The Monster of Florence

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Douglas Preston, #1 New York Times bestselling author, delivers the gripping true story behind the Netflix series, *The Monster of Florence*. After moving to Italy in 2000, Preston discovers his new olive grove was the scene of gruesome double-murders by the serial killer known as the Monster of Florence. He teams with investigative journalist Mario Spezi to uncover the killer's identity, leading to a chilling interview with their prime suspect. In a shocking turn, Preston and Spezi become targets of the police investigation: Preston is interrogated and told to leave the country, while Spezi is imprisoned, accused of being the Monster himself. This harrowing true crime narrative unravels a tale of murder, injustice, and two men caught in a relentless legal vendetta.