Sandi K W. (Sandiinmississippi) reviewed on 10/8/2014 + 265 more book reviews

The murder of an elderly lady and the circumstances surrounding it are quite interesting. The fact that one of her closest relatives had FBI connections and was skilled in researching and solving crimes is also interesting. However, even with practically all the facts at their disposal, the couple who wrote this book may have done a disservice to their aunt's story. Their love and admiration for her show on every page and their remembrances of her kindness and strong personality shine through. There's no doubt of their devotion to her. However, the story becomes one-sided (even though the actual killer is a pretty unsympathetic character). Every detail is displayed and the idea that the crime might not have been solved without their efforts is highlighted again and again. For me, it was too much. I do think the book has all the info and an inside look at what a crime like this can do to a formerly close family. And my sympathy to Ann Branson's family grew as I read. What this book does really well is to personalize the victim - something all too rare in true crime books.

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