Well worth it

As an insatiable devotee to "Forensic Files," "City Confidential," and "American Justice," I could not wait to download and listen to Rule's "Breath." Though I was somewhat familiar with the subject matter, I found Rule's telling, complete with details not covered within any of the aforementioned television programs, entertaining, educational, and interesting. Her grasp of the criminal mind, and her ability to present it for the layman, are what drive the content of "Breath," and render it difficult to abandon once started. I strongly recommend both of the Rule books available at this site, and would encourage Audible to aquire those works outstanding.

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As always, Ann Rule provides a great story

What made the experience of listening to Every Breath You Take the most enjoyable?

The full-length details of this story is my kind of book. I like the complete info that is given, Although the details were numerous, the writing makes it easy to follow. I like how she will 'remind' readers/listeners who each player is as the story goes. If a person is not spoke about for a while in the book, she will remind us who that person is, how they are related to the main character, etc.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Indeed. This was one Ann Rule story I was not familiar with.

Which character – as performed by Blair Brown – was your favorite?

Each character had its' own persona that was interesting and intriguing.The way they all weaved together was so odd.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

About a week after finishing this book, I ran across a true crime show on the ID channel - it happened to be this story!! It has interviews with one of the daughters and I wished I would've tuned in earlier - I literally only caught the last 5 minutes of.

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Ann Rules

A true crime veteran, Ann Rule has done it again. If you have never read after Ann Rule, you are in for an informative, interesting, fact filled, authentic ride no matter the book you choose. If you have never read true crime, her books are about as good as the genre gets. I put four stars on this volume only because she might have covered the subject just as well in about 80% of the space. That is certainly a matter of taste and is not said to minimize her good work at all.

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Incredible story written by an awesome writer!

Ann Rule has an incredible writing style that engages you from the start. Not many authors can do that, but her insight into each case plus her background in law enforcement give her a completely different view from any other writer.

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Always a winner with Ann Rule

This book was excellent as are this author's other books. Ann Rule weaves the tale in such a way that you can't stop reading or listening. There is a good mix of police investigation facts, court room drama, and best of all the delving into the personalities of the real life characters.

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Good book

Worth "reading". Well researched and presented. Did not like the "history" type style of the book.
But fans of the crime genre will like it.

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the story master does it again!

Ann Rule knows how to tell a story. She amasses the facts and carefully organizes the details into a compelling, coherent tale that must be heard to the end. Even minor characters are memorable. Ann Rule's books are studies in human development and nature, what can go wrong in some people who still appear so attractive on the surface, and the extraordinary heroism of others, who also may appear ordinary. Her beat is the whole human circus. She is never sensationalizing or insensitive to human suffering, even when it ultimately produces monsters. The fascination is how hugely human beings can misread each other and how complex we are. Four stars only because it was an "open & shut case" compared to Green River, and no real surprises.

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neller131

This book was wonderful; I had read it before by Dick Estell (The Radio Reader) but thoroughly enjoyed Blair Brown's narration of it. I especially thought having Ann Rule's intro and eppilog was a neat touch, because it helped me get to know her better. Even though it could be said that this book had an obvious end, it gave voice to everyone involved (especially Sheila) and, I think, some sort of closure for her family. This book was also unique in that the victim chose Ann before the book ever came out, as Ann explains in the beginning. I believe new insights are gained in reading this book.

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Ms. Rule - typical...excellence, that is

I have read all Ms. Rule's books, and listened to this one, and have never been disappointed. She combines meticulous research, interviews and case files and weaves a story that pulls you into the world of the participants and doesn't let you go. I always come away feeling that I have walked in each character's shoes and understand the five "W"s - who, what, where, when and - most importantly - why.
This audio book has the additional pleasure of Blair Brown as narrator which is a particular treat as she helps us empathize with the victims. This isn't the best Ann Rule book - read the "Killer Beside Me" about Ted Bundy - but it's a close second. A definite must for any true crime buff. Highly recommended!

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Abridged version of story

I wish I had realized that this was the abridged version before purchasing. As I listened, I kept thinking that it was rushed and lacking in detail compared to other books I have read by this author. Now I know why. Perhaps the full book is better...