Jack Olsen has always been one my favorite authors, so I wasn't about to pass on this one. In his classic, straightforward style, Olsen weaves a chilling tale of the everyday psychopath who doesn't really fit in the mainstream, but who, at the same time, fits in with enablement to a point. The years roll by with grandiose plans, but Fred (Kevin) Coe has many secrets that take incredible police work and many suffering victims to bring to light. This book is invaluable for anyone trying to understand the mindset of the psychopath, and how manipulative he can be to continue to control others while fulfilling his own devastating lusts.

This is how the true crime genre is done. An absolutely riveting story of a serial rapist and psychopath. Olsen puts the pieces together in a book that reads like a novel. Best of all is the depth of discussion of the rapist' s relationships with his family.

I am a fan of some true crime books but not all. This has been one of my favorites and is similar in style to Anne Rule's books. I have read every Anne Rule book mainly because she provided so much information with details, history etc. You got to know all of her characters intimately. This book reminded me of her style and I was captivated from the first page. I've always been intrigued with what leads a criminal to the crime and the aftermath for all those involved from investigators, victims to the actual perpetrator. Meticulously researched. Well done!!!