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A Descent into Hell

The True Story of an Altar Boy, a Cheerleader, and a Twisted Texas Murder

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A Descent into Hell

By: Kathryn Casey
Narrated by: Gillian Vance
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Bright, attractive, and both from good families, University of Texas college student Colton Pitonyak and vibrant redhead Jennifer Cave had the world at their beckoning. Cave, an ex-cheerleader, had just landed an exciting new job, while a big-money scholarship to UT's prestigious business school lured Pitonyak to Austin. Yet the former altar boy had a dark, unpredictable streak, one that ensnared him in the perilous underworld of drugs and guns. When Jennifer failed to show up for work on August 18, 2005, her mother became frightened. Sharon Cave's search led to Colton's West Campus apartment, where Jennifer's family discovered a scene worthy of the grisliest horror movie. Meanwhile, Colton Pitonyak was nowhere to be found.

A Descent into Hell is the gripping, true story of one of the most brutal slayings in UT history - and the wild "Bonnie and Clyde-like" flight from justice of a cold-blooded young killer and his would-be girlfriend, who claimed that her unquestioning allegiance to Pitonyak was "just the way I roll".

©2008 Kathryn Casey (P)2012 Kathryn Casey True Crime Murder Emotionally Gripping Crime Biographies & Memoirs Scary
Thorough Research • Compelling Narrative • Well-balanced Storytelling • Unexpected Twists • Engaging Rhythm

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This book is very well written and researched with unexpected twists and characters. easy to listen to and details of the players and events moves this story move quickly. Small warning; the details of the gruesome crime are covered very thoroughly which I appreciated but some listeners might not enjoy.

True crime done right!

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Where does A Descent into Hell rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is one of my favourite audio books so far. Kathryn Casey did thorough research and bought the people involved in the awful events of the book to life. You get to know the family of Jennifer Cave as well as Jennifer herself and the events leading up to the crime.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Descent into Hell?

The way that Jennifer's mother knew something was wrong and how they found her was engrossing because it was true and so shocking. My favourite part of the book was what Jennifer's mother said to Laura Hall in court - finally someone telling her the truth.

What about Gillian Vance’s performance did you like?

The performance was spot-on and kept me involved in the story. Gillian Vance reads with a great rhythm that kept me engaged.

Any additional comments?

I admired Jennifer's mother and family so much after hearing their story and hope they've been able to find some peace. I can't imagine going through what they have and still behaving with such dignity, integrity and love.

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Another excellent "True Crime" story! It's so obvious that the author truly researched the event and persons involved--and the book is so well-written! Excellent narration too!

Very good!

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I'm in grief and shock , feeling so much love ! for Jennifer and her family. It is 2018, January 10. I will never forget ! I will always have a place in my heart and soul for you. My prayer's will always be for Jennifer and the family. God be with you all. Kathryn Casey you are a gifted writer. Gilliam Vance, you are a gifted narrator !

Shocked ! My prayers to you Jen and family 💞😇

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I really like this one it was interesting but many mistakes on little things. I dont know if it was the narrator or author but definitely annoying.

great book.

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