Murder In Amityville

Biography & Memoir History True Crime

Paranormal investigator Hans Holzer’s Murder in Amityville dissects the 1970s Long Island haunting that inspired the blockbuster film, blending true-crime reportage with psychic research and illustrated field notes. This vintage 1982 Pinnacle paperback is the essential nonfiction companion for fans of horror movies and Amityville lore.

Inside, Holzer reconstructs the DeFeo murders and subsequent supernatural claims through eyewitness interviews, séance transcripts, and on-site photographs—no sensational fiction, just methodical documentation that still chills. The illustrated pages add visual context, making the account feel immediate and unsettling.

The book has clearly been read and loved: cover scuffs, taped edges, gentle page yellowing, and one dog-eared corner testify to its journey, yet all pages remain clean, unmarked, and smoke-free. It’s a sturdy reading copy ready for another round of late-night investigation.

Collectors of true ghost stories, vintage horror tie-ins, or Holzer’s extensive body of work will appreciate this accessible slice of Amityville history. Add it to your shelf and keep the lights on.