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A1DNXI58T8G794 | B00BFFB08A | Imran Anwar | [
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] | Even as a then Mac bigot the Lenovo (then IBM) ThinkPad with a writing pad and touchscreen was one of the few times I had bought a Windows laptop. Fast forward to 2013 and I was given a brand new W530 for work and hate it (though much less than the lousy new HP Ultrabook). I did not get this laptop from Amazon but love... | 2 | Order 2 Suitcases & Anti-Rage Meds With These Lousy Lenovos | 1,378,080,000 | 09 2, 2013 |
A1DNXI58T8G794 | B00BQU141C | Imran Anwar | [
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] | I am seriously disappointed in the ripoff low quantity of ink in this printer. I only bought it on a weekend for my place in FL because I needed to print some presentations for a meeting in DC the next day. So I had to get it at a Staples. But hopefully this helps Amazon users too.I would have been better off spending ... | 3 | Check Cartridge Prices B4 U Buy Else Cry | 1,370,736,000 | 06 9, 2013 |
A1DNXJPEWE0SP9 | B003YSNRQ4 | Michael Fousekis | [
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] | Motion sensor is very sensitive, this is good and bad because it drains battery.otherwise it is great! ! ! | 5 | Awesome | 1,357,171,200 | 01 3, 2013 |
A1DNXJPEWE0SP9 | B008BDC1M8 | Michael Fousekis | [
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] | this filter does what it says it doesn't, have not used it to extensively yet. I think it is 2 polarizers, not a true ND filter though | 4 | works | 1,359,849,600 | 02 3, 2013 |
A1DNXJTUVS0HX1 | 1593692579 | linda Sullivan | [
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] | My 8 year old loves reading all a lot , she especially love any book on American girls , so easy to download | 5 | American girl books are awesome! | 1,390,089,600 | 01 19, 2014 |
A1DNXK1AV3P891 | 0141345713 | Traci L. Miller | [
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] | fantastic read! pulled on my heart strings and made me thankful for my health and happiness. Looking forward to the movie. | 5 | fantastic read! pulled on my heart strings and made ... | 1,404,604,800 | 07 6, 2014 |
A1DNXK1AV3P891 | B002N2SZEQ | Traci L. Miller | [
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] | I have used this and other Alba products for years...this is creamy and stays in place for a long period. it's perfect under lip sticks too. | 5 | Best Lip Protectant | 1,363,651,200 | 03 19, 2013 |
A1DNXK1AV3P891 | B004BKLHFC | Traci L. Miller | [
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] | I use this directly to my skin as a night time moisturizer. It has anti-aging properties, healing properties. I have seen a dramatic reduction in my pores and their likeliness to clog, turn to acne. my skin has been clear and vibrant for years...it's another Dr. Oz recommendation. | 5 | Over and Over again, an all time favorite | 1,363,651,200 | 03 19, 2013 |
A1DNXK1AV3P891 | B005DJUJSQ | Traci L. Miller | [
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] | i have used this product for years- i use it to remove eye makeup, it keeps my eyelashes soft and supple...i use it on my hands, cuticles, in my nose before flying or when in crowds to avoid inhalation of germs | 5 | Big Fan... | 1,363,651,200 | 03 19, 2013 |
A1DNXK1AV3P891 | B008DM193O | Traci L. Miller | [
0,
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] | I was recommended this product by a friend who heard of it from Dr. Oz. I am a massage therapist and familiar with pressure points and the advantages of accupressure. This is great for airplane travel. | 5 | Amazing product | 1,363,651,200 | 03 19, 2013 |
A1DNXK23Z1U88M | B007QECS1C | candice riley | [
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] | Let it dry first before applying makeup.five to ten minutes.It worked fine for me but I let it set.My makeup looked much better.My foundation is age rewind. | 5 | not a fast makeup product | 1,402,012,800 | 06 6, 2014 |
A1DNXK3SMU30H9 | B008N06I2I | H&H Brown | [
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] | I am the IT Manager for a SMB. We recently purchased a number of Dell's Venue 11 Pro 7130 for mobile Managers. We also purchased 5 docking stations made by Dell for the Venue 11. None of them worked properly. Two were functional (the DisplayPort was the only thing that never worked) but the other 3 could not be used at... | 5 | The Docking Station Dell wishes they could have made. | 1,397,001,600 | 04 9, 2014 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | 0307888754 | Constance | [
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] | I've always been fascinated by the subversive measures used in the war against the Nazis. This book not only fed my obsession, but is also a concise tool for researching how the Allies were able to deceive the Nazi's, with their own assets no less. | 5 | My new obsession | 1,346,716,800 | 09 4, 2012 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B000GX3ILO | Constance | [
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] | I nearly hugged the UPS guy when he dropped this off last week. It's a beautiful watch and what a value!?! I look forward to wearing it while snorkeling this summer, although I'm going to have a watchmaker check it out to make sure the crown is fully tightened and adjust the fit. Overall, I really love this watch, grea... | 4 | My new baby! | 1,364,774,400 | 04 1, 2013 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B001KVZ6HK | Constance | [
0,
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] | After seeing this filmed at my workplace I was really looking forward to seeing the finished product. Joss Whedon NEVER lets me down.... spectacular!! | 5 | Joss Whedon and The Avengers Rock Cleveland!! | 1,353,369,600 | 11 20, 2012 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B0043VDIT2 | Constance | [
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] | I bought this for my Yia Yia's Christmas present and she loved it! Plus, it got here a day ahead of when I expected it. | 4 | A cozy Christmas | 1,356,480,000 | 12 26, 2012 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B005FR7WCC | Constance | [
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] | Overall I'm pretty satisfied with my new Lucky Brand Jeans. The straight leg cut fits my curves well, they are comfortable and don't gap when I move or sit (big plus). They do run small, but there's a nice amount of stretch to provide shape without muffin top. | 4 | Luck be a lady tonight. | 1,358,899,200 | 01 23, 2013 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B005P1ZZUY | Constance | [
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] | I've purchased New Balance before and found them to be the best fitting shoe for my short, wide feet. I read another review about these shoes not needing a break in period, that was definitely correct for me too. I took a run on the trails and stone walls at East Harbor State Park; I was sure footed when jumping from r... | 5 | A renewed joy for trail running | 1,369,785,600 | 05 29, 2013 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B007J4G18K | Constance | [
0,
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] | I bought this for a member of our Adopt-a-family, so other than saying it arrived a day ahead of when I expected it not much to rate. We weren't present for the unveiling, but given the fact she wrote this item 3x on her wish list, I'm betting she was delighted. | 4 | Adopt-a-family gift | 1,357,948,800 | 01 12, 2013 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B007TUAPAO | Constance | [
0,
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] | I probably should've realized I would spend Christmas Day putting this back together each time my nephews Power Rangered it. Lol. It was loved nonetheless! | 4 | Power Rangers Rebuild! | 1,360,713,600 | 02 13, 2013 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B0088AEMSU | Constance | [
1,
2
] | The first time I wore these to work, after getting used to them at home, (which is why I didn't request a refund/return), the pleather peeled right off the toe box. I've had to add polish daily to make them acceptable to wear at work. I was happy with the shoes before actually putting them to retail work, now I'm very ... | 1 | Wide width? Ehhh, maybe | 1,383,436,800 | 11 3, 2013 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B009AMAOTQ | Constance | [
0,
1
] | These four men do a fantastic job portraying delicate issues in a way you'll not only understand but laugh relentlessly because of. | 5 | Prepare to hyperventilate | 1,391,299,200 | 02 2, 2014 |
A1DNXKYB1LV7HM | B00DWXV2EU | Constance | [
0,
0
] | This was a Christmas present for my nephews. I rated it five stars because they nearly made me deaf, they screamed so loud with excitement over their gift. | 5 | Now that's an angry bird! | 1,390,348,800 | 01 22, 2014 |
A1DNXL03WIWRQJ | B009HBYCPC | Britley | [
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] | Broken within a day. Not Very good quality at all. Would not reccomend someone purchasing this case. Soft gell part is OK but the plastic part is really cheap | 1 | crap | 1,393,632,000 | 03 1, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0060172185 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
3
] | I will say that I didn't really care for this author's writing style. This book is not written as a historical piece like many of the other books about famous American families I have read as of late. Even others written by family members do not come off quite as dishy and tongue-in-cheek as this book does. The autho... | 5 | Old time soap opera | 1,399,852,800 | 05 12, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0060567643 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | There are some great 5 star reviews for this book already so I will keep this brief. Of Katherine Casey's many well written true crime books, this would have to be my favorite. I had put off reading this for years because I thought I knew the whole story after seeing Celeste Beard Johnson on so many TV shows. After ... | 5 | Casey is top notch | 1,384,128,000 | 11 11, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0060838337 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
4
] | I loved Dr. Laura's show when it was on a channel where I could hear it. Her books are pretty good too. This particular book seemed like a mix of her other titles, just spanning all topics such as marriage, parenthood, SAHM's etc. I like the excerpts from the listeners...she couldn't make that stuff up. I left the ... | 3 | Mildy good self help book | 1,267,401,600 | 03 1, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0061582026 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | At first I was tired of this book. All the talk about football! But after a while the book focused and landed on a jerk of a husband. One who goes for a cheap Kim Basinger look-a-like with no personality. So he decides he should gun down his wife and unborn daughter in the walk-in closet and then use his own little ... | 4 | Ended up pretty good! | 1,292,630,400 | 12 18, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0061719153 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
0,
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] | This book was a refreshing change from the other memoirs I have read written by addicts. It was not the whining, so sorry for me types like Mackenzie Phillips or Jodie Sweetin's autobiographies. Mary does not make excuses or blame others for her problems. She writes very sensitively and right on the money about drug... | 5 | Better than the other drug memoirs | 1,267,401,600 | 03 1, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0061725471 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
4
] | Another memoir about Anorexia Nervosa may sound a little played out and a little dull. However, this is not one of those books that winds up being some kind of food diary and scale result spreadsheet. Ms. Brown writes what amounts to a love story honoring her daughter's struggle with a serious mental illness. I was ... | 4 | Little body, big heart | 1,301,788,800 | 04 3, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0061728381 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
5,
6
] | Sid is my all time favorite fiction writer and I hate fiction. After rereading "Master of the Game" the other day I went online and imagine my shock to see a sequel! Well, not exactly but I was so lonely for more Eve and Alex so I took the bait. I am glad I did. Although our new authoress is certainly more raunchy ... | 4 | Check Mate! | 1,330,128,000 | 02 25, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0062004638 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | After having received several attacks by somewhat rabid ladies I decided to remove my original review and rewrite this review in a slightly more sensitive fashion. Also, I took the time to read "Misconception" by the biological parents, the Morell's, which I hope all of the prior ladies took the time to do so they can... | 3 | My review, 2.0 | 1,335,830,400 | 05 1, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 006218363X | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
5,
5
] | I just finished Kolker's "Lost Girls" and I had to go back and reread several passages because I didn't want the book to end. This book is absolutely fascinating and extremely well researched. Each of the five most recent victims has their story told with sensitivity and grace. The families of the women must have re... | 5 | One of the best investigative TC books in years | 1,374,883,200 | 07 27, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0062224069 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | I have never spent much time since leaving school reading anything the least bit historical but am so glad my Kindle suggestions brought up this book. Reading the history of how the Commodore began his vast empire was truly interesting and set the stage for the fall of this American royal family. The book is written ... | 5 | Makes history compelling | 1,399,852,800 | 05 12, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0140231617 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
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] | When scanning the book jacket, you think you are going a read a typical true crime book where a murder is laid out and then a police investigation and a trial unfold all while you find out the seamy parts of the killer's life. That is not what this book is about. It can almost be divided into three distinct subjects.... | 4 | Good when read in the right context | 1,335,657,600 | 04 29, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0143116851 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
4
] | At first, I kept telling my husband all about this book and how someone was finally talking about all the problems she has encountered with mental health and depression drugs. I myself have had a horrible time with five or so different drugs for depression and anxiety but the longer I read the book, the less engaged I... | 2 | Started strong, ended with a fizzle | 1,272,758,400 | 05 2, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0143126504 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | WOW! I am astounded by the amount of low star reviews for this outstanding book especially when you compare the amateur reviews to those the of the professionals. Bydlowska's book is receiving immense critical acclaim from the pros while lay readers just aren't feeling it. However, I found this book to be gripping a... | 5 | Guilty Pleasure | 1,405,036,800 | 07 11, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0195388542 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
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] | This is a pretty scientific little piece of work. I wouldn't recommend it to someone just wanting to read what foods to eat to feel good. I saw someone else felt a little mislead by the title and I would agree that this book is more about drugs and chemicals than food except the neat section on coffee. There is a pi... | 5 | Fun and interesting brain food | 1,298,764,800 | 02 27, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312034369 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | What a group of despicable people. Usually, in a TC book, you can find one hero that emerges. Someone who you put your hope in that will save the day. There is no one like that in this story. First, each and every adult in young Larry Swartz's life was a failure. From his worthless young mother who abandoned him a... | 2 | The worst of human nature explored | 1,287,446,400 | 10 19, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312352050 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | This book serves as an excellent companion to all the other books about Scott and Laci. It actually does have new information that I had never read before in either 33 Reasons... or Dangerous Game. I kept reading and reading without putting it down but I had to laugh a little at the sequence where the author tries to... | 5 | Excellent Companion Read | 1,262,044,800 | 12 29, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312359217 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
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] | I hope Peru will keep him based on his pending marriage with a Peruvian woman upon whence he will likely receive citizenship. This young Dutchman will likely strike again if ever he leaves prison! This book is fascinating. I really appreciated how the authors went back and forth chapter to chapter between the Hollow... | 5 | Keep him, Peru... | 1,370,044,800 | 06 1, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312360614 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
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] | I saw this story on a TC doc on tv and so I think it made it easier for me to keep all the players straight and while I don't think this is Olsen's greatest work, he did a good job in the interviews on the show. I liked the book because I grew up in a small Pentecostal church and saw affairs, emotional and otherwise b... | 3 | Agape love meets extreme eros | 1,311,638,400 | 07 26, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312365179 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
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] | I usually stay away from St. Martin's crime books because they are generally poorly written with plots that are underdeveloped and boring. However, this is an exception. I saw this story on "Snapped" and wanted to learn more. The author gets all the goods on this killer nurse (sort of reminiscent of the Melanie Mcgu... | 4 | A firey good read | 1,280,966,400 | 08 5, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312373090 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | This is one of the more sad TC books I have read because the murder, rape, and arson was so senseless and heinous. How the players even got involved in this deadly situation is just frightening and pointless. I would guess that every weekend at universities around the country, young pretty girls drink too much and ar... | 5 | Co-ed Casualty | 1,336,521,600 | 05 9, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312532288 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I hope that this new TC author Shanna Hogan will not just write this book since the story took place in her backyard and go back to her day job. She did an excellent job with this very convoluted case. I was already interested in this gruesome story due to what I believe was a 20/20 episode where they did a "Diary of... | 5 | So happy Shanna Hogan is on the scene | 1,311,206,400 | 07 21, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312936796 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I had seen this story on TV several times so I didn't really want to read the book for the longest time but finally got around to it. It is actually a really well written and interesting book. I agree with the other reviewer on here that was amazed with the work that went into the landfill search for the remains. The... | 5 | Pretty good | 1,396,742,400 | 04 6, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312937415 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | This book was written about the next case of a missing pregnant wife after Scott Peterson and the subject was interesting enough that I kept reading this book. It is a little simplistic as well as it seemed like the author was grasping for material. For example, there is a whole section about the Hacking's cat. Eith... | 2 | Interesting story, so so book | 1,281,916,800 | 08 16, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312941668 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I picked this up after watching an episode featuring the beautiful Melanie Mcguire on "Solved". I enjoyed the book although it was simply a retelling of the Court T.V. proceedings. However, I found it hard to forget Melanie and found myself looking at pictures of her online the next day. Very gruesome case with a be... | 4 | Rote, but a fascinating read. | 1,233,100,800 | 01 28, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312945086 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | Have you ever heard that President Kennedy was assassinated or that there was a Pearl Harbor attack? If not, then this is the book for you! Yes, those hot and fresh topics (amongst others) were discussed in great detail so the author could reach her minimum word count (or maybe it was a page count of 200 seeing as ho... | 1 | Have you ever heard that... | 1,377,129,600 | 08 22, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312946996 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
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] | "An American Crime", the movie portraying these sad events starring young actress Ellen Page will suffice for any one interested in this story. This book is like a very long magazine article. You find out absolutely nothing about Gertrude B's childhood or life that you cannot get from the author's introduction. All ... | 2 | "You figure it out" | 1,317,081,600 | 09 27, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312947860 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | Wow. This book is only to be read if you are in a great mood, life is treating you well, and you want to bring yourself back down. I don't think any murder story I have ever read was more horrific than Elizabeth and her children's ordeal. I went in the basement to do some laundry and tried to imagine staying down th... | 4 | "Flowers in the Attic" on crack. | 1,282,953,600 | 08 28, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312949294 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I know Diane Fanning gets a lot of flack, especially since her book is to be the first released on the Casey Anthony story. I liked this one though. I felt it was interesting and moved at a fast pace. It is just so strange someone could be punished so little for taking a man's life (in the first degree--my opinion).... | 3 | Fairly good True Crime | 1,259,712,000 | 12 2, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312949545 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
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] | First, turn to the pictures section and check out Janeen Snyder's mug shot. If that doesn't send a chill down your spine you might be dead. This girl was the epitome of a nut bag and her Svengali father figure Micheal rounds out a cast of crazy killers. I have been reading a lot lately about tag team man and woman k... | 4 | Lackluster title, decent book | 1,319,500,800 | 10 25, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312950853 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | The title of this review refers to all the ways a fire can be described in a few pages of a book...however, as cheesy as it seems, this was actually a really good book. I liked the author's style. Of course, sometimes the geography section of any true crime book can be a little slow. You can always feel free to skim... | 4 | Fire goblin, fire serpent, fire demon | 1,285,891,200 | 10 1, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312951655 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
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] | I am not surprised that there is nothing on here about this book at all...it was terrible, just awful. Once again, there is no real story here. A low life career criminal Lisa Rahn commits random credit card fraud and then ends up getting into a fire fight with her estranged boyfriend and ends up shooting him. Other... | 1 | The first and probably the last... | 1,312,675,200 | 08 7, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312952775 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
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] | "Conjecture" means guesswork and as much as I usually like Don Davis' writing in this book there is a little too much of it. The twisted killer in this sad book is Chris Hightower and he is as evil and sociopathic as they come. Unfortunately for him, he is also one of the dumbest criminals to hatch a scheme where he ... | 3 | A little too much conjecture | 1,319,846,400 | 10 29, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312953941 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
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] | There are two books about this fascinating case and I would highly recommend if you are interested to read this and skip Aphrodite Jone's "The FBI Killer". I realize her book got five stars from everyone but having purchased and read both I can tell you this is by far superior in every way. Her book is filled with co... | 5 | Sympathy for the Devil | 1,350,000,000 | 10 12, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312959982 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
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] | A unique and original TC book. A story that starts as the narrative of a young girl growing up in a hard scrabble world. That story morphs into a love story, one that is probably very familiar to many of our parents and grandparents. Elaine, the mother of the little girl, Brenda who is murdered, endures cheating, be... | 4 | Beautiful | 1,288,569,600 | 11 1, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312964854 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I tend to be the type to think everyone accused is guilty and while I do think Darlie probably is, this book really pointed out the scary inconsistencies of the States case against her. It was troubling that the author began by seemingly supporting that she was guilty but by the last 1/3, he really was leaning toward... | 4 | still unsure | 1,188,432,000 | 08 30, 2007 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312969112 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | Really enjoyed this book. I don't usually read books that don't deal with a true life murder/crime. I rarely worry about those in other countries let alone royal families but something about Monaco is really relatable and pretty interesting. Stephanie was just the eightie's Paris Hilton. What a charmed life those p... | 4 | Royal pains, royal mess | 1,282,953,600 | 08 28, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312973098 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | This book is well researched and very detailed. It gives an inside look into the lives of Brian and Amy and their posh New Jersey suburb. The characters are fleshed out and interesting However, you are even the tiniest bit squeamish, I recommend skipping the chapter "Get rid of it!" or at least please don't read th... | 4 | Not for the faint | 1,235,433,600 | 02 24, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312974159 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I first read this book about 10 years ago and never forgot it. I read very little fiction but felt I wanted to revisit Vanessa and Kate and am really glad I did. You don't find a lot of mainstream fiction featuring African American women but this book (written by a white woman) manages to flesh one out. Vanessa is a... | 5 | Truly standing the test of time... | 1,368,576,000 | 05 15, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312974167 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
0,
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] | Personally, although I was initially turned off by the subject of this book (the murdering of elderly ladies), the author has written a terrifically detailed and investigated work. I liked reading the word for word police interrogations because it was really crazy how she kept asking for a lawyer and was told she wasn... | 5 | Did we read the same book? | 1,278,892,800 | 07 12, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312975570 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
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] | Since I enjoy dabbling in arm chair psychology, I will give my opinions towards this book. I feel that many of Anson's (Stower's son) problems stemmed directly from the fractured relationship he had with his mother, Jana. She was an immature teen who got pregnant and once her kids reached an age where they really nee... | 4 | More like sins of the mother | 1,279,756,800 | 07 22, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312993099 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | Oddly enough I first read the David Brame story which in so many ways is sadly similar to the Dave Camm story. However, as Kim Camm's father wondered aloud how come David Camm didn't just turn the gun on himself before he shot his two young children? If only that would have been the case. I bought the book having be... | 4 | Camm? Brame? They seem the same... | 1,348,099,200 | 09 20, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312998031 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
6
] | The subject is sad but interesting. Mothers hurting their own children for attention. I think that is why some people have a hard time believing Tara Reid could be guilty because it is such an odd disorder. That doesn't mean she didn't do it. I also found how taken the author was with Prosecuter Hanes quite comical... | 2 | Not one I'd read again | 1,283,126,400 | 08 30, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312998198 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
0,
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] | I really got sucked into this book. I had seen this story before on TV. I recognized Toni Gibb's lovely nursing photo immediately but was not disappointed with the insight this book lends to a sad story. This author really goes into his material and while I have read a few of his phrases over and over in the last fe... | 5 | So pleased with this author | 1,280,793,600 | 08 3, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0312999135 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | I really only read the best TC writers (no more Matt W. Phelps for me) but Crowley manages to be at the top of his game on this one. I have not read his other book so I can't speak for it but if you want ALL the background behind Generosa, Danny, and Ted, read no further. Not only is this a fascinating story where pe... | 5 | Done reading it twice and it is still quite nice | 1,345,766,400 | 08 24, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 031609756X | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
0,
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] | The cover of this book is emblazoned with "If you've never read James Patterson, start here"...but I can't endorse this statement. I have played all of hisWomen's Murder Club: Triple Crime Pack [Download] games and watched his movies and thought that maybe I would check out a fiction book. (I HATE FICTION) and this i... | 2 | Not off to a great start. | 1,372,118,400 | 06 25, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0316166618 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | The author seems talented. The subject is just a bit shallow for a Harvard grad. I understand the book is more than just about hair; it is about women aging in general. I am 31 and have a few gray hairs. I have colored my hair since the fifth grade for individuality purposes and see nothing wrong with any one of an... | 2 | One gray hair, two? Who cares! | 1,262,390,400 | 01 2, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0316678104 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I just finished reading this for the second time and I still love it! Anita Shreve often writes about provocative subjects and this does not disappoint. John Hawkins would be a registered sex offender in this day and age but this story takes place in 1900 so only the young Olympia gets blamed. | 5 | Awesome Fiction! | 1,257,465,600 | 11 6, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0345487176 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
3
] | I think the reviews that have been crafted thus far are really perfect. This is one of the saddest books I have ever read. No hyperbole. It is easy to read a book like this and want to assign all blame to the evil "mother dearest" Lois, the crazy neurotic abusing adopted mother but there is more blame to be shared. ... | 5 | Not much more to add | 1,286,582,400 | 10 9, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0345517830 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | This book could be read by those struggling with a drug addiction or those simply interested in the arcane tradition of the opium den. The author is very informed due to his years of hands on case study. The information and pictures of the old opium tools are fascinating. His chapters about his withdrawals are perti... | 4 | Covers several genres in one heady book | 1,345,766,400 | 08 24, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0345534522 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
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] | I began reading about family dynasties by reading the story of the Vanderbilts. After reading about the Clarks I realize that they and really, the Astors as well were not quite as rich and powerful as some of the other families of the era. You never really hear about W. A. Clark even though he was negatively responsi... | 5 | Makes Vanderbilts look like poor white trash | 1,399,852,800 | 05 12, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0375702695 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
5,
5
] | It is hard to come up with points that have not already been made on this forum but after reading all the reviews I have a few bones to pick. First, I think the research and the time spent on this book (six years) is amazing and shows the author's dedication without trying to capitalize on a sensational case by publis... | 4 | Not my guys | 1,320,710,400 | 11 8, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0375713808 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
6
] | Ecchh. I really thought I was going to enjoy this book. However, it didn't take too many pages to realize I would never finish it. I do feel for the author and could get a sense of her horrible pain over her son's death. I think I would have rather read about that and just left Karla Faye Tucker out of the whole th... | 1 | Cross this one out | 1,259,971,200 | 12 5, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0380005239 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
2
] | I first read this book about 20 years ago as an impressionable teen and thought it was pretty scandalous. Of course, I was busy reading Judy Blume books then. I reread it now and find it to be quite laughable and unbelievable. Carlie is certainly the Pollyanna of the drug world. First, she is just a sweet and innoc... | 2 | Not standing the test of time... | 1,335,657,600 | 04 29, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0380545934 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | Today, if a 15 year old murdered his parents, we would probably spend a great amount of time trying to find out why. Back in 1961 when Wayne Dresbach murdered his adopted parents no one seemed to be too worried about it - or they were studiously trying to cover it up. Patricide is an ancient concept that seems to hav... | 5 | When a child kills... | 1,321,747,200 | 11 20, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0380716011 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | I am just starting to get into Olsen's work. It is a shame he is gone and is no longer writing. I worry about the day Ann Rule retires as well. Either way, I enjoyed this book. It has been a long time since I have given up any sleep to read and this book finally did it. I will go ahead and mention it...this is the... | 4 | Charmed by this Jack Olsen work | 1,286,150,400 | 10 4, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0380731479 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | If incest bothers you, read this anyways. Be aware that your neighbors and even your own families may be living lives that you would find shocking. The author bares her soul in a way most never do and never will. I loved this book and it is written in a poetic and deep fashion. You will always remember this book. ... | 4 | A thought provoking difficult read | 1,228,003,200 | 11 30, 2008 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0380794012 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
5,
5
] | I see that this book garnered all kinds of feedback and people seemed to either love this or hate it. I started out very interested considering that some heavy hitters in the lit world appeared to feel this was an important work (Hunter S. Thompson, not Maxim, FYI) but anyway...I ended up feeling like I had just read ... | 2 | You love it or you hate it (I did not love it...) | 1,312,675,200 | 08 7, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0385237723 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | A murder set in Detroit in the eighties...Are you hooked yet? No? I have gotten real picky lately with my true crime reading but this book finally satisfied me. Not only is the book ridiculously detailed, but the subject is totally different than your typical, husband/wife or serial killer story. To imagine this do... | 5 | Spending it all on Spens | 1,285,632,000 | 09 28, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0393088219 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
4
] | I know everyone on here seems to love this book. I know the author is well renowned for "Helter Skelter". I just found this book sort of dull and impersonal. I hope it is not as sophomoric as since there were no pictures I felt disconnected but maybe it is. I just didn't relate to Katherine or anyone else for that... | 2 | First timer | 1,282,953,600 | 08 28, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0425225488 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
6,
8
] | Fairly decent book. Typical true crime fare. However, the author(s) tend to insert much of their own little opinions and slants into the story. They really come off as very unfeeling towards the organization "Turning Point". I am not sure why they would not consider a woman being strangled to death by her husband a... | 3 | Chilling Tara Grant Murder | 1,234,051,200 | 02 8, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 042523083X | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
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] | I chose this book on the Amanda Knox murder trial because of the comments posted by readers stating this book was more objective. However, this author just did a book reading at a Seattle store where Amanda's mother and sister were in attendance... The book is interesting and if the facts presented are true, then ther... | 3 | Foreign Exchange Frightner | 1,276,905,600 | 06 19, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 042523634X | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
4
] | I totally agree with the reviewer on here who was hesitant to read this due to feeling it would be some kind of self serving soliloquy to her and her son and that couldn't be farther from the truth. The book opens with a bang and just keeps going, never slowing down or becoming disingenuous. This is a love story to h... | 5 | Reminiscent of Jack Olsen's "Salt of the Earth" | 1,334,620,800 | 04 17, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0425258769 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
3
] | I won't give this below 3 stars because it wasn't that the book was poorly written, it was just a tad too boring and didn't hold my interest at all. I initially bought this because I read about the AA angle and thought that might make for some juicy reading. However, besides the tragic murder, this is mostly a retell... | 3 | Just a little too slow for me | 1,385,424,000 | 11 26, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0425263649 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
8,
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] | This is one of the better new TC finds of late. One of the strangest crimes and criminals I have read about in a long time. I think women will be especially interested in this story because of the setting in lululemon athletica. As other reviewers have written, you will want to read it in one or two sittings. It mo... | 5 | Wildly fascinating | 1,385,078,400 | 11 22, 2013 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0440213428 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | 15 years ago, I went through a phase where I read all of Lois Duncan's books for teens. She is one of my favorite authors. I was not disappointed with her excursion into true crime. She writes very honestly about her own daughter's murder. She includes private thoughts that may make her look bad but keep the story ... | 4 | Interesting True Crime by a Terrific Author | 1,247,443,200 | 07 13, 2009 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0440217164 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
3
] | I have a repressed memory of this case from my childhood (ha ha). No, I remember all the hoopla that came about when all these people began "remembering" things that happened to them as children, even at ages where you really can't remember anything. Sexual abuse seemed to be the common theme but this case dealt with... | 5 | Rock of ages? | 1,318,204,800 | 10 10, 2011 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0446353124 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | You will tire of Ms. Audrey Marie Hilley quickly if you have read other books with women that share her nature... (see "Everything She Ever Wanted") by Ann Rule, anything about Barbara Stager, "Before He Wakes" (the church lady) or the book about Velma Barfley (umm, I mean Barfield). These are middle aged women that s... | 4 | And along comes another one, another one... | 1,342,828,800 | 07 21, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0446601543 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
0,
0
] | This sordid tale stayed with me for a long time. It even prompted me to rent movies mentioned in the book that Paul Bernardo tried to emulate. The story is well written and very detailed and caused me to tell everyone I know about it as I read it. We still joke about "Snuffles". Read this and you will be in the know... | 5 | Will stay with you | 1,188,432,000 | 08 30, 2007 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0446602353 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
3,
4
] | The synopsis of this case makes it sound extremely interesting and unique. Two rich young sons both suffering from major mental illnesses? Especially in one tight nit, religious and wealthy family. It seems most people that interacted with them over the years knew something was askew but there was nothing anyone els... | 2 | Just not the right book for me | 1,283,644,800 | 09 5, 2010 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451166604 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | I will always hold Small Sacrifices as the best true crime book I have ever read...Between the voluminous detail and twisted story of the sickest criminal I have ever read about, this is a work of art for the genre. I use this to compare all other T.C. books and call this Ann Rule's masterpiece. Thank God Diane Downs... | 5 | Best true crime novel ever | 1,189,036,800 | 09 6, 2007 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451169476 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
2
] | I have never read Joe Sharkey before but I will be ordering more of his books after devouring what I would consider to be this TC classic. Not only is his subject, that of murderous fugitive John List, utterly fascinating, his writing is not overwrought with dramatic utterances and there is no filler in site. The fir... | 5 | Put this on your List | 1,341,964,800 | 07 11, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451201086 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | I chose this book simply to read about a person who was felt to be suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder and knew very little about Princess Di due to being just a baby when she married Prince Charles. Of course I remember seeing pics from the wedding and all the sensational tabloid coverage of her and Camill... | 4 | She was human | 1,394,582,400 | 03 12, 2014 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451217268 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | This is much different than your typical TC book in that there is no mystery here who killed whom. Also, in most TC books, the killer does not then turn the weapon on themselves. This book is more of a detailed account of an acrimonious divorce and the somewhat shallow lives of two poorly matched marital partners. T... | 3 | The truth probably lies somewhere in the middle | 1,347,580,800 | 09 14, 2012 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451401964 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
4,
4
] | Older book but still a good read. The fact a nurse could hurt children for her own weird highs is pretty frightening. The book was well researched and for the most part flowed with only a few slow parts about hospital administration etc. | 3 | scary stuff | 1,188,432,000 | 08 30, 2007 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451403355 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
1,
1
] | I have never thrown a book away after I read it until this one. I read the book with one eye open...I was drawn in like a bad tabloid story. I felt guilty the whole time I was reading it and when I finished, I tossed it in the trash. The book just feels like it is shrouded in evil. It is an interesting read, especi... | 2 | the one I thew away | 1,189,036,800 | 09 6, 2007 |
A1DNXL8BIR5R8R | 0451403975 | E. P. Brookshire ""TRUEobsession"" | [
2,
3
] | It took me a while to get into this book but once I did, I found myself very interested. The suspect is a sexy cheating dentist and the crime was one seen often--an intruder somehow manages to brutally kill one person and leave a witness alive. There is always a staged crime scene. The twist in this book involves th... | 3 | Fairly interesting, well written | 1,247,443,200 | 07 13, 2009 |
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