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Murder By The Books Vol. 1: Horrific True Stories
Under one Kindle eBook, and exclusive to Amazon, Murder by the Books is comprised of 3 bestselling true crime books. 895 pages.
- Serial Killers Abridged (Encyclopedia of 100 Serial Killers)
- Cold Blooded Killers
- Parents Who Killed Their Children: Filicide
Serial Killers Abridged
The ultimate reference for anyone compelled by the pathology and twisted minds behind the most disturbing of homicidal monsters. From A to Z, starting with Ahmad Suradji and ending with Zhou Kehua, there are names you may not have heard of, but many you have, including, notorious names serial killers; John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, Ted Bundy, Gary Ridgway, Aileen Wuornos, and Dennis Rader, just to name a few. This reference book will make a great collection for true crime enthusiasts.
Cold Blooded Killers
Cold Blooded Killers is a blood-curdling collection of some of the most famous and the least known multiple-murder cases including; school shootings, kids who killed their parent(s) and 'going postal' spree killers.
Parents Who Killed Their Children: Filicide
This collection of "Filicidal Killers" provides a gripping overview of how things can go horribly wrong in once-loving families. This book depicts ten of the most notorious and horrific cases of homicidal parental units out of control. People like--Andrea Yates, Diane Downs, Susan Smith, and Jeffrey MacDonald--who received a great deal of media attention. The author explores the reasons; from addiction to postpartum psychosis, insanity to altruism.
"These are 3 books that you will want to keep in your library to read and read again. Every day we are faced with the news of another serial killer or a senseless murder. If for no other reason, read these to stay aware of the dangers that face us, and to watch out for those that may not can watch out for themselves. There are many stories told in this collection, each one horrific. Mr. Parker is a no nonsense writer, he gives the facts (as hard as they are to read) in a straight forward manner. A great deal on this box set." -- Amazon Customer
"I love how these books are packed full of facts and details but also have that wonderfully descriptive quality of fiction that makes me lose myself in the story. Several of these stories have stuck with me and I find myself revisiting them time and again as well as sharing them with other readers. I heartily recommend not only for the content, but the economical price as well." -- Kelly Sons
- Serial Killers Abridged (Encyclopedia of 100 Serial Killers)
- Cold Blooded Killers
- Parents Who Killed Their Children: Filicide
Serial Killers Abridged
The ultimate reference for anyone compelled by the pathology and twisted minds behind the most disturbing of homicidal monsters. From A to Z, starting with Ahmad Suradji and ending with Zhou Kehua, there are names you may not have heard of, but many you have, including, notorious names serial killers; John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, Ted Bundy, Gary Ridgway, Aileen Wuornos, and Dennis Rader, just to name a few. This reference book will make a great collection for true crime enthusiasts.
Cold Blooded Killers
Cold Blooded Killers is a blood-curdling collection of some of the most famous and the least known multiple-murder cases including; school shootings, kids who killed their parent(s) and 'going postal' spree killers.
Parents Who Killed Their Children: Filicide
This collection of "Filicidal Killers" provides a gripping overview of how things can go horribly wrong in once-loving families. This book depicts ten of the most notorious and horrific cases of homicidal parental units out of control. People like--Andrea Yates, Diane Downs, Susan Smith, and Jeffrey MacDonald--who received a great deal of media attention. The author explores the reasons; from addiction to postpartum psychosis, insanity to altruism.
"These are 3 books that you will want to keep in your library to read and read again. Every day we are faced with the news of another serial killer or a senseless murder. If for no other reason, read these to stay aware of the dangers that face us, and to watch out for those that may not can watch out for themselves. There are many stories told in this collection, each one horrific. Mr. Parker is a no nonsense writer, he gives the facts (as hard as they are to read) in a straight forward manner. A great deal on this box set." -- Amazon Customer
"I love how these books are packed full of facts and details but also have that wonderfully descriptive quality of fiction that makes me lose myself in the story. Several of these stories have stuck with me and I find myself revisiting them time and again as well as sharing them with other readers. I heartily recommend not only for the content, but the economical price as well." -- Kelly Sons
895 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 7, 2014
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About the author
R.J. Parker
84 books178 followersRJ Parker, P.Mgr., MCrim, is an award winning and bestselling true crime author and co-owner with his daughters of RJ Parker Publishing. Inc. He has written 17 true crime books, available in eBook, paperback and audiobook editions, and have sold in over 100 countries. He holds Certifications in Serial Crime and Criminal Profiling.
ALL Paperbacks under RJ Parker Publishing are in the KINDLE MATCHBOOK program: When you purchase any print book, you get the eBook for FREE
Besides gifting books to his cause, Wounded Warriors, and donating to Victims of Violent Crimes, RJ has daily contests on Facebook where he gifts eBooks and autographed books.
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Member of the Writer's Alliance of Newfoundland
ALL Paperbacks under RJ Parker Publishing are in the KINDLE MATCHBOOK program: When you purchase any print book, you get the eBook for FREE
Besides gifting books to his cause, Wounded Warriors, and donating to Victims of Violent Crimes, RJ has daily contests on Facebook where he gifts eBooks and autographed books.
Join RJ on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorRJParker
Email - authorrjparker@gmail.com
Website - http://rjparkerpublishing.com/
Member of the Canadian Association of Authors
Member of the Writer's Alliance of Newfoundland
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January 25, 2016
So many grammatical errors...
I had to give up. "Seeked?"
Was an editor even considered?
Pronouns were wrong, verb forms made up, names were confused. Sometimes the text read like a (bad) mechanical translation from another language to English. At points I couldn't figure out what the author was trying to say.
There is no shortage of this type of book...I encourage the thoughtful reader to look elsewhere.
I had to give up. "Seeked?"
Was an editor even considered?
Pronouns were wrong, verb forms made up, names were confused. Sometimes the text read like a (bad) mechanical translation from another language to English. At points I couldn't figure out what the author was trying to say.
There is no shortage of this type of book...I encourage the thoughtful reader to look elsewhere.
June 1, 2017
Poorly written with bad grammar. Hard to believe the author has a Ph.D. Reads like a school essay and not a very good one at that.
May 8, 2020
Guilty of murder of the English language
Not only is the writing pendantic and convoluted, the writing style does not read as though English is the native language of the author. This book also has several distinctly different writing styles, some more readable than others. I can see why this book is published by RJ Parker publishing. You sometimes see a self published book when other publishers are not available; however, the book would have benefited enormously from other proofreaders or editors. It is at least worth what you pay for it on Kindle Unlimited. I'm just no sure if it is worth the amount of your time it takes to wade through it.uj
Not only is the writing pendantic and convoluted, the writing style does not read as though English is the native language of the author. This book also has several distinctly different writing styles, some more readable than others. I can see why this book is published by RJ Parker publishing. You sometimes see a self published book when other publishers are not available; however, the book would have benefited enormously from other proofreaders or editors. It is at least worth what you pay for it on Kindle Unlimited. I'm just no sure if it is worth the amount of your time it takes to wade through it.uj
February 19, 2018
The author should have asked someone to edit his writing before publishing.
All three books in this volume were riddled with grammatical and spelling errors. In addition, the author chose to fill each story with personal opinions and conjecture which detracted from the actual known facts of each case.
I think that I am most glad that I didn't actually buy this volume but instead checked it out through the Amazon prime lending library. Needless to say, I won't be reading anything else from this author.
All three books in this volume were riddled with grammatical and spelling errors. In addition, the author chose to fill each story with personal opinions and conjecture which detracted from the actual known facts of each case.
I think that I am most glad that I didn't actually buy this volume but instead checked it out through the Amazon prime lending library. Needless to say, I won't be reading anything else from this author.
May 1, 2019
Very interesting!
These books include a wealth of information. If you're curious about the macabre, wonder about the details of many of the homicides you've read about the paper, or are just fascinated by what humans can do to one another, this is the book for you. It's well written. The author is knowledgeable on the topic, and as I said previously, it contains a TON of details on a great number of events. This volume is definitely well worth the read. I would highly recommend it if this is a topic you're interested on!
These books include a wealth of information. If you're curious about the macabre, wonder about the details of many of the homicides you've read about the paper, or are just fascinated by what humans can do to one another, this is the book for you. It's well written. The author is knowledgeable on the topic, and as I said previously, it contains a TON of details on a great number of events. This volume is definitely well worth the read. I would highly recommend it if this is a topic you're interested on!
December 2, 2019
Hard work
For some reason, a good proportion of the content is written with a lack of clarity and native language usage, which leaves this reader wondering if a complete re-write could be a good idea. Odd use of terminology and language phrasing causes interruptions when the reader must pause and analyse parts of the narrative in order to understand the writer’s intent.
It could almost appear that the writing isn’t all produced by a native English speaker.
However, packed with facts and dates, it could be an aid for researchers.
For some reason, a good proportion of the content is written with a lack of clarity and native language usage, which leaves this reader wondering if a complete re-write could be a good idea. Odd use of terminology and language phrasing causes interruptions when the reader must pause and analyse parts of the narrative in order to understand the writer’s intent.
It could almost appear that the writing isn’t all produced by a native English speaker.
However, packed with facts and dates, it could be an aid for researchers.
July 18, 2020
Absolutely Brilliant Book
I was spellbound by the unfortunate truth in this book.
Taking into consideration, the occasional grammar errors, this is riveting reading.
The stories of how men, woman, husbands and wives, can take the lives of completely innocent people, especially, children, is mind boggling.
This book is really worth the time to read, it will leave you, like me, breathless and confused, how anyone, can deliberately kill someone without flinching.
I was spellbound by the unfortunate truth in this book.
Taking into consideration, the occasional grammar errors, this is riveting reading.
The stories of how men, woman, husbands and wives, can take the lives of completely innocent people, especially, children, is mind boggling.
This book is really worth the time to read, it will leave you, like me, breathless and confused, how anyone, can deliberately kill someone without flinching.
January 8, 2020
Long read, but worth it
Large amounts of details are able to help a picture of these true horrors. A long read, but definitely worth it if this interests you. Some well known cases covered, as well as lesser known ones, meaning there is something to learn.
Large amounts of details are able to help a picture of these true horrors. A long read, but definitely worth it if this interests you. Some well known cases covered, as well as lesser known ones, meaning there is something to learn.
August 15, 2017
Multiple murders
It is very informative about multiply killers over time and you will learn a lot about each and every one of them. Very good reading.
It is very informative about multiply killers over time and you will learn a lot about each and every one of them. Very good reading.
December 11, 2017
A Good Read
A good read from start to finish with just enough information on each case. I borrowed it from the Kindle library but would easily have paid the asking price.
A good read from start to finish with just enough information on each case. I borrowed it from the Kindle library but would easily have paid the asking price.
March 27, 2018
Great read.
All I can say is it was a good read but heartbreaking at times. Although I gave it 5* rating, the books could have been written a lille better like covering more cases.
All I can say is it was a good read but heartbreaking at times. Although I gave it 5* rating, the books could have been written a lille better like covering more cases.
June 13, 2018
Wow.
I love true crime books. This book has heaps of true stories and highly publicise cases. Very sad how evil human beings can be.
I love true crime books. This book has heaps of true stories and highly publicise cases. Very sad how evil human beings can be.
June 18, 2018
Great read
Very interesting and informative. Found out interesting things about these killers, their background and what possibly made them killers. Great read.
Very interesting and informative. Found out interesting things about these killers, their background and what possibly made them killers. Great read.
July 21, 2018
The short snippets seem like nothing more than pulling the basic information from a web search.
October 14, 2018
Details
Even though this is not a series to be happy about. I did like how the author detailed everything so I can draw a picture in my mind about events that happened.
Even though this is not a series to be happy about. I did like how the author detailed everything so I can draw a picture in my mind about events that happened.
December 6, 2018
Interesting read
This book sucked me in right away. I really enjoyed the back stories to the killers. I would definitely read this again.
This book sucked me in right away. I really enjoyed the back stories to the killers. I would definitely read this again.
October 5, 2019
information
it's a good read and I enjoyed it .It has a lot of information in all the cases , it's quite sad
it's a good read and I enjoyed it .It has a lot of information in all the cases , it's quite sad
December 4, 2019
Tons of grammatical errors...
Read
March 4, 2017Well written.
If you like true crime this series is for you. It gives you the crimes without going into police talk that you don't understand. It is well written and lets you see the other side of a persons mind.
If you like true crime this series is for you. It gives you the crimes without going into police talk that you don't understand. It is well written and lets you see the other side of a persons mind.
February 19, 2015
These three books are a great introduction to R.J. Parker's writing. It's well written and the different true crime stories are interesting. I read the whole collection in one sitting because it was so good.
January 29, 2015
Enjoyed
Great gathering of crimes and people that committed the atrocious offenses. Interesting for those that love reading true crime stories.
Great gathering of crimes and people that committed the atrocious offenses. Interesting for those that love reading true crime stories.
April 9, 2015
Gripping
Sad but true facts of the insanity in this world. Eye opening to what society wants to not believe in.
Sad but true facts of the insanity in this world. Eye opening to what society wants to not believe in.
November 11, 2015
Thank you
Interesting read but am very impressed with the author for the charitable contributions you make. Thank you very much for all you do.
Interesting read but am very impressed with the author for the charitable contributions you make. Thank you very much for all you do.
March 30, 2017
Interesting Read
Good Book if interested in details on murderers. Easy to read, and amazing to read how cruel people can be to other human beings! Even their own family!
Good Book if interested in details on murderers. Easy to read, and amazing to read how cruel people can be to other human beings! Even their own family!
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