They smiled. They trusted. Then they disappeared. THE FORGOTTEN BOYS: The Untold Victims of John Wayne Gacy pulls readers away from the sensational headlines and brings light to the lives lost beneath a painted smile. This victim-centered, deeply researched account reconstructs the lives, families, and final days of the boys the world almost forgot — and explores how a charming neighbor hid a house of horrors in plain sight. Inside you’ll find: • The human stories behind the names — who these young men really were. • A careful, respectful reconstruction of the investigation that uncovered the crawl-space graves. • Analysis of the policing failures and forensic breakthroughs that followed. • Lessons that changed how communities and law enforcement respond to missing persons. Powerful, humane, and meticulously sourced, this is true crime written with respect — for victims, for families, and for the readers who demand truth without sensationalism. Read it now to remember those who were silenced — and to learn how awareness can prevent another tragedy.