A compelling and unique insight into this tragedy.

Cheryln writes with feeling and eloquence. Through the murderer's letters, one gets a clear picture of the self-centred world of a psychopath. He never sees through the perspective of others. Fascinating and terrifying.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

Tragic but true

Well narrated, the letters from Chris were read as he wrote his. The author told the story based on her meeting with Chris and the evidence as in the discovery. Such a sad story. 😔

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

A good read

This book is a good read however His claims I feel are only another way to shift blame and responsibility away from himself I feel like he can’t imagine being a person who is capable of such horror so he finds comfort in shifting the blame. The writer I feel did a good job gathering the info and putting it out there. I would have liked to see the writer not include personal opinions because I only read this book to hear what facts she had even if it was only his version of the truth. In a book like this I feel like personal opinions regarding something without substantial evidence to back it up is tacky regardless of what the writers opinions are for one example I don’t think is necessary to to say you believe his version of the truth or that you 100% believe no one else was involved this leaves the writer open to backlash which I really hope doesn’t happen because for majority of this book it was very well written.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

One of the best books written and narrated

Part of me feels guilty of enjoying a tragedy but this book had me totally hooked. I loved how the book was impartial but recognised how truly horrendous this crime caused such saddening life changing and devastating consequences

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

Disappointing

I found this book to be far too repetitive, focusing on far too much scripture and talk of demonic possession. I had expected a true and unbiased account rather than a book that was terribly written (clearly unedited) and with an author who had clearly been drawn into a narcissists’ narrative and allowed herself to be the vehicle for his attempt at redemption. Would not recommend to anyone and would like the last eight hours of my life back.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

4 people found this helpful

Don't buy this book!

Where do I start!?! Firstly, the author didn't fact check properly . There are so many inconsistencies, merging information from dates back and forth. Secondly, the book is heavy with religious content that is not relevant to details of the case. Thirdly, the book promised a huge reveal of a new confession, The author said she would not publish the book unless Chris took full responsibility for the murders.
Way to get right to the truth!
This book is totally a grab for money by the author. In essence it's a poorly written biography. The author claims that "On Shanann's last day of life she approached the front door with crickets chirping" (I'm ad-libbing that, like the author does) How does the author know what Shanann heard that night? This is a good insight into the author and book. The authors insights into facts are guessing work, at best.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

3 people found this helpful