Zodiac

by Robert Graysmith
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Good Books rating 3.67
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  • ID: 2598
  • Added: 2025-10-15
  • Updated: 2025-10-16
  • Publisher: Berkley
  • Published: 2007-01-02
  • Formats: 3
  • Reviews: 3

Zodiac delves into the terrifying series of murders that shook California from 1968 to the early seventies. The killer taunted authorities and the public with cryptic letters sent to the San Francisco Chronicle, each signed with a zodiac symbol. The book provides a gripping account of the investigations and the enduring mystery that has captivated true crime enthusiasts for decades. /n/n Written by a journalist who covered the events, this book offers a unique perspective on the case, combining thorough research with firsthand reporting. It explores the impact of the Zodiac killings on the community and the lasting legacy of one of America's most notorious unsolved crimes.

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Reddit - ZodiacKiller · 2025-10-15
nostalgic 4.00

The book is a good read and holds a special place as one of the first true crime books the reviewer ever read. They acknowledge it has some inaccuracies but still appreciate it.

This reviewer has a soft spot for 'Zodiac' because it was one of the first true crime books they ever read. They acknowledge that the book has some inaccuracies and theories that might not hold up today, but they still find it to be a good read. The personal connection to the story, having read it early in their true crime journey, adds a layer of nostalgia and appreciation for the book despite its flaws.

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    It's a good read.

    It's one of the first true crime/serial killer books I ever read in my life, so I have a soft spot for it.

    Still, its a good read.

CravenWild · 2017-05-03
chilling 4.50

The book is described as dark, intense, and chilling, written by someone who was present during the events, adding a layer of authenticity.

This reviewer finds 'Zodiac' to be a dark and intense book, with a chilling narrative that captures the tragedy of the events. They appreciate that the author was present during the time of the killings, which adds a sense of authenticity and immediacy to the story. The personal connection to the events makes the book more impactful and engaging, despite its grim subject matter.

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    It's a dark book, intense and tragic.

    Chilling.

    It's also written by a man who was there, who was in the area at the time of the killings, ...

Captain Fez · 2014-05-10
disappointed 2.50

The reviewer finds this book weaker compared to Graysmith's first work, noting it retells the Zodiac story with significant theories but lacks depth.

The reviewer compares this book to Graysmith's earlier work and finds it lacking. They note that while it does retell the Zodiac story, it includes significant theories that don't add much depth. The reviewer feels that this book doesn't live up to the standards set by Graysmith's first book on the subject, making it a less satisfying read overall.

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    Compared to his first Zodiac book, this work is pretty weak.

    There's a retelling – of sorts – of the Zodiac story, but with significant theories ...

    It's no wonder it is a National Bestseller.

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