Omnibus: The Best of Notorious USA
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Early Evidence Profile
Notorious USA is a collection of stories about infamous crimes and scandals, edited and curated by Gregg Olsen. The cases range from Ted Bundy’s crimes and Mary Kay Letourneau’s controversial affair to parental murders, school shootings, and the story of the country’s first female serial killer.
Each narrative examines the disturbing circumstances surrounding its subject and considers the psychological forces and motivations connected to these acts. Rather than following one continuous protagonist or investigation, the collection presents a series of separate cases, inviting listeners to consider how violence, secrecy, and notoriety shape the stories left behind.
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This is driven more by ideas and argument than by plot. It is likely to work best when you want to follow the reasoning and reflect on the implications rather than simply relax into a story.
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Narrator Experience
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- Kevin Pierce appears on at least 1 other verified audiobook edition in our catalog.
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Is This Right for You?
Story and reader-fit guidance remains useful here. Recording-specific claims are limited to evidence matched to this exact edition.
You’ll probably enjoy this if…
- You enjoy true-crime anthologies and notorious real-world cases.
- You like moving between different subjects instead of following one investigation.
- You are interested in motive, secrecy, and the psychology surrounding crime.
- You want a substantial nonfiction listen at more than 19 hours.
It might not be the best fit if…
- You want a single continuous protagonist or investigation.
- You prefer lighter subject matter or want to avoid accounts of violent crime and shootings.
- You need detailed, verified information about the narrator’s vocal style or audio production before choosing.
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Our Take
This edition offers breadth more than a single dramatic arc: separate notorious cases invite comparison across violence, secrecy, scandal, and motive. True-crime listeners who enjoy moving from one case to the next may find the variety appealing, while anyone wanting a tightly focused investigation should approach it with different expectations. Public reaction is notably positive about Kevin Pierce’s narration, but recording-specific detail remains limited.
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Inside The Criminal’s Mind: How Criminals feel and think ( Understanding the science and psychology behind criminal behavior ,includes analysis of real life crime cases ). by N.M SerenityRuntime & Edition Details
- Runtime
- 19:17
- Format
- Unabridged audiobook
- Language
- EN English
Before You Listen
- Expect difficult subject matter involving murder, school shootings, parental violence, and other disturbing crimes.
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FAQ
Is this a single continuous true-crime investigation?
No. It is an anthology of separate cases, so each section introduces a different crime, scandal, or notorious figure rather than continuing one investigation.
What kinds of cases are included?
The collection includes stories involving infamous crimes and scandals, including Ted Bundy’s crimes, Mary Kay Letourneau’s controversial affair, parental murders, school shootings, and the case of the country’s first female serial killer.
Who might enjoy this audiobook?
It is best suited to listeners who enjoy anthology-style true crime, notorious cases, and accounts that consider both disturbing events and the psychological forces connected to them. Listeners looking for one sustained protagonist or a single unfolding investigation may prefer a different format.
What language is this edition in?
This is an English-language, unabridged audiobook narrated by Kevin Pierce, with a listed runtime of 19 hours and 17 minutes.
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