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Ripple: The Long, Strange Search for the Killer of Matthew Shepard

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On October 12, 1998, Matthew Shepard was brutally beaten and left to die tied to a fence in Laramie, Wyoming. His murder sent shockwaves across the nation and sparked a national conversation about hate crimes. In the years since, the case has been the subject of numerous books, articles, and films. But one of the most comprehensive and insightful accounts of the crime and its aftermath is "Ripple: The Long, Strange Search for the Killer of Matthew Shepard" by Aaron Hicklin.

Ripple: A Long Strange Search for A Killer

by Jim Cosgrove

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Language	:	English
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Hicklin, a former reporter for the Casper Star-Tribune, spent years investigating the Shepard murder. He interviewed hundreds of people, including law enforcement officers, witnesses, family members, and friends of the victim. He also pored over thousands of pages of documents, including police reports, court transcripts, and FBI files. The result is a meticulously researched and deeply reported book that provides a definitive account of one of the most notorious hate crimes in American history.

Hicklin's book is not just a true crime story. It is also a meditation on the nature of hate and violence. Hicklin explores the social and cultural factors that led to Shepard's murder, and he traces the long-term impact of the crime on the victim's family, friends, and community. The book is a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of hate, and it is a call to action for all of us to work to create a more just and equitable world.

A Riveting Account of a Hate Crime

"Ripple" is a riveting account of a hate crime that shocked the nation. Hicklin's writing is clear and concise, and he does an excellent job of weaving together the many different strands of the story. The book is full of suspense, and it is impossible to put down. Readers will be drawn into the story from the very first page, and they will be left haunted by the events that unfold.

A Meditation on Hate and Violence

In addition to being a gripping true crime story, "Ripple" is also a meditation on the nature of hate and violence. Hicklin explores the social and cultural factors that led to Shepard's murder, and he traces the long-term impact of the crime on the victim's family, friends, and community. The book is a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of hate, and it is a call to action for all of us to work to create a more just and equitable world.

A Call to Action

"Ripple" is a must-read for anyone who is interested in true crime, hate crimes, or social justice. The book is a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of hate, and it is a call to action for all of us to work to create a more just and equitable world.

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