The 1970s was more than bell-bottoms and disco—it was also a decade that carved out the notorious image of the serial killer in society’s consciousness. During this time, people were grappling with the chilling reality of predator-like individuals who left communities terrified. In Jack Smith’s ‘The Most Evil Serial Killers of the 1970s’, readers are…
Human nature is a pretty curious thing, isn’t it? Whether it’s a matter of morbid fascination or a desire to understand the darkest corners of the human mind, Jack Rosewood’s ‘The Big Book of Serial Killers Volume 2’ taps into this unique intrigue. The book invites us to explore depravity in its rawest form, offering…
There’s a bone-chilling aura that surrounds the very idea of serial killers. ‘The Big Book of Serial Killers’ by Jack Rosewood plunges readers into a world where human predators hide in plain sight. This A-Z encyclopedia isn’t your typical true crime narrative – it’s a detailed compendium that takes a hard look at some of…
Mark Seltzer’s ‘Serial Killers: 1st Edition’ isn’t just your average book on crime; it digs into the cultural psyche and sets the stage for what he labels ‘America’s wound culture.’ This idea flips the script on how we view our societal obsessions with trauma and violence. It’s not just about fascination with criminals—it’s more about…
Dean Corll was far from your average next-door neighbor. Known as “The Candy Man” due to his family’s candy business, Corll’s charming demeanor masked a chilling darkness. His story is a haunting example of how appearances can be deceiving. This section takes a hard look at what drove him into the depths of horror and…
Jack Olsen’s book ‘The Man with the Candy’ is a punchy and haunting deep-dive into one of America’s most chilling true crime stories. This isn’t just a tale to send shivers down your spine – it’s a look into the shockingly overlooked tragedies of the past. At its core, this book takes you through the…
Clifford L. Linedecker’s ‘The Man Who Killed Boys’ paints a fascinating yet terrifying snapshot of John Wayne Gacy, Jr., one of history’s most notorious serial killers. Written while the shock of Gacy’s crimes was still fresh, this book offers readers a front-row seat to the chilling events and remarkable story of the ‘Killer Clown.’ Gacy…
This book review takes a fresh angle, a “reverse crime story,” focusing on the lives of the young men victimized by John Wayne Gacy. Nelson’s approach flips the usual script, forcing us to confront the weight of their lost potential rather than the sensationalism that so often swallows such stories. The spotlight usually shines on…
John Wayne Gacy is one name that’s etched in infamy, not just for his gruesome crimes, but for the stark contrast between his public facade and his horrifying actions. Imagine growing up around someone who seemed like the model citizen: involved in community activities, someone you’d trust to make balloon animals at your kid’s birthday…
The story of Gordon Stewart Northcott isn’t just chilling; it’s one of those true-crime tales that lingers in the back of your mind, gnawing at your belief in human decency. It’s a deep dive into a world where family ties and horrific wrongdoings are tangled up in a disturbing dance of denial and complicity. Gordon’s…
