Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U.S. History
Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U.S. History
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000560
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1990s
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U.S. History by Maureen Orth examines Andrew Cunanan's life and his crime spree, including the killing of Gianni Versace. The book explores the investigation and challenges faced during the manhunt, highlighting systemic failures and the media frenzy surrounding these events.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Informative
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Vulgar Favors by Maureen Orth offers a gripping account of Andrew Cunanan's crime spree and the failed manhunt following Gianni Versace's murder. Praised for its detailed research and nuanced exploration of social issues, it is sometimes critiqued for a sensationalist tone. Overall, it is a compelling true crime narrative that captures readers' attention.
Who Should Read Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U.S. History?
A reader who enjoys Vulgar Favors will likely appreciate true crime, investigative journalism, and complex narratives akin to In Cold Blood by Truman Capote or The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule. This person is interested in exploring real-life criminal psychology and dramatic, high-profile cases.
4,024 ratings
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560
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1990s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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