This book is historically precise, accurate and detailed yet it is an easy read. The authors style of writing is captivating. It was the kind of book that someone would label as hard to put down. The map included lets you follow the path of the fugitives and leaves you feeling like you have been there. All of that was a good enough reason to buy the book, but then at the end of the book there is not only a compilation of resources for further research, but gives you details about how some of those involved ended up in life. Excellent book. On a side note, HBO contracted to make a movie of this book in 2008 but to date has not released one. There is, however, a movie coming out about Mary Surratt. She was a key player in the success of the assassination. The movie is Directed by Robert Redford and Stars Robin Wright in the key role. It just keeps getting better!Read full review
I'm only half way through the book but I really enjoy the detail the author uses to describe an historic event of such importance.
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This is a great book covering the chase of Lincoln’s killer. Swanson did a good informative writing of these 12 days chase. I liked this book, and I will be happy to see the motion pictures based on this book.
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Arrived in a timely manner in perfect shape. Cannot wait to read it.
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Great book. A very suspenseful book! I learned about Lincoln's assassination.
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Been wanting this for a long time. Saw it on a lot of must-have lists. We all know who shot Lincoln and where, but the rest was vague. The author does a great job of dispensing information without it reading like a textbook. I was very interested throughout and would recommend this to anyone who enjoys historical novels.
Very well written. Never a dull moment, could not put book down. Based all on facts. Enjoyed reading about all the details and captivating description. Also, I liked the plots and settings of the book because you felt like you were actually on the chase too. Since the book is all based on facts and correct history info, it also made it a great book to learn from. I would definatly read this book again.
Nice book. Doesnt look like it has ever been read. :Perfect condition
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Loved learning about history in a totally different outlook than what the history books present. Reading this book, you feel what the main players in the assination felt about the politics of the day and the President. Booth is presented as a real, living, breathing, beloved famous celebraty who thought of himself as a savior not as an killer. I couldn't put the book down once I started reading it. Very informative and enjoyable.
Well written and fast moving story of the actual events of the assassination and manhunt. Swanson takes you back to April 1865 and describes the events in vivid detail. It is a fascinating tale of the assassination and the aftermath. The detail allows the reader to observe the events as if you were there. Lots of information that I didn't know. I was delighted that the book is a fast read and keeps you wanting to find out what is going to happen next.
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