Helpful Score: 2
This book offers interesting examples of criminal profiling and how it works, step-by-step instructions for "molester-proofing" your children, and a profile of the murderer of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman that nails O.J. But most of the crimes described in this book are older and less famous, so I did not find it as riveting in that way as Cases That Haunt Us.
True crimes solved by FBI profilers.
very dark and creepy..
FBI Special Agent John Douglas' pioneering work in behavioral profiling has brought him face-to-face with both madness and unspeakable cruelty. It has also made him feel the horror and fear of the victim-a special insight that inevitably takes it's toll. Here are the cases that will always haunt Douglas, all compelling glimpses into the darkest side of human nature. Discover the obsessive rage of a killer, the life-affirming humanity of the victim, and the heroic efforts of Douglas and his colleagues to deliver justice.Consider Douglas' unique take on the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, as he draws on his revolutionary techniques to paint a vivid portrait of the killer. Only John Douglas could lead a journey of such extraodinary and spellbinding power.
The author works in the behavioral unit of the FBI and comments about true crime that has happened. If you like the thinking analytical side of true crime you will love this book. I did.
front cover: The stunning New York Times bestseller from the authors of "Mindhunter". The FBI's Premier Investigator Penetrates the Minds and Motives of the Most Terrifying Serial Killers by John Douglas and Mark Olshaker
back cover: "John Douglas is the FBI's pioneer and master of investigative profiling, and one of the most exciting figures in law enforcement I've had the privilege of knowing...with Mr. Douglas we explore why there are monsters." --Priticia Cornwell, bestselling auhor of "Hornet's Nest".
FBI Special Agent John Douglas--the model for such characters as Jack Crawford in "The Silence of the Lambs"--riveted millions with "Mindhunter", the chilling #1 bestselling account of his pursuit of some of the most notorious serial killers of our time. Now Douglas takes us even further to the place where evil makes its home: the killer's mind.
Douglas' pioneering work in behavioral profiling has brought him face-to-face with both madness and unspeakable cruelty. It has also made him feel the horor and fear of the victim--a special insight that inevitably takes its toll. Here are the cases that will always haunt Douglas, all compelling glimpses into the darkest side of human nature. Discover the obsessive rage of a killer, the life-affirming humanity of the victim, and the heroic efforts of Douglas and his collegues to deliver justice. Consider Douglas' unique take on the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, as he draws on his revolutionary techniques to paint a vivid portrait of the killerrr. Only Jooohn Douglas could leas a journey of such extraordinary and spellbinding power.
"Mr. Douglas...leaves us shaken, gripped by the quiet grief for the innocent grief for the innocent victims and anguished by the human condition" --Dean Koontz, "The New York Times Book Review"
back cover: "John Douglas is the FBI's pioneer and master of investigative profiling, and one of the most exciting figures in law enforcement I've had the privilege of knowing...with Mr. Douglas we explore why there are monsters." --Priticia Cornwell, bestselling auhor of "Hornet's Nest".
FBI Special Agent John Douglas--the model for such characters as Jack Crawford in "The Silence of the Lambs"--riveted millions with "Mindhunter", the chilling #1 bestselling account of his pursuit of some of the most notorious serial killers of our time. Now Douglas takes us even further to the place where evil makes its home: the killer's mind.
Douglas' pioneering work in behavioral profiling has brought him face-to-face with both madness and unspeakable cruelty. It has also made him feel the horor and fear of the victim--a special insight that inevitably takes its toll. Here are the cases that will always haunt Douglas, all compelling glimpses into the darkest side of human nature. Discover the obsessive rage of a killer, the life-affirming humanity of the victim, and the heroic efforts of Douglas and his collegues to deliver justice. Consider Douglas' unique take on the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, as he draws on his revolutionary techniques to paint a vivid portrait of the killerrr. Only Jooohn Douglas could leas a journey of such extraordinary and spellbinding power.
"Mr. Douglas...leaves us shaken, gripped by the quiet grief for the innocent grief for the innocent victims and anguished by the human condition" --Dean Koontz, "The New York Times Book Review"
John Douglas was with the FBI for 25 years. He's co-wrote another book with Mark Olshaker entitled "Mind Hunter." And they've outdown themselves this time! I'm afraid to give something away so here is the back cover:
"...Now Douglas takes us even further, to the place where evils makes its home: the killer's mind.
douglas' pioneering work in behavioral profiling has brought him face-to-face with both madness and unspeakable cruelty. It has laso made him feel the horror and fear of the victim--a special insight that inevitable takes its toll. Here are the cases that will always haunt Douglas, all compelling glimpses into the darkest side of human nature. Discover the obsessive rage of a killer, the life-affirming humanity of the victim, and the heroic efforts of Douglas and his colleagues to deliver justice. Consider Douglas' unique take on the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, as he draws on his revolutionary techniues to paint a vivid portrait of te killer. Only John Douglas could lead a journey of suck extraordinary and spellbinding power."
"...Now Douglas takes us even further, to the place where evils makes its home: the killer's mind.
douglas' pioneering work in behavioral profiling has brought him face-to-face with both madness and unspeakable cruelty. It has laso made him feel the horror and fear of the victim--a special insight that inevitable takes its toll. Here are the cases that will always haunt Douglas, all compelling glimpses into the darkest side of human nature. Discover the obsessive rage of a killer, the life-affirming humanity of the victim, and the heroic efforts of Douglas and his colleagues to deliver justice. Consider Douglas' unique take on the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, as he draws on his revolutionary techniues to paint a vivid portrait of te killer. Only John Douglas could lead a journey of suck extraordinary and spellbinding power."
Great exploration into the minds of killers. Douglas always does a great job of getting his point across without getting caught up in tech details or courtroom drama.
non-fiction, true crime
