Sharon F. (Cwnnf) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 58 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Anne Rule is the best of true crime writers. This book is long but interesting. Lots of info regarding how murderers are hunted down with
clues they left behind unknowingly.
This has been made into a TV movie now is your chance to read the book and compare it to the movie.
clues they left behind unknowingly.
This has been made into a TV movie now is your chance to read the book and compare it to the movie.
Teresa F. (treeli) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 6 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Amazing! She lived within miles of a serial killer, and he even came to her book signings! This case was an eye opener for Ann Rule and it shows in her writing. I loved it!
Lin M. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 31 more book reviews
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From front cover: The Real Story of the Green River Killer--America's Deadliest Serial Murderer.
From Back Cover:
"Riveting"--People
"...conveys the emotional truth of the Green River Case"--Los Angeles Times.
In her most personal and provocative book to date, the #1 bestselling master of true crime presents "her long-awaited definitive narrative of the brutal and senseless crimes that haunted the Seattle area for decades" (Publishers Weekly). This is the extraordinary true story of the most prolific serial killer the nation had ever seen--a case involving more than forty-nine female victims, two decades of intense investigative work...and one unrelenting killer who not only attended Ann Rule's book signings but lived less than a mile away from her home.
"Perhaps Rule's finest work."--Statesman Journal (OR)
From Back Cover:
"Riveting"--People
"...conveys the emotional truth of the Green River Case"--Los Angeles Times.
In her most personal and provocative book to date, the #1 bestselling master of true crime presents "her long-awaited definitive narrative of the brutal and senseless crimes that haunted the Seattle area for decades" (Publishers Weekly). This is the extraordinary true story of the most prolific serial killer the nation had ever seen--a case involving more than forty-nine female victims, two decades of intense investigative work...and one unrelenting killer who not only attended Ann Rule's book signings but lived less than a mile away from her home.
"Perhaps Rule's finest work."--Statesman Journal (OR)
Deborha C. (ddc) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 2 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This was a very hard book for me to read. My niece was one of the victims. The book gave a lot of information on the victims, ridgeway, and the investigation. Unfortunately, as far as I know, she never spoke to anyone in our family. If she had she would have had a better understanding of what drove Colleen to be the way she was.
Anyone interested in serial killers, or true crime, should find this a very good read.
Anyone interested in serial killers, or true crime, should find this a very good read.
Cassie H. (Irishcoda) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 88 more book reviews
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Ann Rule humanizes the 48 (more?) victims of the horrible Green River Killer and also tells Gary Ridgeway's pathetic story. He was abused as a child but not all abused kids grow up to be such heartless serial killers!
Lewella T. (lewella) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 55 more book reviews
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If you enjoy Anne Rule you will enjoy this book.
Jill F. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 18 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This book got very repetitive with each victim. Although it is a true story and it is nice that Rule gave each one a face, they were so similar that they blended together.
Lisa E. (ocnsangel) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 224 more book reviews
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I enjoy Ann rule very much, but this one i couldnt put down
she has put so much of herself into this one. My favorite
so far.
she has put so much of herself into this one. My favorite
so far.
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Ann Rule writes in detail about the horrific crime spree of the Green River killer. It includes multiple photographs, and inside information about the cases. A heavy, thick paperback but worth the time it takes to read it. A must-read for the true crime fan.
Heather C. (Razmotas1) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 23 more book reviews
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Her best book yet. Ann Rule's narrative of the brutal and senseless crimes that haunted the Seattle area for decades. This is the extraordinary true story of the most prolific serial killer the nation had ever seen-a case involving more than 49 female victims, two decades of intense investigative work and one unrelenting killer who not only attended Ann Rule's book signings but lived less than one mile away from her home.
I couldn't put the book down. It's a long read 661 pages...but it keeps you turning the pages to find out what's happening next!!
I couldn't put the book down. It's a long read 661 pages...but it keeps you turning the pages to find out what's happening next!!
CHIMENA C. (ckc07) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 36 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Wow this is just crazy how someone can appear so normal yet be so demented. I think this is a good read although it kept me up many nights just trying to figure out how someone could be so messed up. I like that Ann gives them all a name, story and gives credit to all the task force.
Mark H. (mxh) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 15 more book reviews
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not one of her better books. would have benefited by ruthless editing. was probably 2 to 3 times longer than it needed to be, packed as it was with endless detail that did little to enhance the story. it would also have been helpful to learn more about gary ridgway himself and less about the endless investigation.
Justin H. (Princejustin) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on
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Very imformative. Written well like Ann Rule can!
Greta S. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 300 more book reviews
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Title tells exactly what this book is about - Gary Ridgway, the Green River Killer, was found guilty of at least 38 deaths of women during the 1980's. This is the story of his victims and the monster who took their lives
Joy K. (joylorraine) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 25 more book reviews
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Very thoroughly researched true crime story about serial killer Gary Ridgway and his victims. Makes you wish it was fiction. Includes photographs.
Glenda W. (Mixitup) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 57 more book reviews
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This is a very long, involved account on a very long, involved investigation. Ann Rule covers this horrific crime in a way that acknowledges the victims in a special way and offers insight into the mind of a killer. Brings you right into the neighborhood where it all happened. One of my favorite Ann Rule books - although they are all worth reading.
Beth C. (bethhq) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 11 more book reviews
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Ann Rule writes the account of the Green River Killer very well. Back stories on most of the victims are provided as well and, despite its vast amount of pages, it is a fast read...you can't put this book down!
Karen S. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 4 more book reviews
Very well done. Professional. Enough detail, without gratuitous violence. The plot is clear.
Jennie B. (MyLikeIt) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 450 more book reviews
Chilling, meticulously researched, well-realized study of the Green River Killer and the law enforcement folks who hunted him.
Christine S. (JrZyChris) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 36 more book reviews
So far, the most accurate and researched account of the the "Green River Killer" murders.
Lorraine H. (Kit) -
This is the extraordinary true story of the most prolific serial killer the nation had ever seen-a case involving more than forty-nine female victims, two decades of intense investigative work...and one unrelenting killer who not only attended Ann Rule's book signings but lived less than a mile away from her home.
As I read this book, I was appalled at how easy the Green River killer was able to get away for as long as he did with the killing. Shocking but hard to put down.
As I read this book, I was appalled at how easy the Green River killer was able to get away for as long as he did with the killing. Shocking but hard to put down.
Ann C. (craftymt) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 48 more book reviews
Excellent thorough and human account of the most prolific serial killer in history.
Jeannie H. (ilovebooksanddogs) -
I am a huge Ann Rule fan and found this book hard to put down.
Dawn D. (dawnie) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 16 more book reviews
I've read all Ann Rule's book. I thought this was somewhat repetitious and wordy.
Kathie P. (kdcperez07) -
I love Ann Rule, but I could not get into this book. I gave up. It was too slow moving and bogged down with too much detail, in my opinion. Not one of her best.
Jennifer N. (MoxiesMom) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 51 more book reviews
I couldn' put this book down. As usual Ann Rule writes another excellent true crime book, with only a style she can add. This book will leave you with compassion for the victims and families, and amazement at how the GRK got away with it for so long.
Becky Y. (beckycck) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 34 more book reviews
Green River, Running Red is a harrowing account of a modern monster, a killer who walked among us undetected. It is also the story of his quarryof who these young women were and who they might have become. A chilling look at the darkest side of human nature, this is the most important and most personal audiobook of Ann Rule's long career.
Dana E. (DfromGA) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 13 more book reviews
Well written, compassionate ... another great Rule book.
Sylvia S. (whiteazalea) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 66 more book reviews
Very detailed account of the search for a serial murderer.
Ellen T. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 7 more book reviews
Even though I followed this story on the television,etc. Ann Rule more than does justice to the background of the victims and the story itself. I think it's a masterpiece.
Cathy Y. (-venus-) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 8 more book reviews
It was not one of her best but if someone is interested specifically in the Green River Killer then it is worth the read. Rather complicated with lots of names and dates but she does give the whole story.
Leslie B. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 5 more book reviews
Great read
Lori S. (shooky) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 138 more book reviews
Probably one of the better Ann Rule books since there is more of a story rather than just fact gathering.
Dena (Suzie) C. (DsuzieC) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 159 more book reviews
I waited for a long time for this book and it exceeded my expectations. Although Ann Rule delved into Ridgeways psyche as much as anyone could, the main focus was on Ridgeway's victims. The research and volumes of information Ms. Rule put into this book is astounding. Since I read this book my heart goes out to the families of the victims and also Gary Ridgeway's family, esp his son, even more than when I heard about the murders on the news. Unfortunately evil will always exist, but we can try our best to learn lessons to prevent history (like this) from repeating itself and that's really what Ann Rule's books are all about.
Suze U. (A-Z) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 181 more book reviews
very detailed!~
Christine R. (bytemare) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 17 more book reviews
Typical Ann Rule and very good. I get a little bored with her long-winded descriptions of the people in her books but basically, she's a good read and this one is another one that will be hard to put down for anyone who followed the Ridgeway trial. Good insights into what makes him tick. Scary!
Kelly F. (kellyfran61) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 2 more book reviews
Ann Rule has done it again! I couldn't put this book down.
Gloria B. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 158 more book reviews
There are many books written about the Green River Killer but this is the only one that makes you understand the girls lives and Ridgeways life. A great book ty a great author.
Joey S. (Joey) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 404 more book reviews
Ann Rule really knows how to take a complex crime investigation and make it understandable. She manages to honor each victim even though there are so many.
This story unfolds over a period of 20 years and does reach a conclusion. Very good book.
This story unfolds over a period of 20 years and does reach a conclusion. Very good book.
Carol B. reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 13 more book reviews
Ann Rule always is very informative and very precise and graphic. Step by step throught the killings of The GreenRiver Murders.
Robin P. (sleepy) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 54 more book reviews
I'm a True Crime Junkie & Ann Rule Fan - This Is her Finest Work ..
Julie T. (gardencrazy) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 8 more book reviews
Ann Rule is up to her usual high standards in this account of the Green River Killer's reign of terror in the Seattle area, the story of his victims and the two decade search for the bodies and the killer.
Robin P. (sleepy) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 54 more book reviews
Ann Rule At her best !! Great True crime book ........
Glenda W. (Mixitup) reviewed Green River, Running Red: The Real Story of the Green River Killer_America's Deadliest Serial Murderer on + 57 more book reviews
I know I am not supposed to comment on condition of books, but I cannot misrepresent what I have. This is a hardback book without the dust jacket. It is a compelling story about the Green River murders south of Seattle. A great book.
