Evil Has a Name

The Untold Story of the Golden State Killer Investigation

De: Paul Holes, Jim Clemente, Peter McDonnell

Narrado por: Paul Holes, Jim Clemente

The Golden State Killer. The East Area Rapist. The Original Night Stalker. The Visalia Ransacker.

The monster who preyed on Californians from 1976 to 1986 was known by many aliases. And while numerous police sketches tried to capture his often-masked visage, the Golden State Killer spent more than 40 years not only faceless, but nameless.

For his victims, for their families and for the investigators tasked with finding him, the senselessness and brutality of the Golden State Killer's acts were matched only by the powerlessness they felt at failing to uncover his identity. To be sure, the chances of obtaining closure—or any form of justice—after so many years were slim to none, at best.

Then, on April 24, 2018, authorities arrested 72-year-old Joseph James DeAngelo at his home in Citrus Heights, Calif., based on DNA evidence linked to the crimes. After a decades-long hunt, a suspect was behind bars. Could it be that evil finally had a name?

Delivering all-new details about the investigation and a stunning final act to the events of Michelle McNamara's haunting bestseller, I'll Be Gone in the Dark, this is the true story of how the suspected Golden State Killer was captured, as told, first-hand, by those closest to the case:

Paul Holes—the forensic criminologist and retired Costa County detective who spent 20 years trying to crack the Golden State Killer case, and finally did.

Jim Clemente (Host)—a retired FBI profiler and former New York City prosecutor who has investigated some of the highest profile criminal cases in U.S. history, including the Unabomber.

Please note: This work contains descriptions of violent crime and sexual assault and may not be suitable for all listeners.

©2018 Audible Originals, LLC (P)2018 Audible Originals, LLC.

Well done!

Great audio documentary. Well produced. Fascinating investigation. I also really appreciate the attention paid to victims and families. My only complaint is I wish it was longer!

Great great great collaboration!

This audio book is basically a 6 hour podcast with all the key players from the Earons. It fills in all the holes and answers everything you would want to know.

Loved it

Excellent story
Well written
Loved the actual investigators telling the story
If this topic interests you read it

Triumphant

I first met Paul Holes through Murder
Squad Podcast which also introduced me to the story of Michelle McNamara and her determined search for the GSK. "I'll Be Gone In The Dark" was wonderfully told and beautifully finished by her friends. This was a perfect way to top that off.

Love this!

I typically shy away from Audible originals becasue the narration and story are usually lacking, but this was worth the time! It felt as though this was an interview more than a book, hearing all the different voices of victims and investigators added so much to the story and really connected the listener. Although the crimes this man committed were horrific, this book does a great job of sharing the victims' perspectives and the acknowledges the grit of the investigation team.

Wow wow wow

This is a must read! Paul
Holes (one of the detectives on the case was the main narrator. He is fabulous. I finished this book in less than 24 hours. Just gripping.

Powerful.

I think this humanizes the
Victims of the GSK/EAR/ONS. I think one thing that is often lost in the true crime genre is the actual human impact and cost of such violence. This story was told well and did a good job bringing the actual survivors stories to the fore front. Definitely recommended.

Very Interesting

I am not super into true crime stuff, but this investigation was fascinating. I finished in 2 days.

Excellent

A fascinating story extremely well told. It’s not just for true crime fans. Excellent book.

Excellent!!

The interviews with the investigators and victims are incredible to listen to! Very well done!