content: I have read all the full-length books by Ann Rule and some of the short story collections. "The Stranger Beside Me" was one of her first and, yet, the last one I have read. I couldn't believe the effect it had on me. I cried for Ted Bundy, I cried for Ann. Incredible story. The fact that Ann worked beside Ted and was his friend, makes it even more amazing.Anything written by Ann Rule is hard to put down. She describes the characters so well.Fabulous author!