Best Mystery Books for True Crime Lovers

In August 1980, twenty-five-year-old elementary school teacher Vicki Koch mysteriously vanished from her home in Circleville, Ohio. Thirty-eight days later, her skeletal remains were discovered in a cornfield approximately thirty miles away. The coroner’s official verdict: ‘death due to violence.’ To this day, the case remains unsolved. Legal enthusiasts and fans of the best legal mystery book authors will appreciate the attention to detail in this true crime investigation.

This book delves into the chilling story of Vicki Koch’s disappearance, shedding light on the dark secrets of Circleville and the years of failed investigations. As one of the best murder mystery books focusing on unsolved Eastern Shore crimes, it provides new perspectives and compelling insights. For readers who appreciate top murder mystery books, this is an unforgettable journey into one of Ohio’s most haunting cases.