Let's discuss: The Executioner's Song by Norman Mailer

Hi, true crime fans, let's discuss a book considered a classic of the true crime genre. The Executioner's Song follows the true story of cold-blooded murderer Gary Gilmore, who, after being tried and convicted, insisted on being executed for his crimes. To do so, he fought a system intent on keeping him alive long after it sentenced him to death.

The book, written by best-selling author Norman Mailer, won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1980 and has been praised for its literary quality and its unflinching portrayal of the American criminal justice system. It is notable for its in-depth research, including extensive interviews with Gilmore's family, friends, and the victims' relatives, which provides a multifaceted view of the complex issues surrounding his case.