Modus Operandi: A Writer's Guide to How Criminals Work (Howdunit)

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Summary: Entertained Reader
Review: I bought this book, and read it many weeks ago but forgot to write a review over. Honestly I enjoyed the book, and it was terrific entertainment for me the evening I read it in which I remember well.

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Summary: Great Reference for Crime Writers
Review: Modus Operandi is a great reference book for writers who want to understand how criminals work. Written by two detectives who draw heavily on their experience the book is a packed with useful information ranging from con artists to murderers, carjackers to smugglers. What makes this book good is that it not only covers how the crimes are committed, but also the psychology behind the criminal, police slang and inside information. This is a definite "must have" reference for crime writers.

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Summary: Good General Book for Novice
Review: This is an excellent little reference book for novice crime writers and experienced writers who need to refresh their memories. It covers a lot of ground, and as a result, suffers from details, which are the backbone for writing good fiction. The chapters are nicely divided into different types of crooks and their methods. The examples make it easy to use them for working plots or sub-plots, but eventually, if you want to put some reality into your novels, you'll need more than this book. Worth it as a second reference if you can't find better.