Victims

By: Kristopher Rufty

Narrated by: John Wayne Comunale

Aubrey Whitten is addicted to true crime. Ever since she was a little girl she’s wanted to pursue a career in writing about serial killers and brutal crimes. The summer before her senior year of high school, she unknowingly crosses paths with a psychopath who sets his sadistic sights on the teenage girl with an extensive knowledge of violent killers.

His obsession fuels her addiction, and both are pulled into a vicious showdown that only one of them can survive. Aubrey will either have the subject of a true crime book of her own, or she’ll become another name on a madman’s long list of victims.

©2024 Kristopher Rufty (P)2025 Kristopher Rufty

Loved this one

Victims had me intrigued from the very beginning- I love stories that give you a peek inside the head of the killer, and what a deplorable piece of work this guy is. This book has that cinematic quality that all of Rusty's writing does- great pacing perfectly balancing action, unexpected twists, icky gory bits and great character development.

Every single character in this one is so uniquely established and developed, I couldn't help but love them all, even the ones I hated. It takes a special kind of writer to make a reader forget that they're in the middle of a twisted horror story and get swept up in the sweetness of a budding romance. Making this my favorite book by this author I've read so far.


Audio Review:
I had the absolute pleasure of listening to the audio of this book as narrated by John Wayne Comunale who was fantastic. There were a few moments of stumbling over words and one female character voice he did that kind of drove me nuts, but ultimately, I think the voice matched the personality of the character. This was my first time listening to this narrator and I will be actively seeking out more.