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I first encountered Maura Murray‘s disappearance on an episode of the aptly titled Investigation Discovery show, DISAPPEARED. Earlier this year, I stumbled across a newer documentary on Peacock that mentioned this book that I‘d picked on sale. I hadn‘t known about the family‘s reaction & after listening, I can see why. The more autobiographical information adds a lot but I don‘t know if this positively contributes to any efforts to find Maura.

Beach reading ☀️I couldn‘t put this one down! I didn‘t care for the author from the beginning, but he grew on me. The case is fascinating. The chapters are short. I liked all the small connections explored by Renner. Must read for true crime fans. 5⭐️

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Interesting, but best to be read instead of listening, is my opinion.

Wow!!! I was hoping we would have found an answer to the disappearance of Maura Murray but instead so many MORE questions. I just devoured this book. Journalist James Renner does a great job of laying out all the theories, players, facts and red herrings. Although his narration was a bit robotic, I came to appreciate his reading and quirkiness. Plus his own personal family history ....whoa 😱
And with this book I‘ve completed #ReadingUSA2020 👇🏼

When I can‘t put a book down, when I‘m sad that I finish the book, and when I keep thinking about the book long after I finish - that‘s a 5⭐️ book for me. Renner wrote a disturbing memoir that intertwined with the strange disappearance of Maura Murray. He is definitely a true crime addict and it effects his life. The personal side was hard to read but the mystery and his theories on where Maura might be, made the book fascinating.

I finished True Crime Addict late on New Year‘s Eve. The author, James Renner, narrated the audiobook. Mr. Renner is intrigued by the disappearance of a nursing student. The author described how the investigation impacted his personal life. This was not the bang I had planned for New Year‘s. I hate when I put too much trust in the reviews. I think it may have been better as a hard copy without narration.

Does anybody else besides me who is reading along and all of a sudden your hometown pops up out of nowhere get all excited and freaked out lol. Did not realize there was a Saratoga springs NY connection in this !

Getting my true crime fix ! I really enjoyed the Maura Murray podcast and James Renner never disappoints so this should be excellent ... my expectations are high for this one

My stopwatch was reset late Saturday night when I was using the timer for cooking. In all, I was able to read for 25ish hours and finish 4 books, 3 audiobooks, and make significant progress on 2 others (book and audiobook). My thanks to @Andrew65 and @TheReadingMermaid for hosting #24b42019. It was my first time participating in a readathon and I‘m sure it won‘t be my last. Happy New Year!

I've identified the cause of my reading slump. His name is Jelly Bean. Between work and chasing him around I don't have time to read and when I do have time I immediately fall asleep.

#KindleDailyDeal I‘m kind of obsessed with #TrueCrime all of a sudden ~ picked this one up today

I would consider myself a true crime addict, but maybe at a distance...more in the form of reading books about cases and watching episodes of Dateline. 😅 James Renner is truly a true crime addict. He became obsessed with the missing person case of Maura Murray. I can see why. It's a strange and beguiling story. I loved the way he weaved in bits of his personal life along with his investigation of the case. Recommended 🌟 #audiobook

The thing that made this one so compulsively readable was that the author weaves his own personal struggles and dark family history into the story. He talks about the Murray case, but also delves into his dark desire to search for danger. It was hard to read at times, but I couldn‘t put it down.

In lieu of the #itstrulycriminalswap coming up! Here‘s a cool article I just found while browsing 🤟🏻

The 16 Best True Crime Books of All Time

Http://apple.news/AS6eUMFGuRwKlxpuqTAE2Xg

@LeslieO and @JenlovesJT47 my #trulycriminalswapbox arrived in record time! I should have my final items in on Saturday and be able to get mine out in the mail on Monday. So excited for opening day!

#Itstrulycriminalswap mail arrived today! Opening day is on the way! Thanks @DiruVamp !

Finally made it to my favorite bookstore to pick up a few more books for the #itstrulycriminalswap 🕵️‍♀️

@Mowen036 I‘m hoping to get your package in the mail next week! 🤞🏼

#IWonder what happened to Maura Murray. If you‘re into a good unsolved mystery, I highly recommend checking this book out. #ABBAinAugust

I forgot to post my review! Finished this one a little while ago. I loved it. Renner can tell a story. It wasn‘t even really about the case for me by the time I got to the end because I was so wrapped up in the storytelling surrounding it. Of course there‘s no resolution because it‘s an ongoing case, but it felt final enough. I enjoyed it.

I have less than 100 pages left in this book and I already know I‘m going to be reading more by Renner. His writing style is very Gonzo journalist, very personal, very open. I‘m pretty sure he thinks pretty highly of himself but it‘s in a very self-depreciating way if that makes sense. He‘s humble and he‘s confident. And it makes for a helluva storytelling voice.

My husband gets me. 💕

I wasn't crazy about the author's narration on audio (kind of nasally and a bit lethargic in my opinion), but the case is interesting enough for that not to have been a huge problem. I have no clue what happened to this girl but it's fun to speculate! For my next true crime I might need to go with a case that's actually been solved so I can sleep better at night 😂 #audiobook #truecrime

I'm gonna get addicted to the feeling of having a hold come in, I can tell 😂 #audiobook

This is the third true crime memoir I have read recently and it was soooo much better than my last. Renner had a great way of relating to the disappearance of Maura Morris without overshadowing the story. I found him relatable in a refreshing way. I definitely plan to read more from him. For anyone familiar with this case, comment and let me know what you think happened to Maura! I definitely agree with Renner‘s theory. @emilyhaldi photo bomb. 😂

It‘s been a great reading weekend!!!

Just finished coloring this while listening to my new fave podcast Fake Geek Girls. Please excuse the color combo. I never claimed to have good taste. 🤷🏻‍♀️ #audiocoloring #ssdgm #myfavoritemurder

A gift from my dad, along with a giant case of various gel pens. Can‘t wait to start #audiocoloring
#mfm #murderino ☠️🔪

Someone help me learn to resist #audible sales. #bookhaul #audiobooks #blackfriday

Take 2 for #fivestarpredictions - now with nonfiction. A total hodgepodge list, but a few things straight from my wheelhouse, especially the tagged book. I might get to one or two of these by the end of year, but chances are they'll linger on mount TBR for awhile!

Thank you to both @Avanders and @TheLudicReader for tagging me for this challenge. Sorry it took me so long to finally post!

Murderinos! I've found a new podcast! Similar to My Favorite Murder but with dudes and they're all small towns. Check it out...Small Town Murder

"Some families are magnets for tragedy, it's been my experience that those who have suffered the most are usually the first ones to suffer again."

#quote #audiobook #audiobookread #jamesrenner #truecrimeaddict #truecrime #memoir #overdrive #library #libraryread #overdriveread

My #CouldntPutItDown collection from the past few months. #day26 #somethingforsept #septphotochallenge

I had some prior knowledge of the case going in, which was very helpful. This isn't just about the Maura Murray disappearance, but rather half about the case and half about the author's life while researching the case for this book. Those looking for a traditional true crime account of Maura Murray's disappearance may be disappointed, but those interested in how an interest can affect one's life and sometimes take it over may enjoy this.

Indulging my own interest in true crime today.

There's a cigarette burn mark in my library book!!! Not mine. Grade school me is freaking out right now. Animals and savages I tell you!

Needed a break from trying to work while feeling awful so naturally I reached for a true crime audiobook. I'm totally normal, you guys.

I certainly identify with the title of this book I'm just starting...

I absolutely loved this book, and being unfamiliar with the case of Maura Murray made this a very interesting story. James Renner was able to completely suck me into the mystery of Maura's disappearance and I can't wait to read more of his work!

"I have the results from your MMPI test," she said, moving on
...
"How'd I do?" I asked.
"Your results were very similar to those of Ted Bundy, the serial killer."
That's one of those statements you just can't unhear.

HALFWAY DONE WITH THIS BAD BOY
#truecrimeaddict #jamesrenner

My next read!

I fucking loved this book. Read it in one sitting. I think it helped that I wasn't familiar with the case so all the information about it was new to me.

The book describes the disappearance of Maura Murray. The writer James Renner uses social media and his army of armchair sleuths to help him. The book narrates his life and how his personality is similar to one of a psychopath and how smart he is.

You can read Jennifer's thoughts on this book at http://wp.me/p4kTLQ-fj

See my full review here .... http://wp.me/p4kTLQ-fj