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A Fever in the Heart and Other True Cases (Crime Files, Vol. 3)
Author: Ann Rule

Book Information
Publisher: Pocket
Book Type: Paperback
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ISBN-13: 9780671793555 - ISBN-10: 0671793551
Publication Date: 10/1/1996
Pages: 424

Book Description:
In A Fever in the Heart, she dissects a fascinating case centered around an alluring young wife and the two men desperate for her love...an explosive triangle of thwarted desire that led to obsession and murder in a small northwestern town. As the crimes that initially baffled police finally give us their shocking secrets, the story leads us to a denouement as bizarre as anything ever uncovered in the annals of true crime. Sharing other riveting cases from her personal files, Ann Rule masterfully examines the delusions of the criminal mind, the shattering passions that explodes into murder, and the relentless efforts of law enforcers to ferret out the deadly turth.

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Top Member Book Reviews

Michelle O. (michi) wrote on 8/1/2006...

3 member(s) found this review helpful.

Crime writer Rule has produced another gripping compilation of true-crime stories, all set in Washington State in the 1970s. Her themes are of personal betrayal and sexual predators. The title story tells of an obsession fueled by jealousy and lust, ultimately leading to death and the ruination of many lives. After his wife left him, beloved high school coach Gabby Moore became obsessed with the wife of a former student and friend, Morris Blankenbaker. Morris's wife, Jerilee, began a relationship with Gabby that deteriorated as the alcoholic Gabby's behavior became increasingly erratic. She returned to Morris, who was soon found murdered, but Gabby, the most likely suspect, had an airtight alibi. Other stories also tell tales of obsession, lust, murder, secret lives and false identities, and sexual depravity. A welcome addition to true-crime collections; highly recommended

Denise J. (deelite258) wrote on 3/27/2008...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

I just Love Ann Rule another good one you can,t put down

Sheri J. wrote on 4/18/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

great book

Aimee S. (Ariadnae) wrote on 10/6/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Excellent edition of several true crime stories written in Rule's laid-back, detailed style, includes several sets of photos. A great read for the true crime fan.

SUSAN L. (sslee06) wrote on 7/13/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Thorough and engrossing writing, a trademark of Ann Rule.

Inez H. wrote on 7/9/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Ann Rule does so much research on a book that she knows these people better than they do.

Joyce V. (postcardlover) wrote on 7/6/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

There are six cases included in this book. With one exception (Fever In The Heart) they are all short insights into each case which Annn Rule does so well.

Neomi M. (truecrimefan) wrote on 6/19/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

A Fever in the Heart probes a volatile triangle of one woman and the two men who trade roles as her lover/husband--until both are murdered, leaving a double widow and a killer. Publicity tie-in to Everything She Ever Wanted, and A Rose For Her Grave, both ABC-TV two-part miniseries. Includes two 8-page photo inserts.

Kathryn H. (book-spy) wrote on 4/27/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Ann Rule books are always good. She gets right to the point her true crime stories. This book includes:

A Fever In The Heart

The Highway Accident

Murder Without a Body

I'll Love You Forever

Black Leather

Mirror Images

I like reading her books. Ann Rule's book usually have pictures. I like to read the stories first and then look at the pictures of the story I just read. I do this so that I can use my imagination in the decriptions she provides; then, I view the pictures.

Ann Rule is a top-notch true crime writer. She will always be one of favorite authors.

-K.

Joey S. (Joey) wrote on 7/29/2005...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Crime Files, Volume 3 is another outstanding book by true crime writer Ann Rule.
The Main story "A Fever in the Heart" recounts an astonishing crime, proving that the truth IS stranger than fiction.


Please Rate these Book Reviews

PEGGY D. wrote on 11/23/2009...


I am almost finished with this book, and so far, it's very good. I will re-post it when I am finished.

Donna B. (lovemydogs) wrote on 9/1/2009...


Loved it! If you love Ann Rule's books like I do, this is a must read.

Sue W. wrote on 9/17/2008...


This book listed as paperback, however, it is hardcover.
Good book!

Sandra H. (Sanandee) wrote on 8/31/2006...


Ann Rule, True Crime, America's premier true crime writer...dissection of a case centered around an alluring young wife and the two men desperate for her love...an explosive triangle of twarted desire that led to obsession and murder in a small northwestern town. Bizarre...Rule examines the delusions of the criminal mind...

Christine S. (JrZyChris) wrote on 8/24/2006...


From the back cover:
In a FEVER IN THE HEART, she (Ann RUle) dissects a fascinating case centered around an alluring young wife and the two men desperate for her love...an explosive traingle of thwarted desire that led to obsession and murder in a small northwestern town.
This is volume 3 of Ann Rule's Crime Files

Tammy P. wrote on 5/6/2006...


This is Ann Rule's Crime Files #3--This book contains six stories: A Fever in the Heart, The Highway Accident, Murder Without a Body, I'll Love You Forever, Black Leather and Mirror Images.

Diana F. wrote on 1/16/2006...


Its Ann Rule so you know its good!

Kim W. (KimmySue) wrote on 11/8/2005...


great!!

Diane K. wrote on 7/8/2005...


This is several true crime files by Ann Rule.


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