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Murder in the Mountains: True Stories of Crime and Violence in Appalachia pulls back the curtain on the darker side of America's most mysterious region. From the eerie case of the Greenbrier Ghost-where a murdered woman's spirit allegedly testified in court-to the bloody Hatfield-McCoy feud, to modern-day horrors like the Pike County Massacre, this book exposes the crimes that shocked small towns and became Appalachian legend. Author R.M. Cochran weaves together true crime, history, and folklore in a haunting journey through real murders, betrayals, and cold-blooded violence hidden deep in the mountains. These are not quaint tales of moonshiners or rustic life-these are chilling accounts of family feuds, serial killers, poisoners, and unsolved mysteries that scarred generations. Inside you'll discover: Famous and forgotten murder cases from the 1800s to today Blood-soaked family feuds that turned into Appalachian wars Serial killers, poisoners, and assassins who hid in plain sight Communities torn apart by violence-and the investigators who fought for justice Where Appalachian folklore collides with fact in the region's most notorious crimes Perfect for readers who love true crime books, American history, Appalachian folklore, and unsolved mysteries, Murder in the Mountains delivers raw detail, haunting atmosphere, and unforgettable cases that prove the mountains never forget. The mountains remember-and their darkest stories are waiting to be told.

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