I don't read too much true crime (the last one that I read was 'In Cold Blood' for a college class), but I really enjoyed how many different types of crimes were showcased in this compilation of stories. It's crazy to watch how small-town crime has evolved in a way (as there are many decades included), and it was interesting to read about how things can either quickly escalate or slowly burn. Some of the long-term crimes were actually quite impressive in terms of how they were constructed, and I give the author props for being able to research AND write a complete book in two years.