Bestsellers
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The Sing Sing Files
- One Journalist, Six Innocent Men, and a Twenty-Year Fight for Justice
- By: Dan Slepian
- Narrated by: Dan Slepian
- Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Dan Slepian, a veteran producer for NBC’s Dateline recounts his two-decade journey navigating the broken criminal justice system to help free six innocent men.
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The storyline was compelling.
- By jack on 09-23-24
By: Dan Slepian
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Behave
- The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst
- By: Robert Sapolsky
- Narrated by: Michael Goldstrom
- Length: 26 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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From the celebrated neurobiologist and primatologist, a landmark, genre-defining examination of human behavior, both good and bad, and an answer to the question: Why do we do the things we do? Sapolsky's storytelling concept is delightful but it also has a powerful intrinsic logic....
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Insightful
- By Doug Hay on 07-27-17
By: Robert Sapolsky
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Violence of Mind
- Training and Preparation for Extreme Violence
- By: Varg Freeborn
- Narrated by: Varg Freeborn
- Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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A book covering the topic of self-defense from a shocking, firsthand perspective. The subjects of criminal violence, self-defense, lethal force, mindset, firearms training, and concealment have never been introduced so comprehensively in one place....
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Awesome Book!!
- By Scott on 02-16-21
By: Varg Freeborn
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Wiseguy
- By: Nicholas Pileggi, Martin Scorsese - introduction
- Narrated by: Ari Fliakos, Corey Brill, Hillary Huber, and others
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Nicholas Pileggi's vivid, unvarnished, journalistic chronicle of the life of Henry Hill - the working-class Brooklyn kid who knew from age twelve that "to be a wiseguy was to own the world," who grew up to live the highs and lows of the mafia gangster's life....
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Finally unabridged
- By Rodney on 12-16-19
By: Nicholas Pileggi, and others
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The Sun Does Shine
- By: Anthony Ray Hinton, Lara Love Hardin, Bryan Stevenson - foreword
- Narrated by: Bryan Stevenson - foreword, Kevin R. Free
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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The Sun Does Shine is an arresting audiobook memoir of hope, love, justice, and the power of reading, written by a man who spent 30 years on death row for a crime he didn't commit....
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DOWN WITH CAPITAL PUNISHMENT!!!
- By MUDDBONE on 04-29-18
By: Anthony Ray Hinton, and others
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The Killer Across the Table
- Unlocking the Secrets of Serial Killers and Predators with the FBI's Original Mindhunter
- By: John E. Douglas, Mark Olshaker
- Narrated by: Jonathan Groff
- Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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In The Killer Across the Table, John E. Douglas, legendary FBI criminal profiler, number one New York Times best-selling author, and inspiration for Netflix’s Mindhunter, delves into the lives and crimes of four of the most disturbing and complex predatory killers....
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Excellent narration, finally some new insight
- By T. Kennedy on 05-17-19
By: John E. Douglas, and others
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The Sing Sing Files
- One Journalist, Six Innocent Men, and a Twenty-Year Fight for Justice
- By: Dan Slepian
- Narrated by: Dan Slepian
- Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Dan Slepian, a veteran producer for NBC’s Dateline recounts his two-decade journey navigating the broken criminal justice system to help free six innocent men.
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The storyline was compelling.
- By jack on 09-23-24
By: Dan Slepian
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Behave
- The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst
- By: Robert Sapolsky
- Narrated by: Michael Goldstrom
- Length: 26 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
From the celebrated neurobiologist and primatologist, a landmark, genre-defining examination of human behavior, both good and bad, and an answer to the question: Why do we do the things we do? Sapolsky's storytelling concept is delightful but it also has a powerful intrinsic logic....
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Insightful
- By Doug Hay on 07-27-17
By: Robert Sapolsky
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Violence of Mind
- Training and Preparation for Extreme Violence
- By: Varg Freeborn
- Narrated by: Varg Freeborn
- Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
A book covering the topic of self-defense from a shocking, firsthand perspective. The subjects of criminal violence, self-defense, lethal force, mindset, firearms training, and concealment have never been introduced so comprehensively in one place....
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Awesome Book!!
- By Scott on 02-16-21
By: Varg Freeborn
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Wiseguy
- By: Nicholas Pileggi, Martin Scorsese - introduction
- Narrated by: Ari Fliakos, Corey Brill, Hillary Huber, and others
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Nicholas Pileggi's vivid, unvarnished, journalistic chronicle of the life of Henry Hill - the working-class Brooklyn kid who knew from age twelve that "to be a wiseguy was to own the world," who grew up to live the highs and lows of the mafia gangster's life....
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Finally unabridged
- By Rodney on 12-16-19
By: Nicholas Pileggi, and others
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The Sun Does Shine
- By: Anthony Ray Hinton, Lara Love Hardin, Bryan Stevenson - foreword
- Narrated by: Bryan Stevenson - foreword, Kevin R. Free
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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The Sun Does Shine is an arresting audiobook memoir of hope, love, justice, and the power of reading, written by a man who spent 30 years on death row for a crime he didn't commit....
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DOWN WITH CAPITAL PUNISHMENT!!!
- By MUDDBONE on 04-29-18
By: Anthony Ray Hinton, and others
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The Killer Across the Table
- Unlocking the Secrets of Serial Killers and Predators with the FBI's Original Mindhunter
- By: John E. Douglas, Mark Olshaker
- Narrated by: Jonathan Groff
- Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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In The Killer Across the Table, John E. Douglas, legendary FBI criminal profiler, number one New York Times best-selling author, and inspiration for Netflix’s Mindhunter, delves into the lives and crimes of four of the most disturbing and complex predatory killers....
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Excellent narration, finally some new insight
- By T. Kennedy on 05-17-19
By: John E. Douglas, and others
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The Innocent Man
- Murder and Injustice in a Small Town
- By: John Grisham
- Narrated by: Craig Wasson
- Length: 12 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction: a true crime story that will terrify anyone who believes in the presumption of innocence....
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Wake up people...
- By Michael H. Wagner on 10-14-09
By: John Grisham
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When the Night Comes Falling
- A Requiem for the Idaho Student Murders
- By: Howard Blum
- Narrated by: Zac Aleman
- Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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Bestselling author Howard Blum, whose groundbreaking coverage of the story was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, tells the definitive inside story of the Idaho murders.
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Waste of Money
- By Jessica on 07-05-24
By: Howard Blum
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Helter Skelter
- The True Story of the Manson Murders
- By: Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 26 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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Prosecuting attorney in the Manson trial Vincent Bugliosi held a unique insider's position in one of the most baffling and horrifying cases of the 20th century....
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Everything I remembered about the case was wrong..
- By karen on 06-22-12
By: Vincent Bugliosi, and others
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The Serial Killer's Apprentice
- The True Story of How Houston's Deadliest Murderer Turned a Kid into a Killing Machine
- By: Katherine Ramsland, Tracy Ullman
- Narrated by: Christina Delaine
- Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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The Serial Killer's Apprentice tells the story of Corll and his accomplices in its fullest form to date. It also explores the concept of "mur-dar" (the predator's instinct for exploitable kids) and how tales like Henley's can aid with early intervention.
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How someone could get away with all those murders and the police just brushed off the disappearances of so many boys.
- By Trainer Sue on 08-15-24
By: Katherine Ramsland, and others
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No Stone Unturned
- The True Story of the World's Premier Forensic Investigators
- By: Steve Jackson
- Narrated by: Kevin Pierce
- Length: 14 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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No Stone Unturned recreates the genesis of NecroSearch International: a small ,eclectic group of scientists and law enforcement personal....
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Forensic Superheroes
- By Mark on 09-14-16
By: Steve Jackson
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On Killing
- The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society
- By: Lt. Col. Dave Grossman
- Narrated by: Lt. Col. Dave Grossman
- Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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The revised and updated edition of Lt. Col. Dave Grossman's modern classic about the psychology of combat, hailed by the Washington Post as "an illuminating account of how soldiers learn to kill and how they live with the experiences of having killed"....
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Adam G
- By Mattie on 05-20-10
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The Highest Law in the Land
- How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy
- By: Jessica Pishko
- Narrated by: Nan McNamara
- Length: 14 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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A leading authority on sheriffs in America investigates the impunity with which sheriffs police their communities, alongside the troubling role they play in American life, law enforcement, and, increasingly, national politics....
By: Jessica Pishko
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Among the Bros
- A Fraternity Crime Story
- By: Max Marshall
- Narrated by: Stephen Graybill
- Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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A brilliant young investigative journalist traces a murder and a multi-million-dollar drug ring, leading to an unprecedented look at elite American fraternity life....
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Great Book-Not so great reading
- By Hannah Earp on 11-30-23
By: Max Marshall
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Ghettoside
- A True Story of Murder in America
- By: Jill Leovy
- Narrated by: Rebecca Lowman
- Length: 13 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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A masterly work of literary journalism about a senseless murder, a relentless detective, and the great plague of homicide in America....
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Wish I liked it more
- By Deborah on 03-05-15
By: Jill Leovy
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Dark Alliance
- The CIA, the Contras, and the Crack Cocaine Explosion
- By: Gary Webb
- Narrated by: Christian Rummel
- Length: 20 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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In July 1995, San Jose Mercury-News reporter Gary Webb found the Big One - the blockbuster story every journalist secretly dreams about - without even looking for it....
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Bigger than You Thought
- By Susie on 04-28-14
By: Gary Webb
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Journey into Darkness
- By: John E. Douglas, Mark Olshaker
- Narrated by: Danny Campbell
- Length: 15 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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In Journey into Darkness, John Douglas, who headed the FBI's elite Investigative Support Unit, profiles vicious serial killers, rapists, and child molesters. He is straightforward, blunt, often irreverent, and outspoken, but takes pains not to glorify any of these murderers....
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I returned this book because it disturbed me
- By Adam on 10-21-19
By: John E. Douglas, and others
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Dreamland
- The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic
- By: Sam Quinones
- Narrated by: Tom Jordan
- Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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From a small town in Mexico to the boardrooms of Big Pharma to main streets nationwide, an explosive and shocking account of addiction in the heartland of America....
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Excellent
- By Joe on 08-01-22
By: Sam Quinones
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Orange Is the New Black
- My Year in a Women's Prison
- By: Piper Kerman
- Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
- Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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With a career, a boyfriend, and a loving family, Piper Kerman barely resembles the reckless young woman who delivered a suitcase of drug money 10 years before. But that past has caught up with her. Convicted and sentenced to 15 months at an infamous federal correctional facility....
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The show is better
- By Carlie on 02-06-20
By: Piper Kerman
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The Psychopath Whisperer
- The Science of Those Without Conscience
- By: Kent A. Kiehl
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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In The Psychopath Whisperer, Kiehl describes in fascinating detail his years working with psychopaths and studying their thought processes....
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An autobiography with splatter of neuropsychology.
- By DORIS H. on 08-16-14
By: Kent A. Kiehl
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Obsession
- The FBI's Legendary Profiler Probes the Psyches of Killers, Rapists, and Stalkers
- By: John E. Douglas, Mark Olshaker
- Narrated by: Danny Campbell
- Length: 16 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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In Obsession, John Douglas once again takes us fascinatingly behind the scenes, focusing his expertise on predatory crimes, primarily against women....
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WARNING!!! Why am I reading /listening to
- By leelee8888 on 02-24-19
By: John E. Douglas, and others
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The Man from the Train
- The Solving of a Century-Old Serial Killer Mystery
- By: Bill James, Rachel McCarthy James
- Narrated by: John Bedford Lloyd
- Length: 17 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Bill James applies his analytical acumen to crack an unsolved century-old mystery surrounding one of the deadliest serial killers in American history....
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Repetitive and Frustrating
- By Heather L. on 02-22-18
By: Bill James, and others
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Beyond OODA
- Developing the Orientation for Deception, Conflict and Violence
- By: Varg Freeborn
- Narrated by: Varg Freeborn
- Length: 4 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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Beyond OODA: Developing the Orientation for Deception, Conflict and Violence is Varg Freeborn's highly anticipated follow up to the extremely popular Violence of Mind....
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Beyond Grossman and all the so called experts.
- By Amazon Customer on 06-05-24
By: Varg Freeborn
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Unnatural Causes
- By: Dr Richard Shepherd
- Narrated by: Dr Richard Shepherd
- Length: 11 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
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As the country's top forensic pathologist, Dr Richard Shepherd has spent a lifetime uncovering the secrets of the dead....
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Boring!
- By Zoesmydog on 06-21-19
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We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families
- Stories from Rwanda
- By: Philip Gourevitch
- Narrated by: Philip Gourevitch
- Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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An unforgettable firsthand account of a people's response to genocide and what it tells us about humanity....
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Things you'd never imagine
- By LEE on 12-27-19
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Killer Triggers
- By: Joe Kenda
- Narrated by: Joe Kenda
- Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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The most common triggers for homicide are fear, rage, revenge, money, lust, and, more rarely, sheer madness. This isn’t an exact science, of course. Any given murder can have multiple triggers. Sex and revenge seem to be common partners in crime....
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Joe Kenda is always fun.
- By Jackson Theofore Keys on 03-10-21
By: Joe Kenda
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Out of the Darkness
- The Story of Mary Ellen Wilson
- By: Eric A. Shelman
- Narrated by: Deb Thomas
- Length: 11 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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The only book that tells the story of Mary Ellen's life and rescue. An abused nine-year-old girl, she became the first child in America rescued from an abusive home....
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Harrowing Story
- By musa on 03-21-17
By: Eric A. Shelman
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Drug Use for Grown-Ups
- Chasing Liberty in the Land of Fear
- By: Dr. Carl L. Hart
- Narrated by: Dr. Carl L. Hart
- Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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In Drug Use for Grown-Ups, Dr. Carl L. Hart draws on decades of research and his own personal experience to argue definitively that the criminalization and demonization of drug use - not drugs themselves - have been a tremendous scourge on America....
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Dr Carl Hart should be our drug Czar
- By Steven Todd Gordon on 01-19-21
By: Dr. Carl L. Hart
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Chasing the Scream
- By: Johann Hari
- Narrated by: Johann Hari
- Length: 13 hrs and 8 mins
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What if everything you think you know about addiction is wrong....
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Incredible
- By c.caste on 09-09-23
By: Johann Hari
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Biased
- Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do
- By: Jennifer L. Eberhardt PhD
- Narrated by: Jennifer L. Eberhardt PhD
- Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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From one of the world’s leading experts on unconscious racial bias come stories, science, and strategies to address one of the central controversies of our time...
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hoped for more on why bias and how to avoid it
- By Pavan Ongole on 04-04-19
New releases
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The Sing Sing Files
- One Journalist, Six Innocent Men, and a Twenty-Year Fight for Justice
- By: Dan Slepian
- Narrated by: Dan Slepian
- Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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In 2002, Dan Slepian, a veteran producer for NBC’s Dateline, received a tip from a Bronx homicide detective that two men were serving twenty-five years to life in prison for a 1990 murder they did not commit. Haunted by what the detective had told him, Slepian began an investigation of the case that eventually resulted in freedom for the two men and launched Slepian on a two-decade personal and professional journey into a deeply flawed justice system fiercely resistant to rectifying—or even acknowledging—its mistakes and their consequences.
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The storyline was compelling.
- By jack on 09-23-24
By: Dan Slepian
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The Highest Law in the Land
- How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy
- By: Jessica Pishko
- Narrated by: Nan McNamara
- Length: 14 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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A leading authority on sheriffs in America investigates the impunity with which sheriffs police their communities, alongside the troubling role they play in American life, law enforcement, and, increasingly, national politics.
By: Jessica Pishko
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International Perspectives on Penal Systems
- Comparative Insights and Reforms
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Unlock the hidden layers of the world's penal systems with International Perspectives on Penal Systems. This comprehensive eBook delves deep into the intricacies of penal reform movements, offering a global viewpoint on the effectiveness of different penal policies. Begin your journey with a historical overview of penal systems, understanding the importance and the drivers behind reforms. Explore the significant role of human rights and see how international standards shape prison policies across continents. Investigate real-world case studies that highlight human rights violations and ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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The Privatization of Prisons
- Benefits and Controversies in Modern Correctional Systems
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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Unlock the secrets behind one of the most controversial topics of our time with The Privatization of Prisons. This meticulously researched eBook delves deep into the complex world of private prisons, offering readers an unbiased and comprehensive analysis. Begin your journey with an exploration of the historical roots and evolution of prison systems, paving the way to the emergence of private prisons. Understand the legal framework that underpins these institutions, including key legislation, government contracts, and the critical aspects of accountability and oversight. Dive into the ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Shattered Minds
- Addressing Mental Health Challenges and Solutions in Prisons
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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Unlock the dark corridors of an often-overlooked crisis with Shattered Minds, an eye-opening exploration into the turbulent world of prisoner mental health. This compelling eBook dives deep into the systemic issues plaguing mental health care in prisons and offers a comprehensive guide for understanding and addressing these challenges. From historical context to the urgent need for reform, the book sets the stage by painting a broad picture of the mental health crisis in correctional facilities. Dive into the common disorders that plague incarcerated individuals, including depression, ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Hit #29
- Based on the Killer's Own Account
- By: Joey the Hit Man, David Fisher - contributor
- Narrated by: Johnny Heller
- Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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In the fall of 1969, a public execution in an Italian restaurant in Brooklyn earned Joey a mention in the New York Daily News and a twenty-grand payout from the mob. On the surface, his next job seemed just as routine: The bosses suspected their trusted numbers controller, Joe Squillante, was skimming the nightly bets to settle personal debts. Joey gave Squillante two weeks to live.
By: Joey the Hit Man, and others
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The Sing Sing Files
- One Journalist, Six Innocent Men, and a Twenty-Year Fight for Justice
- By: Dan Slepian
- Narrated by: Dan Slepian
- Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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In 2002, Dan Slepian, a veteran producer for NBC’s Dateline, received a tip from a Bronx homicide detective that two men were serving twenty-five years to life in prison for a 1990 murder they did not commit. Haunted by what the detective had told him, Slepian began an investigation of the case that eventually resulted in freedom for the two men and launched Slepian on a two-decade personal and professional journey into a deeply flawed justice system fiercely resistant to rectifying—or even acknowledging—its mistakes and their consequences.
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The storyline was compelling.
- By jack on 09-23-24
By: Dan Slepian
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The Highest Law in the Land
- How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy
- By: Jessica Pishko
- Narrated by: Nan McNamara
- Length: 14 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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A leading authority on sheriffs in America investigates the impunity with which sheriffs police their communities, alongside the troubling role they play in American life, law enforcement, and, increasingly, national politics.
By: Jessica Pishko
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International Perspectives on Penal Systems
- Comparative Insights and Reforms
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Unlock the hidden layers of the world's penal systems with International Perspectives on Penal Systems. This comprehensive eBook delves deep into the intricacies of penal reform movements, offering a global viewpoint on the effectiveness of different penal policies. Begin your journey with a historical overview of penal systems, understanding the importance and the drivers behind reforms. Explore the significant role of human rights and see how international standards shape prison policies across continents. Investigate real-world case studies that highlight human rights violations and ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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The Privatization of Prisons
- Benefits and Controversies in Modern Correctional Systems
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Unlock the secrets behind one of the most controversial topics of our time with The Privatization of Prisons. This meticulously researched eBook delves deep into the complex world of private prisons, offering readers an unbiased and comprehensive analysis. Begin your journey with an exploration of the historical roots and evolution of prison systems, paving the way to the emergence of private prisons. Understand the legal framework that underpins these institutions, including key legislation, government contracts, and the critical aspects of accountability and oversight. Dive into the ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Shattered Minds
- Addressing Mental Health Challenges and Solutions in Prisons
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Unlock the dark corridors of an often-overlooked crisis with Shattered Minds, an eye-opening exploration into the turbulent world of prisoner mental health. This compelling eBook dives deep into the systemic issues plaguing mental health care in prisons and offers a comprehensive guide for understanding and addressing these challenges. From historical context to the urgent need for reform, the book sets the stage by painting a broad picture of the mental health crisis in correctional facilities. Dive into the common disorders that plague incarcerated individuals, including depression, ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Hit #29
- Based on the Killer's Own Account
- By: Joey the Hit Man, David Fisher - contributor
- Narrated by: Johnny Heller
- Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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In the fall of 1969, a public execution in an Italian restaurant in Brooklyn earned Joey a mention in the New York Daily News and a twenty-grand payout from the mob. On the surface, his next job seemed just as routine: The bosses suspected their trusted numbers controller, Joe Squillante, was skimming the nightly bets to settle personal debts. Joey gave Squillante two weeks to live.
By: Joey the Hit Man, and others
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Breaking the Cycle
- Understanding and Preventing Recidivism
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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Unlock the secrets to breaking the destructive cycle of recidivism with Breaking the Cycle, your comprehensive guide to understanding and combating this complex issue. Delve into the core of recidivism, beginning with a clear definition, contextual history, and compelling reasons for why it must be addressed. Explore the psychological underpinnings such as mental health challenges, substance abuse, and the lingering effects of trauma. These factors are meticulously unpacked to offer a clear understanding of their role in repeated criminal behavior. Sociological influences like family ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Beyond the Bars
- Understanding the Ripple Effects of Incarceration on Families and Communities
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins
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Unlock the profound impact of incarceration on families and communities in Beyond the Bars, an eye-opening eBook that delves into the emotional, economic, and social challenges experienced by households when a loved one goes to prison. Navigate through the emotional tolls, exploring stress, anxiety, and long-term psychological effects on families. Understand the economic strain, including loss of income, legal expenses, and childcare costs, and see firsthand the repercussions on children faced with educational challenges and behavioral issues. Take a deep dive into the harsh realities of ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Parole
- By: Rob McKeon
- Narrated by: Rob McKeon
- Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins
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Rob McKeon is a member of Britain’s parole board, making tough, life-changing decisions about whether a prisoner is safe to return to society; impacting not only prisoners and their victims, but also the general public. This vital work has been the subject of a BBC television documentary, Parole. For 12 years, Rob has been handling sensitive and high-profile cases, dealing with the social, moral, and emotional pressures that come with this difficult job. This book provides unique insight into his work, with a compelling behind-the-scenes look at parole hearings.
By: Rob McKeon
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Juvenile Justice
- Addressing Youth Crime for a Safer Future
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins
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Discover the transformative world of juvenile justice with this compelling and comprehensive eBook, "Juvenile Justice." Designed for anyone looking to deeply understand rehabilitation programs for youthful offenders, this resource dives into the heart of what makes these programs successful. Begin your journey with an exploration of the history and evolution of juvenile rehabilitation programs. Understand the varied types of rehabilitation and the significant role community-based alternatives play in shaping futures. Learn about the psychological aspects affecting youth offenders, including...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Benkos Luftschloss
- Warum René Benkos Immobilienimperium zusammenbrach und was dem Pleitier nun droht
- By: Margret Hucko, Martin Noé
- Narrated by: Rössler Steffen
- Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins
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Wirtschaftsgeschichte hautnah – eine Fallstudie. Die Spuren René Benkos sind unübersehbar: Paläste wie das KaDeWe in Berlin oder das Goldene Quartier in Wien, Bauruinen wie der Elbtower in Hamburg oder die Alte Akademie in München, geschlossene Filialen der Warenhauskette Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof. Keiner stieg so schnell auf wie der österreichische Unternehmer, und selbst sein Untergang wurde zum Superlativ: Die Pleite seiner Signa-Unternehmensgruppe ist die größte, die Österreich je erlebte. Margret Hucko und Martin Noé kennen René Benko von vielen Treffen.
By: Margret Hucko, and others
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Las celdas rosas
- By: Sylvia Arvizu, Mauricio Bares, Lilia Barajas
- Narrated by: Sylvia Arvizu
- Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins
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Hay dos formas fáciles de afrontar la vida de las mujeres en prisión en nuestro país y los motivos que las llevaron allí: una es pasarla por alto y la otra es convertirla en un valle de lágrimas. El mérito de Sylvia Arvizu ha sido encontrar una tercera opción. La más ética y estética posible. La de reintegrarle su carácter humano.
By: Sylvia Arvizu, and others