Get ready true crime fans, because the CT Book Festivals podcast is bringing you an inside look at the "Connecticut Crime Trio" - three amazing authors who are experts in the world of thrilling crime stories.  We've got Deborah Levison, author of the true crime book "The Crate" which delves into a shocking discovery on her family's property with ties to the Holocaust. Then there's TM Dunn, whose psychological thriller "Her Father's Daughter" explores the twisted mind of a serial killer. And rounding out the trio is Wendy Whitman, a former TV crime reporter whose novels "Premonition" and "Retribution" draw from her years covering real-life cases. These three writers met at a Halloween party a couple years ago and bonded over their shared fascination with crime and the human psyche. As Deborah puts it, they decided to "become partners in crime" and now they're here to give us the scoop on what inspires their dark and gripping tales. Wendy explains the public's enduring obsession with true crime, theorizing that people are drawn to the vicarious thrill of experiencing horror from the safety of their own homes. Meanwhile, TM shares how her own childhood experience with the Son of Sam murders fueled her interest in the minds of serial killers. And Deborah describes the surreal and traumatic process of uncovering a real-life murder mystery in her own family. With their next projects in the works - including a potential collaboration! - this Connecticut Crime Trio is proving that the Nutmeg State is a hotbed for captivating crime stories. So get ready to be on the edge of your seat as you dive into their twisted, thrilling, and thought-provoking tales.