
The Last Book on the Left
Stories of Murder and Mayhem from History's Most Notorious Serial Killers
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Ben Kissel
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Marcus Parks
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Henry Zebrowski
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An equal parts haunting and hilarious deep-dive review of history's most notorious and cold-blooded serial killers, from the creators of the award-winning Last Podcast on the Left
Since its first show in 2010, The Last Podcast on the Left has barreled headlong into all things horror, as hosts Henry Zebrowski, Ben Kissel, and Marcus Parks cover subjects spanning Jeffrey Dahmer, werewolves, Jonestown, and supernatural phenomena. Deeply researched but with a morbidly humorous bent, the podcast has earned a dedicated and aptly cult-like following for its unique take on all things macabre.
In their first book, the guys take a deep dive into history's most infamous serial killers, from Ted Bundy to John Wayne Gacy, exploring their origin stories, haunting habits, and perverse predilections. Featuring newly developed content alongside updated fan favorites, each profile is an exhaustive examination of the darker side of human existence. The Last Book on the Left will satisfy the bloodlust of listeners everywhere.
©2020 Ben Kissel, Marcus Parks, Henry Zebrowski (P)2020 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing CompanyListeners also enjoyed...
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- Miskatonicmisanthrope
- 04-12-20
Fantastic for Last Podcast and True Crime fans
If you listen to Last Podcast on the Left, you have a fairly good idea of how a book written and read by Marcus, Henry and Ben is going to be. A great mix of highly researched details and humor. These three (mainly Marcus) really hit it out of the park. Buy it, you won't regret it. Pairs well with a dark night, a few Bud Light Limes and being a disappointment to your parents. Hail Yourselves!
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- Allison Ward
- 05-07-20
Hail Yourselves by listening!
Fantastically written! As a huge listener to the podcast, this is just as great and entertaining! ❤️
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- Monique D. Pompili
- 08-07-20
Good story, terrible narration
I enjoyed the story, but the wise cracks by the 2 jerks was annoying!! Please re-do recording and tell them to shut up!!!
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- Adrian
- 05-13-20
great book for the true crime genre
amazing book with great research and narration. the boys at Last Podcast really out did themselves. the only down side to the book was the outro to each chapter. some felt very tacky and some jokes that usually would land in the podcast I felt missed the mark here. regardless it was a phenomenal book to listen to and I would love to experience another book written by these guys
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- Michael Cheslock
- 05-14-20
Tear rolls down check, so proud of you boys.
The research and dedication from all three Marcus, Ben and Henry is some of the best in the podcasting world. Now to see their talents in audio and book fprmat brings tears to my eyes. I have been a fan for years, even seen them perform live, this book captured what drew me to their podcast.The amount of research put into every morsel is what sets these young men apart. But it is their ability to take the power from the evil men or women in true crime that brings me back.
If you have ever been terrified by Ted the Republican or Mommies boy Eddy, this book will chew them up and spit them out for you.
The breaks between the very dark subject helps the medicine go down and if you do not know who they are it's confusing, jarring and feels wrong. But trust me, the mocking is well placed and comes from genuinely good dudes. Just ask how they treat their fans from a fan.
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- Happy Reader
- 04-26-20
Fantastic quality, the LPOTL nailed it.
Absolutely fantastic, wonderful audiobook by the dark minds I've grown to love over the years.
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- TacoTaco
- 12-28-20
Hail Satan!
if you like the podcast you'll love the book so sit down relax crack open a Bud Light Lime and get ready to gag because this book is disgusting.
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- Zachary M.
- 04-19-20
Hilarious and informative!
Listened in 2 long sittings. Really interesting and funny listen. You'll love it. I recommend buying a physical copy as well for the brilliant artwork. Hail Yourself!
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- Allie Haynes
- 04-08-20
LPN never disappoints!
Love these guys, great content. Your hard work paid off, I can’t wait for my physical copy to come in the mail this week.
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- Ysosrslawl
- 08-01-20
Wonderfully done
When I got to the end I was sad because it was over. I had expected it to keep going forever. Although I did think that Ben and Henry's jokes weren't so great because they seemed to be trying too hard. They are way better during the podcast!
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