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Fatal Friends, Deadly Neighbors (Abridged): And Other True Cases Audiobook
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It’s a chilling reality that homicide investigators know all too well: The last face most murder victims see is not that of a stranger, but of someone familiar. Whether only an acquaintance or a trusted intimate, such killers share a common trait that triggers the downward spiral toward death for someone close to them: They are masters at hiding who they really are. Their clever masks let them appear safe, kind, and truthful. They are anything but - and almost no one can detect the murderous impulses buried deep in their psyches.
These doomed relationships are the focus of Ann Rule’s 16th Crime Files collection. In these shattering inside views of both headlined and little-known homicides, Rule speaks for vulnerable victims who relied on the wrong people. She begins with two startling novella-length investigations.
In July 2011, a billionaire’s Coronado, California, mansion was the setting for two horrifying deaths only days apart - his young son’s plunge from a balcony and his girlfriend’s ghastly hanging. What really happened? Baffling questions remain unanswered, as these cases were closed far too soon for hundreds of people; Rule looks at them now through the eyes of a relentless crime reporter. The second probe began in Utah when Susan Powell vanished in a 2009 blizzard. Her controlling husband, Josh, proved capable of a blind rage that was heartbreakingly fatal to his innocent small sons almost three years later in a tragedy that shocked America as the details unfolded. If anyone had detected the depth of depravity within Josh Powell, perhaps the family that loved and trusted him would have been saved.
In these and seven other riveting cases, Ann Rule exposes the twisted truth behind the facades of Fatal Friends, Deadly Neighbors.
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"Ann Rule introduced me to true crime with Small Sacrifices. I don't read a lot of this genre but I always like to read anything by this author and in this book she mostly discusses two big cases in the news; the Susan Powell case and the mysterious deaths of Max Shacknai and Rebecca Zahau in Coronado, CA. Also discussed, although to a lesser extent, are a few older cases. I believe she is working on a new book so I will look out for it, as well."
— Ginny (4 out of 5 stars)
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A New York Times bestseller
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A USA Today bestseller
Fatal Friends, Deadly Neighbors Listener Reviews
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" There are a few different stories int this one. Some of them are older cases and what has happened in the years that followed. I found two of the stories a little slow, maybe lacking background detail. I will continue to read this author's work. "
— Yolanda, 2/19/2014 -
" Very interesting. Learned new things about the Susan Powell disappearance and the tragic deaths of her to sons when the idiot husband blew himself and those babies up.....the whole book kept my attention well. Finished in a day!!! "
— Carol, 2/19/2014 -
" This book is about some of the case files Ann worked on. If you're a fan of Ann Rule you'll want to read. "
— Sylvia, 2/12/2014 -
" Another great Ann Rule book! I was very impressed! A must read! "
— Malory, 2/11/2014 -
" True crime writing at its best, especially the in depth research and insight with the Powell case. "
— Vicki, 2/4/2014 -
" given my morbid fixation with serial killers and CNN's "justice" section, i'm surprised that this is the first true crime story i've read. it was both horrifying and fascinating and i'm sure i'll read more titles by her. "
— Kricket, 1/28/2014 -
" 3.5 good shorter stories. Fun read. "
— Patricia, 1/25/2014 -
" No one compares to Ann Rule! The horror of the crimes she wrote just jump out of the pages and hit me right smack on the face. Must read for fans of CSI and Law & Order!! "
— A, 1/23/2014 -
" I'm giving this 4 stars only because I couldn't put it down, but I really don't think it was written as well as Ann's other books. Seemed like Ann was in a hurry to write this book. "
— Andrea, 1/18/2014 -
" Ann Rule always does a great job presenting these stories. Heart-breaking stories. So hard to believe the cruelty of some people. "
— Donna, 1/11/2014 -
" Ann Rule's writing is, as usual, brilliant. The content, as to be expected, perturbing. The Susan Powell case in particular, was disturbing. Hope she is finally found, and soon. "
— Amanda, 1/6/2014 -
" An interesting and troubling books that takes us to the entrails of criminsl minds and their twisted acts. It also manages to convey the despair of law enforcers, as well as someof the unexplaibable errors made during investigations. It makes me feel glad that I feel safe at home "
— Patricia, 12/30/2013 -
" I've always loved her true crime books. I didn't recall anything while reading the first story in this book until towards the end when I remembered hearing about the tragedy on the news. Unbelievable. "
— Chris, 12/12/2013 -
" I think Ann Rule is THE best true crime author and usually give her 4-5 stars, but the first story disturbed me so much I had trouble continuing the book. It was no reflection on her writing and research, which was incredible as always. She is the best. But brace yourself for this one. "
— Lori, 11/14/2013 -
" Just another crime files book by Ann Rule. It has two long stories and several short ones. This is an OK book, but not one of her better ones. "
— Beverly, 11/6/2013 -
" love reading Anne Rule "
— Roxie, 10/11/2013 -
" Only read the first novella about Susan Powell. Pretty interesting "
— Sharon, 9/24/2013 -
" A great read, as all her books are. "
— Paula, 7/30/2013 -
" A bit of a hodge podge of true crime stories that the author obviously had become interested in but most of which were never really fleshed out. A little disappointing from an author I have enjoyed in the past. "
— Cheryl, 6/8/2013 -
" Love Ann Rule! "
— Kelly, 5/1/2013 -
" You never can miss with Ann Rule. Easy to read & full of information.9 "
— Jennie, 2/18/2013 -
" Ann Rule never fails to write an incredible book! "
— Christine, 1/24/2013 -
" Rating = 3.5 stars "
— Jeanette, 1/23/2013 -
" Another page turner from Anne Rule that I couldn't put down! "
— Julie, 1/17/2013
About Ann Rule
Cassandra Campbell has won multiple Audie Awards, Earphones Awards, and the prestigious Odyssey Award for narration. She was been named a “Best Voice” by AudioFile magazine and in 2018 was inducted in Audible’s inaugural Narrator Hall of Fame.
About Laural Merlington
Laural Merlington is an audiobook narrator with over two hundred titles to her credit and a winner of multiple Earphones Awards. An Audie Award nominee, she has also directed over one hundred audiobooks. She has performed and directed for thirty years in theaters throughout the country. In addition to her extensive theater and voice-over work, she teaches college in her home state of Michigan.