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Loading... The Murder Room: The Heirs of Sherlock Holmes Gather to Solve the… (edition 2011)by Michael Capuzzo
Work detailsThe Murder Room: The Heirs of Sherlock Holmes Gather to Solve the World's Most Perplexing Cold Cases by Michael Capuzzo
None. I actually liked this book. I have always been very interested in the Vidocq Society and found the history of how the organization was formed very interesting. I was familiar with most of the cases presented in the book, through other reading I had done in the past, the the macabre details were not shocking to me but might be to some. I read the book, not to focus on the cases, but on the people in the organization. I found it an interesting point of view by the author and I thought that the life stories of the three original members (Walter, Fleisher, and Bender) were fascinating. They have always been portrayed very differently in the media and it was great that they offered to participate in having the stories of their life made public. There are many books that contradict the work of the Vidocq Society, but I am glad that this book was written and portrays them as an organization that does help families and law enforcement organization, and that their work should not go unrecognized. (  ) crazyjster | May 12, 2013 |  was listening to the author on Fresh Air. Sounds fascinating. pam.enser | Apr 1, 2013 | I guess I should have paid more attention to reviews or the description or something because this was nothing like I expected. The book is retelling after retelling of the most atrocious, bloody, gruesome, true crime stories in U.S. history. Some of the mysteries were never solved, so they're just plopped down in this book for reasons of sensationalism (as far as I could tell). The "stories" of the founders of the Vidocq Society are interwoven with the true crime tales, but in a way that turns this from a strict nonfiction book to an odd amalgamation of biography, mystery, true crime, horror, history, and (oddly) geography. Finally, I don't have any idea why "Sherlock Holmes" is part of the title (other than to erroneously sell this to people who are Doyle fans). (  ) Krumbs | Mar 31, 2013 | I am giving this book a 4 star rating even though I only managed to get a few chapters in... it is not for the faint-of-heart and, while interesting, simply creeped me out. For those with stronger stomachs than mine, or less vivid imaginations, this would be a great read. ( ) kwkslvr | Nov 9, 2012 | I was fortunate to have the opportunity to attend a conference a couple of months ago that featured Richard Walter, one of the top forensic psychologists and profilers in the world, which is what prompted me to read this book about the Vidocq Society, which he is a founding member of. I agree that the book is not particularly well-written, but it does give a sense of the important work being done by this group, which has a success rating of 90% in solving cold cases. My recommendation is that if you have the opportunity to see Richard Walter in person, do it. He is a brilliant man and an outstanding speaker. (  )1  juli1357 | Aug 21, 2012 |
 This is compelling reading, but Capuzzo’s narrative style often has the reader guessing at details, methods, and outcomes.  Despite journalist Capuzzo's obvious reverence for the crime fighters he profiles, his account of the formation of the legendary Vidocq Society is as scattered as many of the cold case files they wade through.  Terrifying, engrossing, inspirational and surprisingly funny.
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