Mass Killers

Inside the Minds of Men Who Murder

By: David J. Krajicek

Narrated by: Nick Landrum

Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

Can you predict killing sprees? What do mass killers have in common? Why do so many of them write manifestos online, and what do these tell us? These are some of the questions David J. Krajicek seeks to answer about mass killings, a topic that is becoming increasingly urgent and desperate. In recent decades, mass shootings worldwide have increased in their savagery and frequency.

Nearly all mass killers are males, and many of them are bound together by misogyny, misanthropy, and racism. They do not just "snap". They plan their assaults for months or years, drawing up detailed battle plans and accumulating weaponry. They document the process in journals or videos online, understanding that they are leaving evidence which will help the marquee lights of their futile crimes burn brighter and longer.

Krajicek shows the commonalities between mass shooters and describes the psychopathic process that leads these troubled men to commit atrocities. Mass killers feed off each other's words and deeds, and it's crucial to be able to read the signals they give out to prevent future tragedies.

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ruined by liberal opinion and anti views

had to fight to finish, too opinionated to be of value in this kind of writing

Aim and Misfire

The author set out with a promise to delve deep into the complex psychology of mass shooters—a topic undeniably deserving of nuanced discussion. Yet, the book abruptly shifts gears midway, losing sight of its initial focus and descending into a diatribe of political opinions.
The first half teases the reader with a seemingly earnest examination of mental health, societal triggers, and even the role of media. It is painstakingly researched and presents a multi-faceted view that could serve as a cornerstone for constructive debates. However, just when you think the narrative is about to take you into uncharted depths, it takes an unexpected turn.
Suddenly, the book becomes a soapbox for the author's political agenda, leaving the original subject matter—mass shooter mentality—stranded like an afterthought. The tone changes, the research becomes selective, and the arguments one-sided. It's as if the book suffers from an identity crisis, unsure whether it wants to be an academic investigation or a political manifesto.
In the end, it fails to deliver on its initial promise, leaving the reader not only frustrated but also deprived of what could have been an enlightening exploration of a pressing issue. This book may find an audience among those who share the author's political views, but it does a disservice to those genuinely seeking to understand the complexities of mass shooter psychology.

Author is not informed about firearms.

The author uses the term "Assult Rifle(s)" without knowledge of the definition of the term.