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books based on true stories
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items if you love books based on true events, than this is for you!
I really liked this one! if you like mysteries as well as trials then this is the book for you.
Midnight In The Garden Of Good And Evil
this book has been voted for the most inspirational book of all time. I really think that everyone should read it at least once in life
To Kill a Mockingbird (Pulitzer Prize Winner)|Paperback
Although is not entirely based on true story, it was inspired by the author's time spent with a girlfriend who was battling cancer. This is a deeply emotional, yet beautiful and romantic book. If you're ready to both cry and laugh at the same time, I...
The Fault in Our Stars|Hardcover
Something you didn't know: Many of the crimes in this book are inspired by real events. The story follows a seasoned investigator, Mila Vasquez, who specializes in missing persons cases. Carrisi's intricate plot, combined with dark, atmospheric writi...
The Whisperer|Paperback
If you're a fan of the TRUE CRIME genre, this book is a must-read! Written by former FBI profiling specialist John Douglas, it offers a deep dive into his experiences working with some of the most notorious and cruel killers in history. Based on real...
Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit|Paperback
Inspired by one of the most popular and heartbreaking TRUE SCANDALS in America, this story is sure to leave you in deep thoughts. The book ranked THIRD ON THE LIST OF MOST ENDURING BESTSELLERS OF 2017. It is a tragic, touching, yet thrilling tale of ...
Before We Were Yours: A Novel|Paperback
Written by a journalist who has been covering the case for decades, this book is a must-read for any TRUE CRIME fan. It tells the gripping story of the hunt for the infamous serial killer known as the Zodiac, who terrorized San Francisco with a serie...
Zodiac: The Shocking True Story of the Hunt for the Nation's Most Elusive Serial Killer|Paperback
This book is based on real events that occurred in 2001. It follows the story of journalist Michael Finkel, who unexpectedly finds himself at the center of a chilling case when a man arrested for murdering his entire family claims to be Michael Finke...
True Story tie-in edition: Murder, Memoir, Mea Culpa
This is the story of a girl who became a drug addict at the age of 14. The author herself tells us about her unconventional, yet, at that time, a typical childhood. The book offers a raw and realistic portrayal of young people facing similar circumst...
Zoo Station: The Story of Christiane F.
First, I saw the movie, and it inspired me to read the book. What’s interesting about this book is that it’s not entirely based on true events, but rather inspired by real events and traditions, with the main character being fictional. However, this ...
Memoirs of a Geisha|Paperback
A book that will undoubtedly change your life and reshape the way you think. Although the story is not entirely true, the book—and certain parts of it—are based on real experiences that Paulo Coelho went through during the times he was hospitalized i...
Veronika Decides to Die|Paperback
A heart wrenching love story based on true events, told by none other than its main protagonist, Lale. Heather Morris worked closely with him toward the end of his life, interviewing him and transforming his incredible story into a masterpiece. Set d...
The Tattooist of Auschwitz|Paperback