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Summary: Great book, but .....
Review: This is really an engrossing, frightening true-crime book. Thestory of Richard Ramirez is truly one of the scariest episodes inmodern crime history. Rarely does one person hold an entire community in constant fear.
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Summary: Compelling true-crime drama.
Review: A friend of mine was recently at the book store and decided to pick up a few "real crime" books. One was on Ted Bundy, another on Charles Manson, and a third that happened to be a book on Richard Ramirez. He decided to read the Ted Bundy piece first, and offered "The Night Stalker..." to me.I never knew much about the crimes, other than my vague memories of laying awake at night as a child in my grandmother's Orange County home and praying the Night Stalker wouldn't choose my house to come to on any given night, and as such I decided to give the book a read through. From the first page I wasn't met with an ounce of disappointment. The compelling descriptions on the psyche of Richard Ramirez, as well as the in-depth descriptions of the murder scenes and the acts themselves seemed highly detailed and a quick read. In fact, I'm half asleep at my desk right now due to my inability to put the book down last night. Philip Carlo has written a compelling and interesting book on a subject that was all too close to me for my own comfort. I can only imagine the thoughts that went through his mind while going to the crime scenes and being face to face with the man deemed responsible for those atrocities. He has managed to capture it all within the pages of this book. If you're into this genre, it hasn't been done better. A must buy!
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Summary: THE SECOND PRINTING OF THE NIGHT STALKER IS NOW IN STOCK
Review: BY FAR THE MOST FRIGHTENING BOOK WE HAVE EVER PUBLISED , AND, TOO, THE MOST SUCCESSFUL
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Summary: The Night Stalker: The Life and Crimes of Richard Ramirez
Review: Author Philip Carlo gives me an indept look at the life of one the most feared persons who lived in our mists. The detailed account of the crimes committed by Richard Ramierz were horrific and told chillingly by the author. This book is the best serial killer story that I have read. The court room account was accurate and precisely done. I cant wait for the movie.
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Summary: PLEASE KNOW THAT THIS STORY WILL HAUNT YOUR SLEEP...
Review: KEEP YOU AWAKE AT NIGHT...MAKE YOU LOOK AT THE WORLD DIFFRENTLY. MAKE SURE TO LOCK YOUR WINDOWS AND BOLT YOUR DOORS, BEFORE YOU GET INTO THIS BOOK.WHAT MAKES IT SOOOOOOOO SCARY IS THAT IT IS ALL TRUE...REALLY HAPPENED....
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Summary: A New Benchmark In True Crime Writing Has Been Set.
Review: Absolutely the best-written and researched book about a serial killer I have ever read. Philip Carlo turns in a stellar performance detailing every aspect on the psychotic rampage of America's most deadly, viscous and sadistic serial killer. The extensive research was evident in the way Philip narrates the actual crimes themselves. A cold blooded, spine chilling account of Ramirez's unreal invasions of his innocent victim's homes while they slept had me checking my doors and windows at night. Fast reading exciting recounts of Ramirez's bloody spree and the LAPD's urgent chase to bring him down. The in-depth look into the Night Stalker's family history and upbringing helps explain what turned a little boy into a monster. The coverage of the court trial is very comprehensive and gives us a close up look at the inner workings of a major criminal case. Carlo regales us with a well-written, colorful and detailed look in to the mind and crimes of the Night Stalker. A must read for true crime aficionados.
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Summary: a very scary true story
Review: make sure your windows and doors are locked before you read this book...
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Summary: Worth a few sleepless nights
Review: This is one of the best true crime stories I've ever read. The book opens with each crime recounted from Ramirez's point of view - and if you lived in L.A. during this time the first several chapters will bring back quite a few memories. Then the author traces Ramirez from birth to adulthood. This part of the book was excellent - few "serial killer" books are able to offer any insight into what may have shaped the killer early on. Finally, the trial is covered. These last few chapters were tedious at times, but I think that helped drive home the point of just how ridiculous our justice system can be. I couldn't put it down and didn't sleep well the whole time I was reading it - exactly what should happen when one is looking for a scary and enthralling read!
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Summary: The greatest book I have ever read.
Review: This is one of the best books I have read. Everything was so intense and it felt so real. I recommend this book to anyone who loves to read true crime because it was the greatest. How can someone that looks quiet and seems to be the nicest person turn out to be a serial killer and with those great looks of his. Buy this book now!!
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Summary: Drab Recitation
Review: This is one of the few books I couldn't finish. The book starts off really strong for the first 100 pages or so. You get to read a detailed, journalistic account of Ramirez' crime spree, and some interesting information about his youth as well. But about halfway through, the novel transforms into one of the most boring courtroom "dramas" you will ever read. Carlo details all of the legal maneuvering, but Ramirez is so blatantly guilty that it is all rather pointless. And considering how the lawyers that strive to defend him are so shallow and fame-seeking, and the groupies that adore him so nasty and mindless, Ramirez almost seems like the most respectable person in the book. More detail about the crimes and less of the courtroom would have made this a far better book. Ramirez is only an interesting character because of his sociopathic tendencies. What happens after his capture can only be trivial and dull by comparison.
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