Kay W. (kadydid) reviewed on 7/29/2009 + 32 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 2

This is an excellent read and a very fascinating story. I could hardly put the book down once I got into it. I knew almost nothing about the history of the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago--what was involved in the multifaceted planning of the fair, all the various players participating in the design and construction of the complex and in the amazing construction project itself. I certainly knew nothing about the serial killer living in Chicago during the time that the World's Fair was being constructed and while the attraction was open to the public. It is simply amazing what this monstrous individual got away with for years before his reprehensible actions came to light. I like the way Larson weaves the two story lines together to create such an intriguing account of these past events.

I enjoyed Larsen's Issac's Storm very much and I have to say The Devil in the White City is even more enthralling. I think that even if you aren't a lover of history you will enjoy this book and find it quite enthralling.

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