Stealing Lincoln’s Body Review

                  This book was surprising in the best way possible. As a major fan of true crime – whether it be documentaries, docuseries, or books – I loved this story! You’re probably thinking, “wait… this is a true story?” and the only answer is yes, my friend. It really did happen!

                  Imagine being a part of a major counterfeiting operation and one of your top guys gets arrested. What do you do? Benjamin Boyd’s friends had an astonishing idea and plan to get him out of jail… steal Lincoln’s body. Not only that, but they were also going to hold it for a ransom of $200,000 in hopes that Boyd would be released. They were almost successful, too.

                  This short and exciting nonfiction tale also shares the beginning of the United States Secret Service, history of counterfeiters and US currency, the collaboration of pirates and criminals, and how the Lincoln family dealt with the death of their beloved Abraham.

                  If you’re looking for a quick and enticing true crime read that doesn’t involve a serial killer, this historical whirlwind is for you. If I can read it in a weekend, so can you!

                  Look for Stealing Lincoln’s Body at your local library, bookstore, Barnes & Noble, or online.