Blood Money by Carlton Smith

Blood Money

Dark glamour and a twisted murder mystery

Written byCarlton Smith
Narrated byDavid de Vries
Length5h17m
Release dateOctober 8, 2018
LanguageEnglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (8,359 ratings)

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AuthorCarlton Smith
NarratorDavid de Vries
Runtime5h17m
PublishedOctober 8, 2018
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (8,359 ratings)
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, True Crime, Murder
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Carlton Smith’s *Blood Money* isn’t your average true crime tale—it’s a lurid dive into the kind of wealth and privilege that warps justice. The book zeroes in on the 1983 murder of Olympic wrestler Davey Moore, allegedly orchestrated by John du Pont, the eccentric heir to the Du Pont chemical fortune. What makes this story feel like a real-life thriller is Smith’s knack for exposing the grotesque contrasts: the gold-plated excess of du Pont’s estate against the humbling violence of his downfall. The audiobook’s pacing mirrors the tension of the crime itself, with Smith’s reporting keeping listeners hooked like a prime-time episode of *Dateline*. David de Vries’ narration is the cherry on top—a measured, gravelly voice that suits the material’s ominous tone without overplaying the theatrics. If you crave true crime with a side of old-money rot, this is the audiobook for you.

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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David de Vries’ narration is the secret weapon here, turning what could’ve been a dry true crime retelling into something almost cinematic. His voice has a natural authority, but it’s never showy—just steady, like a detective calmly laying out the facts. That said, the production feels a bit dated in places, with occasional awkward edits when Smith jumps between time periods. The real strength of *Blood Money* lies in its unflinching look at du Pont’s erratic behavior, from his delusions of athletic grandeur to his bizarre control over those around him. Smith doesn’t just tell you about the murder; he immerses you in the paranoia and entitlement that made it inevitable. My only critique? The book rushes through the trial in a few pages, leaving you wanting more of the legal fireworks. Still, this is a gripping listen—especially for fans of true crime that reads like a thriller.

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