Strange Crime: Oddball Crimes, Capers, Plots, Laws, and More (Strange Series)
4.4 stars from 336 reviews
Last checked: Jul 14, 2026
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Perfect for you if...
- You enjoy true crime but are tired of the grim, serious documentaries and want something lighter that still delivers real stories.
- You love trivia and oddball facts you can share at dinner parties without needing a trigger warning.
- You want entertainment in bite-sized chunks you can read during commutes or waiting rooms without committing to a heavy narrative.
Maybe not for you if...
- You're looking for deep investigative journalism or psychological profiles of serial killers.
- You prefer long-form storytelling that builds suspense over quick, anecdotal pieces.
- You find humour about crimes distasteful, even when the crimes themselves are genuinely ridiculous.
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Currently on sale at $2.99 — 81% off peak. Price has dropped 28 times over the last 6 years. Goes on sale roughly every 56 days. Typically stays discounted for 23 days.
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Currently 4.4★ from 336 reviews
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