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Reviewed by Alma Boucher for Readers' Favorite
The Hunter’s Craft by Stephen Olsen presents a haunting and profoundly disturbing portrayal of a man’s addiction. In this unsettling work, Stephen reveals the motivations behind his addiction to killing, describing it as an addiction stemming from the emotional detachment and isolation he experienced as a child. Stephen compares the act of murder to a rush of intense pleasure, claiming that with each victim, his needs only intensify. Stephen finds gratification in the hunt and admits to feeling no remorse. For him, the instant a heartbeat stops is more thrilling than any sexual encounter he has ever experienced. Fueled by this addiction, Stephen studied serial killers and forensic science and wrote a manual on killing with a complete list of essential tools. While his actions are both illegal and immoral, Stephen feels that his desires are not so different from the cravings others feel. This story is his release, and he hints that it might inspire others to follow in his footsteps.
The Hunter’s Craft: Confessions of a Serial Killer by Stephen Olsen offers a chilling exploration of a serial killer's mind. Although it is a work of fiction, it felt so realistic that I had to double-check to confirm it was not based on real events. The detached tone reflects the cold, methodical thought process of a killer. It resembles a diary of confessions, and at certain moments, I found myself compelled to feel empathy. The writing style was captivating and portrayed the killer's obsessive, compulsive behaviors. The character of the killer was disturbingly vivid, as he attempted to rationalize his actions. The victims were characterized by the feelings they evoked in the killer, a choice that effectively underscores his sociopathic tendencies. The plot was skillfully constructed and stayed with me long after I completed the book.
