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Desert Graves: The McStay Family Murders is a gripping true-crime narrative that delves into the haunting disappearance and brutal slaying of the McStay family—Joseph, Summer, and their two young sons, Gianni and Joey Jr.—from their Fallbrook, California, home in February 2010. What initially appeared to be a voluntary exit to Mexico soon unraveled into a chilling tale of murder when their skeletal remains were discovered in the Mojave Desert nearly four years later. The case captivated the nation, with its twists and turns, leading to the conviction of Charles “Chase” Merritt, a ...

On Halloween 2005, 25-year-old photographer Teresa Halbach vanished after a routine assignment at a Wisconsin salvage yard. Days later, her charred remains were discovered, and Steven Avery—a man recently exonerated after 18 years of wrongful imprisonment—was arrested for her murder. The ensuing trial captivated the nation, raising profound questions about justice, truth, and the integrity of the legal system. Making a Murder: The True Story of Teresa Halbach delves deep into the heart of this controversial case. Drawing from court records, investigative reports, and firsthand accounts,...

Missing in Plain Sight: What Happened to Kyron Horman? is a compelling true-crime account that delves into the mysterious disappearance of 7-year-old Kyron Horman from Skyline Elementary School in Portland, Oregon, on June 4, 2010. The book meticulously reconstructs the events of that fateful day, highlighting the last known sighting of Kyron at a school science fair, and the subsequent realization that he was missing when he failed to board the school bus. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Kyron's whereabouts remain unknown, making this case one of the most perplexing missing-...

He emerged as the “Son of Sam”—a seemingly unassuming loner whose chilling letters and horrifying crimes turned New York City into a city of fear. The Son of Sam exposes the disturbing dual identities of David Berkowitz: one of quiet, suburban ordinariness, and another of calculated menace. Between 1976 and 1977, Berkowitz embarked on a .44-caliber killing spree, taking six lives and injuring seven more, terrorizing boroughs across the city amid media frenzy and rampant speculation. Using a variety of sources, The Son of Sam chronicles the unraveling of Berkowitz's twisted saga. From ...

Landscaper, Predator, Killer plunges readers into the shocking—and chillingly deceptive—double life of Bruce McArthur, a seemingly unremarkable Toronto landscaper by day and a calculating serial killer by night. Hiding in plain sight, McArthur earned a reputation as a friendly, helpful gardener and seasonal “Santa,” all while preying on men from Toronto’s LGBTQ+ Village. Behind the suburban façade lay a predator who strategically targeted vulnerable individuals—immigrants, refugees, sex workers, closeted men—erasing them until their bodies were gruesomely concealed in ...

Los Angeles, 1977–78: a city mesmerized by beauty, promise — and a growing dread. The Hillside Stranglers: The Life and Crimes of Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono plunges you into a nightmare that stalked quiet neighborhoods and flashy boulevards alike. Young women were abducted under the pretense of law enforcement; some were forced into Buono’s upholstery shop, others taken under false authority. The terror was neither distant nor abstract — it lived in the shadows of your street, in the stranger flashing a badge. As bodies piled up, the city held its breath, waiting for salvation...

Rodney Alcala—dubbed “The Dating Game Killer”—beguiled the public with seemingly innocent charm and intellect. A handsome photographer with a purported background at NYU, he even appeared as a contestant on the popular TV show The Dating Game during the height of his killing spree in 1978. Beneath that façade, however, lurked a sadistic predator who murdered young women across California, presenting himself as both gentleman and monster in the same breath. The Dating Game Killer painstakingly reconstructs Alcala’s reign of terror—from early assaults in 1968 and his evolution ...

Imagine if you had all the funds you need to create a property portfolio that will enable your family’s financial independence. Well, this book will show you how that is possible with a SSAS (Small Self-Administered Scheme) pension, which can be the game-changer you have been looking for.

Having a SSAS is like running a business. You have the control to make your decisions, and you shape your strategy. You make the investments, you decide who you work with. By investing your time in understanding the rules, exploring the opportunity and creating your strategy you can unlocking the impactful benefits that can truly change the course of your compounding wealth. Are you one of the 99% of the population whose pension strategy is to pay into a monthly scheme for 40 years and devoting one to two minutes each year of opening your pension statement annually?

On a quiet afternoon in Arlington, Texas, nine-year-old Amber Hagerman vanished while riding her bicycle—a moment that would forever alter the nation's approach to child abduction. Her disappearance and the subsequent discovery of her body shocked the community and led to the creation of the AMBER Alert system, a legacy born from tragedy. This meticulously researched account delves deep into the events surrounding Amber's abduction and murder. Through interviews, case files, and media reports, the book reconstructs the timeline of that fateful day, the exhaustive search efforts, and the ...

On the morning of January 24, 2006, 24-year-old Jennifer Kesse vanished from her Orlando condominium without a trace. Her car was discovered days later, abandoned just a mile away, with surveillance footage capturing a mysterious figure leaving the scene—face obscured, identity unknown. Nearly two decades have passed, and Jennifer's case remains one of Florida's most perplexing unsolved mysteries. In No Trace, delve deep into the investigation that baffled seasoned detectives, explore the myriad of leads—from construction workers at her complex to potential abductions—and uncover the ...

In the tense aftermath of the September 2001 terror attacks, a new wave of fear struck the nation: letters laced with deadly anthrax spores appeared in mailboxes across the United States. Five people lost their lives, dozens more were gravely injured, and a massive FBI operation—Amerithrax—was launched. Anthrax Killer takes readers into this gripping saga, chronicling the crime’s unfolding, the panic it unleashed, and the painstaking hunt for the person behind the spores. At the heart of the book is Dr. Bruce Ivins, a seemingly unassuming microbiologist from Fort Detrick who would ...

In the quiet, affluent communities of Long Island, a series of chilling murders remained unsolved for over a decade, casting a long shadow over the area. Dubbed the "Gilgo Beach Murders," these crimes involved the discovery of multiple bodies along the desolate shores, all linked by a common thread of tragedy and mystery. Shadows on the Shore delves deep into this haunting case, unraveling the complex web of events that led to the identification of the elusive killer. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, the book explores the lives of the victims, the challenges faced by...

On October 8, 2009, Bobby, Sherilynn, and six-year-old Madyson Jamison vanished during what was supposed to be a simple trip to view a parcel of land in Oklahoma’s remote Sans Bois Mountains. Their truck was later found abandoned with $32,000 in cash, cell phones, wallets, and their beloved dog — yet no sign of the family. Four years later, skeletal remains confirmed their deaths, but no cause or culprit was ever determined. This disappearance stands among the most mystifying in modern American true crime. Into Thin Air plunges into every facet of this labyrinthine case: surveillance ...

This essential manual by business and development expert Mark Stokes is based on his three decades experiencing global corporate life, business, property investing, and commercial-to-residential conversions. Whether you are new to business, property, and investing, or taking your business to the next level, this indispensable manual will guide you through the proven 12 principles for mastering commercial to residential conversions.

In January 2013, a seemingly ordinary day at Valdosta High School turned into a national mystery when 17‑year‑old Kendrick Johnson was discovered dead, mysteriously positioned inside a rolled-up gym mat. What initially appeared as a tragic accident soon spiraled into a conundrum of conflicting evidence, whispered rumors of foul play, and growing distrust in official explanations. Buried Truth dives headfirst into this perplexing case, following every twist—from the heartbreak of a grieving family demanding answers to the chilling undercurrent of possible cover‑ups. Through ...

In the spring of 2018, a quiet Texas city became the focus of a nationwide manhunt. A series of package bombs left on doorsteps and in public areas rocked Austin, killing two people and injuring several others. With each explosion, fear spread—no one knew who would be next, or why the victims were being chosen. As law enforcement raced against time, the bomber escalated his methods, forcing investigators to piece together a trail of clues from shattered circuits and silent doorbell cameras. No Return Address is a gripping true-crime account that pulls readers into the heart of the ...

In the quiet town of Belen, New Mexico, 19-year-old Tara Calico embarked on a routine bike ride on September 20, 1988. She never returned. Her disappearance remains one of the most perplexing mysteries in American true crime history. This meticulously researched account delves into Tara's life, the events leading up to her vanishing, and the haunting aftermath. From the discovery of a chilling Polaroid photograph in Florida, believed to depict Tara and a young boy bound and gagged, to the cryptic clues and conflicting analyses that followed, the case has baffled investigators and captivated...

A haunting supernatural adventure, full of twists and turns! THE CARNIVAL IS IN TOWN The quest continues… Joseph Solitaire has battled goblins and lived to tell the tale… but his story is far from over. With his faithful owl companion no longer at his side, he must use his wits if he is to survive. In the second part of this nightmarish tale, Joseph, Lily and Norman cross paths with a brooding cowboy, who leads them into uncharted territory. Secrets have long been buried, but they will soon be uncovered. Four eyes remain hidden inside the carnival, but if they are to stand any chance of...