“MADMAN is more than a true crime book—it’s a deep, unflinching dive into the psychology of fear, justice, and survival in postwar America. Gross has resurrected a nearly forgotten story with passion and precision. It’s rare to find a book this historically rich and emotionally gripping. I couldn’t recommend it more.”
“Few authors can blend true crime and narrative nonfiction the way M.F. Gross does. Reading MADMAN felt like I was watching a gritty, 1940s crime film—palmetto groves, shadowy bayous, desperate lawmen, and a cunning killer on the run. It’s both terrifying and totally captivating. A must-read for history buffs and crime junkies alike.”
“M.F. Gross has crafted one of the most gripping true crime narratives I’ve ever read. Every page crackles with tension, and the level of historical detail is astounding. MADMAN doesn’t just tell the story of a horrifying crime—it immerses you in a time and place that feels eerily relevant today. Fans of Erik Larson and Truman Capote will devour this.”
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“You better keep your damn mouth shut about this! If you go running to the newspaper, I’ll come back here and kill you too!” ~ Rastus Russell (threatening Anne Browne)