In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
This true crime novel tells the story of the brutal 1959 murder of a wealthy farmer, his wife and two of their children in Holcomb, Kansas. The narrative follows the investigation led by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation that ultimately leads to the capture, trial, and execution of the killers. The book explores the circumstances surrounding this horrific crime and the effects it had on the community and the people involved.
The 73rd greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 2492
Since this book was first published in 1966, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 2492.0.
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