One of my favorite genres to read is true crime--where authors examine a real crime and the actions of real people.
I love true crime stories!  The mystery in them are great!
I agree, the mysteries are great! It's also nice how the author can either stick to facts or be highly speculative. Makes for some varied reading.
I agree!  Do you have a favorite true crime author?
One of my favorites is Truman Capote--especially "In Cold Blood."
Hasn't Truman Capote had some of his writings become films?
I'm not sure about "In Cold Blood" -- but there was a film that covered the 50s and 60s when Capote wrote that book.
That is probably what I am thinking of.  I am assuming that "true crime" stories are based off of real acts of crime, correct?
Yes, the genre is generally non-fiction and is based off of actual crimes.
I think that is why many people enjoy it so much.  These crimes actually occurred and could happen again.