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If I Did It: Confessions of the Killer

O. J. Simpson
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If I Did It: Confessions of the Killer

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

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O. J. Simpson

If I Did It: Confessions of the Killer

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1990s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

If I Did It is a controversial book by O. J. Simpson where he hypothetically describes how he might have committed the 1994 murders. The narrative combines personal insights with speculative storytelling, blending real events with hypothetical elements. Edited by the Goldman family, the book contextualizes the notorious case in a unique manner.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

15,453 ratings

52%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

If I Did It by O. J. Simpson is a controversial book that delves into a hypothetical scenario surrounding a sensational murder. The narrative is gripping and offers detailed psychological insights; however, many criticize it as distasteful and exploitative. The writing style is straightforward, but the ethical implications overshadow its literary merit.

Who should read this

Who Should Read If I Did It: Confessions of the Killer?

A reader who would enjoy If I Did It by O. J. Simpson is likely interested in true crime, sensational trials, and psychological memoirs. They may also appreciate books like Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi or In Cold Blood by Truman Capote for their detailed explorations of infamous crimes and criminal psychology.

3.7

15,453 ratings

52%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1990s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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