This book contains a variety of puzzles (including my favourite magic squares), so you'll certainly be amused for some time. However, I was expecting something different.

There are quizzes that test your knowledge about different kinds of crimes. On my first try, all I could do was guess. I hadn’t heard about most of these acts, because the book is heavily focused on American crimes and is thus mostly targeted at Americans. I get it—the author is American, so she wrote about what she knew. In my case, it at least gave me an opportunity to learn something new. However, I would’ve preferred if we were first given a few paragraphs about the topic and then our knowledge was tested. Otherwise, I strongly relied on the answer key.

Thank you so much to NetGalley for this free ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This activity book includes tons of different true crime-related puzzles. Some types of puzzles included are: word searches, sudoku, futoshiki, acrostics and crosswords. The book also includes an answer key so you can check your answers. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

I'm already in the minority here since I don't get the appeal of true crime. As someone who likes trivia and puzzles, I figured I'd give this a try. This book does not know what it wants to be. Many puzzle types don't fit thematically (sudoku, magic square). Others do, but the science behind them isn't explained, such as the spot the difference puzzles involving fingerprints and shoe prints. I appreciated the instructions for each kind of puzzle and answer key, but the concept didn't quite work for me.

If you're a fan of the NYT games and true crime - you'll love this! It's an endless book of puzzles, word searches, crosswords, and more!

This is quite a unique spin on the typical crossword / sudoku / puzzle book. Mixing in trivia about different types of crimes throughout history, makes this an entertaining activity book.

A perfect combination of trivia and crime! This book is packed with trivia about real crimes and fun puzzles to keep your mind busy for hours. This book has a variety of puzzles from my favorite sudoku to new-to-me puzzles like cryptograms. We are fascinated about true crime, investigative techniques and more. This was an interesting twist on the usual puzzles I enjoy. I loved the fingerprint match and crime scene spot the difference. This is perfect for any true crime fan in your world. Enjoy.

I love True Crime so this was a great one to read and complete .This would be fantastic as the physical book as a present for a True Crime connoisseur.

Thank you Net Galley for an advanced copy of 'True Crime Trivia & Activity Book' by Lana Barnes. The cover art drew me in on this one, but the contents fell very flat for me. We run a True Crime group at our small library and love trivia. I thought this would be the perfect addition to next meeting, but it did not hold many group activities. The games and puzzles seemed childish and unrelated to any specific case. All to generalized and flat.

Unleash your inner detective with this book of 130+ crime-themed puzzles and trivia quizzes—a unique gift for any true crime fan.

Thank you Zeitgeist & Netgalley for sending me a digital ARC of this book! I like true crime and puzzles so I liked the puzzles in this book. I wish I could have actually done the puzzles in this book because it’s hard to do on a e-reader but I went ahead and preordered a physical copy of this book from Amazon so I can actually do the puzzles. I would recommend this book if you like true crime and puzzles.

How fun! This is for all true crime fans! Love a good puzzle? This book has crossword puzzles, word searches, sudoku puzzles, trivia, word scrambles, spot the differences, decodes, mazes and more! Lots of fun for all! Loved it!

I loved this book. Idk why it took me so long to read it it. But it was so fun! I need the physical copy.. I love true crime anything

Book Review: True Crime Trivia & Activity Book: Untangle the Secrets Behind History's Most Gripping Crimes by Lana Barnes

Rating: 4 Stars

As someone who has a deep fascination with all things true crime, I was thrilled to get my hands on True Crime Trivia & Activity Book by Lana Barnes. This engaging piece is not just a simple trivia book; it’s a treasure trove of over 130 puzzles and quizzes designed to unleash your inner detective. With a perfect blend of fun and educational content, it truly caters to anyone captivated by the darker side of human nature.

The book takes you on a gripping journey through the world of true crime, covering a vast array of topics, from notorious art heists and chilling abductions to infamous cults and high-profile criminal trials. Each section is peppered with intriguing trivia questions that challenge your knowledge of historical crimes and the evolution of criminal investigations. Who knew that America’s first detective agency had such an interesting backstory? Or that advancements in DNA technology have helped name cold case victims? These captivating facts are just the tip of the iceberg.

What I found particularly appealing was the variety of puzzles included. From crosswords and sudoku to word searches and cryptograms, there’s something here for everyone, regardless of your skill level or familiarity with true crime. The activities vary in difficulty, making this book an excellent choice for both newcomers to the genre and seasoned true crime aficionados. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised at how much fun it was to crack these puzzles while learning new facts about crimes I thought I already knew everything about.

One of the standout aspects of this book is its respectful approach to sensitive topics. Unlike many sensationalized true crime narratives, Barnes provides a straightforward look at criminal events without glorifying the violence involved. This thoughtful treatment makes it a more informative read, allowing us to reflect on the real human stories behind the headlines.

As I dove into the pages, I couldn’t help but chuckle at the thought of how perfect this book would be as a "toilet" read! With a plethora of engaging puzzles and trivia, it’s easy to pick up for a few minutes or an entire afternoon. It’s definitely something I can see myself reaching for whenever I need a break or some brain exercise.

In conclusion, True Crime Trivia & Activity Book by Lana Barnes is a delightful blend of entertainment and education for any true crime enthusiast. With its high-quality paper, well-constructed puzzles, and engaging trivia, this book deserves a solid four stars. Whether you’re looking for a gift for a fellow true crime lover or just want to indulge your own curiosity, this activity book is sure to satisfy your cravings for both challenge and knowledge. Happy sleuthing!

⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️

I love all things true crime and this was so fun and engaging. I can't wait to get the complete book when it is published to fill out more. These puzzles are based on true crime and gives you your true crime fix and challenges your mind

This was so fun I can’t wait to buy a finished copy so I can fill it out for real. There’s tons of brain teasers all relating to different true crime things such as cases, or just words that are involved with true crime. This is definitely some5ijg to check out.

Are you a True Crime Aficionado?
If you constantly find yourself tuning into true crime documentaries and have always had a keen interest in true crime and serial killers ,then you may have met your match with this book.
Filled with trivia,crossword puzzles,fill in the blanks,sudoku and much more- you literally have hours of fun ahead of you.
Test your knowledge,hone your skills and sharpen your wit with this jam packed book full of games. I personally loved it, and was pleasantly surprised at the variety of the book. I highly recommend picking up a copy
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"True Crime Trivia & Activity Book" is a fun and engaging collection of puzzles for true crime enthusiasts. If you love true crime and enjoy puzzles, this book is a perfect blend of both. I really enjoyed the variety and themes of the puzzles, all based on real true crime cases and stories. It's a unique and entertaining way to dive deeper into true crime while keeping your mind active. This book would make a great gift for any true crime fan, and it's definitely best enjoyed as a physical copy rather than an ebook.

A great collection of puzzles based on true crimes. I appreciate the variety and challenge. I recommend it to any fan of puzzles.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #Zeitgeist for a free copy of #TrueCrimeTrivia&ActivityBook by Lana Barnes. All opinions are my own.

Something about learning about true crimes feels different than making games based on people who unalive peoples family members

A fun activity book for true crime lovers -- filled with trivia as well as 10 other types of puzzles! So wonderful variety. I will definitely be buying a paper copy of this book when it is published. I like that there are explanations up front on how to play the puzzles because some of the types were new to me. I look forward to expanding my repertoire of puzzles and like that the topics are true crime.

Thank you to Netgalley and Zeitgeist for an ARC and I voluntarily left this review.

Arc Review:
Overall Rating: 4 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book has super fun and engaging activities like sudokus, crosswords, questions, and so many other types of puzzles all for true crime lovers. I think this is such an interesting twist on an activity book and I love it.

Thank you NetGalley for this arc.