Thrill Killers: A True Story of Innocence & Murder Without Conscience

by Raymond Pingitore and Paul Lonardo

Book Overview

The true story of the night innocence and evil crossed paths. On a summer night in 2000, Amy Shute and Jason Burgeson were set upon by five predatory youths outside a Providence, Rhode Island, club. It began as a twisted joyride for the young kidnappers. It ended in cold-blooded murder - and a town's relentless fight for justice.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 042522449X
• ISBN13: 9780425224496
• Release Date: August 1998
• Publisher: Berkley Books
• Length: 305 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 4.1" x 6.5"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Chilling True Story

The book details the events up to and after the murder of two innocent people. I was at times sad, angry and scared while I read the book. Being local made it all the more chilling. I recommend the book to anyone that wants to read a good true crime drama.

Thrill Killers

Thrill Killers was a fascinating, behind the scenes look at a senseless crime which originated in Providence, RI. The true story was told by the detective on the case and offers a look at the under-belly of Providence, RI. The story not only provided an inside look at this heinous crime committed by five losers, but I truly felt sorry for the victims and the pain suffered by their families.

A well documented and sensitive account of brutal murders

The authors of this book most certainly did their research on this horrific event. Anyone who lives in RI or Massachusetts will remember this crime as it touched all of us. The author(s) did a wonderful job capturing the emotional impact these senseless murders had not only to their families/friends but to the detective on the scene. I felt a connection to not only Amy & Jason, but to the detective as well and although I knew the ending, I did not visualize the many details found in this book until I read the book. No other publication brought this story to true form the way Thrill Killers did. I recommend this book to anyone who reads true crime stories to not only understand a piece of the sick puzzle, but, to also feel a connection to the innocent people forever affected by evil senselessness.

Very Well Done!

One of the best true crime books I've read in years. Thrill Killers tells the story of a small town police department and a tragic high profile double murder. The lead detective puts the reader in his head and into the criminal investigation and trials of five murderers. The senseless act is made all the more real as the book delves beyond the dramatic headlines and introduces the reader to the two victims and their families. As you read the book, the connection you feel toward them will provoke strong emotions. Even if you wanted to put this one down, you won't be able to.

Great book

Its a paper turner, one of the best books I have ever read. I remember reading about the murders and seeing them on the news. I was able to get inside the mind of the killers. All the questions i had about this horrible incident were answered. I have lent out my copy of thye book to friedsn and family, none of which were disappointed. I highly recommend purchasing a copy