Judy M. (menzrob) - , reviewed The Devil in the White City on 12/21/2008 + 81 more book reviews

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A page turner I couldn't put down, full of history and intrigue. It's the 1892 World's Fair in Chicago side-by-side with the story of a serial killer who took advantage of the Fair to gain his victims. The story of the Fair is primary and covers its inception through its finish. What a monumental endeavor and success! At the same time, you get a sense of the underside of Chicago as you read about Dr. H.H. Holmes and how he was able to murder young women without coming under suspicion during the time of the Fair. Amazingly well written when you consider the complexity and sensitivity of the two topics. I read this one cover to cover and fully intend to read it again sometime in the future!

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