A review by rgoth
Faces of Evil: Unmasking the World’s Most Horrific Serial Killers by Dominic Utton

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4.0

I really enjoyed this audiobook, especially as a true crime fan. The book offers a well-written and engaging look into different serial killers, delving into their backgrounds, crimes, and eventual capture. While the title may be slightly misleading (as there's no actual "unmasking" happening), each chapter provides an exploration of a different serial killer.

I appreciated the fast-paced nature of the book, making it an easy and compelling read. However, if you're looking for a deep dive into each murder and the subsequent trials, this may not be the book for you. Despite that, I found the content to be engaging and thought-provoking, although I understand it may not be suitable for everyone due to its heavy subject matter.

Although I was familiar with most of the individuals mentioned in the book, there were a few who were less known to me, which added to the book's appeal. However, one recurring issue I noticed was the author's repetitive use of a specific phrase, which became somewhat predictable and distracting.

If .... Then..... 

If the author realised he was repeating this phase then he continued to do it just to spite me!

On a positive note, the narrator did an excellent job and added to my overall enjoyment of the book. Overall, I would certainly recommend this audiobook to fellow true crime enthusiasts.



Thank you to the author, publishers and Netgalley for the ALC of this audiobook. This review is completely my own.

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