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Inside the Mind of the Golden State Killer

Joseph James DeAngelo
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This book dives into the shocking use of genealogy databases that led to DeAngelo’s 2018 arrest, forever changing criminal investigations and bringing an end to a reign of terror. The Golden State Killer case captivated the public and became a true crime phenomenon, spurring documentaries, podcasts... Read More
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Inside the Mind of the Golden State Killer

An exploration of the twisted crimes of Joseph James DeAngelo, the Golden State Killer, and the groundbreaking use of familial DNA to crack one of the most chilling cases in modern history.

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This book dives into the shocking use of genealogy databases that led to DeAngelo’s 2018 arrest, forever changing criminal investigations and bringing an end to a reign of terror.

The Golden State Killer case captivated the public and became a true crime phenomenon, spurring documentaries, podcasts like My Favourite Murder, and even TV shows such as Unbelievable and Mindhunter. Now, this book uncovers the behind-the-scenes work that led to the identification of DeAngelo.

With thrilling insights into the science of familial DNA, this book is a must-read for fans of Making a Murderer and The Jinx. True crime buffs won’t want to miss this deep dive into one of the most astonishing criminal cases of the 21st century, combining cutting-edge forensic science with a truly evil villain.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781802473384

Publisher: Gemini Books Group Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 October 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gemini Gift

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Brad Hunter is the National Crime Columnist for The Toronto Sun. Previously he worked for the New York Post and his work has been published in newspapers and magazines around the planet. He lives in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and likes pubs, hockey, baseball and spending time with his family.

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