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A review by michelles_book_nook
KILLING WOMEN: The True Story of Serial Killer Don Miller's Reign of Terror by Rod Sadler
challenging
dark
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
⚠️ TW: rape, sexual assault, physical assault, violence, murder, multilation, graphic content ⚠️ I first came across this case a few weeks ago when discussing the controversial plea deal that was given to Don Miller, and having never heard about it before I just knew I had to read this book! This book follows the life and crimes of Donald Gene Miller, a serial killer from Lansing, Michigan, who was known for being a quiet, reserved man who was a former youth pastor and a recent graduate of Michigan State University in Criminal Justice at the time of his arrest. He was arrested in 1978 for the attempted murders of two teenagers and during the investigation it was quickly discovered that he was likely responsible for the disappearances of 4 other women. Yet despite this he was offered a controversial plea deal that is still being questioned. And now after 40 years in prison he has served his time and is due to be released in 2031. This book is such an interesting read that examines the crimes, the 'justice' and Miller's impending freedom. We all know I'm a big true crime lover and this case has genuinely shocked me and left me with so many questions that I will be endlessly researching. This is such an unknown case, to my knowledge, and I think that's what makes it scarier because I've since read book reviews from people that lived in the area at the time or went to MSU in the same year but never knew of this case. It seems it was all kept very quiet until the full extent of the plea deal came out within the last decade. Overall, I highly recommend this read if you are into true crime and anyone that is aware of this case please message me 🙈
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Violence, and Murder