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My 2nd book in satisfying the TB curiosity. After I knew Anne's pov in 'the stranger beside me', I moved to Liz's and Molly's. To say it was eerie would be an understatement. Anne really undermined Liz as a character. There were few really creepy facts and instances. And to top it all was Molly's POV at the end. It gave me chills, the whole creepiness of the person TB was and the life he led. A great insight and a good read.
4/5🌟

Like many true crime readers, I‘ve consumed a lot of material about Ted Bundy over the years, but listening to this from the woman who was his partner and really thinking about what went through Liz‘s head at so many different points was really thought provoking and uncomfortable. Her writing is very clear and emotional, and it‘s a valuable voice to hear. It really makes me think hard about what it means to consume writing about stuff like this.

I read this in January 2021 and still remember the chills I got during the read as well as after keeping it down. Ted Bundy, as we all know, is one of the most talked about names in the world of serial killers but this book has so much more to offer than what you think you know about him. You will start feeling different about him without you even realising it and that in my opinion is the beauty of this book.

This was so interesting. I've read alot about Ted but seeing it from the eyes of the person who loved him is a whole different experience. You always wonder "How did you not know?" "How could you be so blind?" Well, here's your answer

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A few hours setting time later and I have 2 refreshed candles and a new jar full of wax melts!

It smells like a fancy brothel in here so I might as well switch out all my wax while I get everything cleaned up. Then it's off to relax and hopefully finish my book for the rest of the night.

Happy Sunday!

The other half thinks I'm weird but does anyone else do this? I broke a new candle jar today and that annoys me so I'm spending the afternoon boiling down my old candles to make wax melts and move the new candle into a new jar so it can still be used. Weird as hell or makes perfect sense if you have an hour or so to kill and an audiobook to listen to? 🤣🤣

#audiocandlesaving ?

Anyone else get the overwhelming urge to bake on snow days? Our wonderful neighbour punched a truck sized hole with his blower so hubs can get out to go check on his parents and shovel them out and I've decided to spend the day baking treats. I'll probably pass them off to neighbours and family because I do NOT need all this baking in the house right now but all I want to do today is #audiobake 🎂🍰🧁

What am I reading this weekend you ask? Lots of things!

I'm thinking about DNFing The Assassins's Blade. I'll decide tonight. Nothing wrong with it, I just don't care 🤣

My main focus this weekend is tagged. It's just SO good!

What are YOU reading this weeknd?

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This book was amazing. I‘ve always been interested in TC, Bundy in particular, and Liz does an incredible job of putting you in her position. You don‘t want to think Ted did these things, you have to remind yourself he did. Molly‘s epilogue is fascinating. She tells funny stories of who Ted was as a father figure and then rips you to reality like she was. Completely recommend.

You see yourself withdrawing from people, afraid to establish friendships, loveships (?). I have known people who without saying a word, radiate vulnerability. Their facial expressions say “I am afraid of you.” These people invite abuse. I don‘t know why but they do. Is it their self-concept? By expecting to be hurt fo they subtly encourage it? And if some mental switch could be thrown and tomorrow they expected to be happy..could that happen too?

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Anyone read it or seen the Prime docu series?
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By far my favorite account of Ted Bundy.

Glad to have set and read this one before work. I liked this quick read and would recommend “Member of the Family“ by Dianne Lake as a companion piece.
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Good book. A different perspective on Ted Bundt.

This is sort of a memoir survivor story of beingTed Bundys‘ lover but also being afraid of him. I didn‘t actually enjoy this but it‘s a really fast read, Elizabeth tells of her relationship with Bundy and her fight with alcoholism and how it contributed to her decisions during that time. The new piece from Molly, her daughter puts it more into perspective the challenges they faced to make it make sense.

I admit a morbid curiosity with this story. I have watched the movie and documentaries and added this to my list. It was a quick read. The recent updates from Liz and Molly really add to the original story.

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Ted Bundy ranks right of the list of people with dark intentions.

An interesting book but one I'm not sure I should've read. The focus is on Liz's experiences as the longtime girlfriend of Ted Bundy. In many ways, I think this was her way of processing how the man she loved could also be the horrific serial killer. The afterward & section from her daughter reveal a more nuance & understanding of the manipulation they experienced. Definitely has given me some nightmares but not exactly a typical true crime book.

Reading and popcorn, featuring a little paw desperately trying to reach that popcorn 😂

What an interesting story from someone who knew and loved Ted.
It was nice to read Mollys story and what she remembers.

#wrapup ! 13 books total • 4 NetGalley • 1 BOTM • Cheers to March! ☘️

“Writing this book has been like having a tumor removed from my brain.”

This is a shocking, creepy read! Not long and drawn out, but right to the facts and crazy feelings of their relationship. The ending from Molly Kendall is fascinating.

Just left the chiropractor 👨‍⚕️ - time to soak! 🛀 📖 🕯

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Thank you all for the birthday wishes, courtesy of @LitsyBirthdays 🖤

My partner gifted me these awesome true crime books, and awesome socks! ☠️🖤

It‘s been a minute (*cough* months *cough*) since I‘ve been in here. I have been spending most of my time on instagram, so for more books photos and a healthy does of cat photos, follow me there. IG: JPetersonReads

Bedtime reading.

I‘ve just started the tagged book as a ‘buddy read‘ with my best friend (we bonded over true crime books in our first year at college 😆).

I get on these true crime kicks and this one looks really good.

After watching a 20/20 special on Ted Bundy months ago, I looked for this book by his former girlfriend. Our state library had 1 copy & I waited for 8 months. Worth the wait? Yes, although the writing isn‘t great, Kendall gives an intimate look at the boyfriend who seemed perfect but whose inconsistencies led her to report him to police multiple times only to be ignored or told he was already cleared. Ann Rule‘s book is the standard for Bundy...

This is from The Phantom Prince, written by Elizabeth Kendall, who was in a long term relationship with Ted Bundy during his murder spree. I can't stop reading! This sentence literally gave me chills.