The riddle that haunted Long Island's peaceful shores for more than ten years was: who preyed on the lost, leaving a trail of unidentifiable bodies along the bleak Ocean Parkway? The Gilgo Beach killings turned into a terrifying mystery, a cold case that captivated the country with macabre fascination and the sound of horrific deeds. Now, break the hush with the definitive story of the inquiry that finally broke the silence: A Cold Mystery Cracked. Explore the core of an incomprehensible string of crimes, from the first startling revelations to the diligent work of law enforcement committed to uncovering the truth. Meet Rex Heuermann, the seemingly unremarkable architect who maintained a terrible claim of second life in the suburbs of Massapequa Park. To face the terrifying prospect that evil can exist in the most unlikely settings, peel back the veils of normalcy. A Cold Mystery Cracked painstakingly details the investigation's many detours and the pivotal evidence, which included everything from long-dormant DNA to discarded pizza crusts, that gradually created a terrifying picture. As investigators negotiated dead ends, technological advancements, and the undying resolve to return the names of the forgotten victims, observe the unrelenting pursuit of justice. This is not just a real crime story; it is also an examination of the transience of life, the lasting effects of violence, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. Get ready to be engrossed in a story that solves a chilly mystery and exposes the startling reality of the Gilgo Beach killings and the man who is suspected of planning them. Will the complete, horrifying picture be revealed once the mystery has been solved? Flip through the pages and face the evil that has long plagued Long Island.