The Demon Next Door

In "Forget the Alamo," best-selling author Bryan Burrough unveils a harrowing chapter from his past, revealing that his small hometown of Temple, Texas, harbored a secret concerning former classmate Danny Corwin, a brutal serial killer. The narrative delves into disturbing questions about the community's complicity in ignoring early warning signs of Corwin's violent behavior, as well as the failures of local media, law enforcement, and religious institutions to confront the growing evil within their midst. As Burrough masterfully weaves this chilling tale, he explores broader themes of recognition and rehabilitation in the context of true crime and societal accountability.