on + 76 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This is the book that got me hooked on true crime. Carlton Stowers is a master story teller and I will read anything he writes. This true story is about a random, savage killing of three teen-agers in a park in Waco, TX.
le-loup-garou avatar reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on + 55 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Three teenagers savagely mutilated. The killer and a deputy play headgames with each other until one gets his way. A page turner that will keep you glued to it.
murder101 avatar reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on
Helpful Score: 1
Great True Crime Book Hard To Put Down!
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ilovebooksanddogs avatar reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on + 356 more book reviews
I understand why this won an Edgar Award, Carlton Stowers is not only a great writer but makes you really know and care about the people he is writing about. This has got to be one of the Top Ten BEST True Crime books I have ever read and that's saying a lot. A senseless and brutal crime inflicted on 3 innocent teenagers, this just broke my heart. I hated knowing this book was coming to an end, I tried to slow myself down but found myself up till 3 am last night just having to finish. Sorry Ann Rule, you have been my favorite true crime writer for many, many years but you just got knocked out of first place. If you're a true crime buff as I am, this book will not disappoint you!
aafolk avatar reviewed Careless Whispers (St. Martin's True Crime Library) on
I discovered Carlton Stowers when I noticed that Ann Rule had recommended one of his books. I enjoy reading well-written true crime non-fiction, and this book certainly falls into that category. Mr. Stowers has thoroughly researched this case, and provides a fascinating investigation into three horrific murders. His books don't quite rank as high as Ann Rule's best, but I would give this one a good solid B+.


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