Pre-order Releases Jun 8, 2027
Behind Closed Doors: True Crime Stories from America's Most Notorious Homes
by Charlie Lankston and Realtor.com
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About the book
Behind Closed Doors
Discover the shocking true stories behind the country's most notorious houses.
Step inside 25 of America's most infamous homes to find the chilling stories that refuse to stay buried. From leading authority on real estate Realtor.com, Behind Closed Doors explores the checkered pasts of the country's most sinister residences.
Blending true crime, local legends, and fascinating real estate reporting, this one-of-a-kind book features homes that have been in the headlines recently, centuries-old classics, and everything in between. Who bought these homes long after the crimes had been committed? How much did they sell for? And why do so many owners--and visitors--sense that the past still lingers within their walls?
Featuring properties like:
- The Alex Murdaugh Estate
- The Menendez Brothers' House
- The Britney Spears / Brittany Murphy House
- The Amityville Horror House
- The Conjuring House
- And more!
Inside you'll discover:
- The surprising real estate journeys of these notorious homes--from multimillion-dollar sales to abandoned ruins
- Reported ghost sightings, paranormal encounters, and enduring local legends
- Photography of each unforgettable property
Perfect for real estate snoopers and fans of true crime, paranormal mysteries, and dark history, Behind Closed Doors gives readers the key to the places where America's most haunting stories began--and where many believe they never truly ended.
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Details
- Publisher
- Harper Celebrate
- Authors
- Charlie Lankston, Realtor.com
- Format
- Hardcover
- Release date
- Jun 8, 2027
- ISBN-13
- 9781400258628
- ISBN-10
- 1400258626
- Pages
- 224
- Carton quantity
- 24 copies
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Behind Closed Doors for groups: pricing
Volume pricing applies automatically in your cart. No codes, no account needed.
| Copies | Price per copy | You save |
|---|---|---|
| 25 – 99 | $16.49 | 34% off list |
| 100 – 249 | $15.24 | 39% off list |
| 250 – 499 | $14.24 | 43% off list |
| 500 – 999 | $13.24 | 47% off list |
| 1,000+ | $12.50 | 50% off list |
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