Ronald Gene Simmons : The Deadly Legacy of Arkansas Most Notorious Killer

In the quiet, rural outskirts of Arkansas, behind the walls of a seemingly ordinary home on Mockingbird Hill, a darkness festered—one that would soon erupt in one of the most chilling mass murders in American history. Ronald Gene Simmons: The Deadly Legacy of Arkansas' Most Notorious Killer takes you deep into the twisted mind of a man consumed by control, paranoia, and a thirst for vengeance that would leave 16 innocent lives shattered. This harrowing true crime account explores Simmons' troubled childhood, his rigid military years, and the authoritarian grip he held over his family—an iron rule that eventually spiraled into a holiday massacre spanning six days of calculated horror. With chilling detail, author Ben Whitson unpacks the events leading up to the mass killing, Simmons' eerie composure following his arrest, and his unrepentant journey to the execution chamber. From his controlling nature to his deeply rooted delusions, Simmons' story is a terrifying reminder of how power, secrecy, and obsession can turn deadly. Perfect for fans of true crime and psychological thrillers, Ronald Gene Simmons: The Deadly Legacy of Arkansas' Most Notorious Killer reveals the shocking details behind a case that continues to haunt the nation.