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Watching Casey Anthony: Two Authors Document A Controversial Trial

At 540 pages, this exhaustive investigation into the Casey Anthony case mirrors the sprawling nature of the trial itself, delving deep into every twist and turn of an investigation that captivated America and left more questions than answers.

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The Halo Effect’s Surprising Limits: When Beauty Can’t Sway Justice

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Unraveling the Fiona Beal Murder Case

The shocking case of Fiona Beal, a primary school teacher who murdered her partner and buried him in their garden. Uncover the chilling details of her confession, alter ego, and the investigation that led to justice.

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The senseless murder of Brianna Ghey exposes the shadowy depths of a false friendship and the sinister fantasies that led to her untimely death.

Crime Research

Serial Killers And Childhood Abuse: Is There A Link?

Many serial killers have reported a history of childhood abuse. This study examined 50 US convicted serial killers to examine the possible relationship between childhood abuse and serial murder.

True Crime Book Reviews

I am D.B. Cooper: Startling Confessions Examined in ‘Getting The Truth’

Getting The Truth: I Am D.B. Cooper is a captivating read that will appeal to those seeking answers to the D.B. Cooper case and those interested in the science of linguistics and how this can be applied to a real true crime case.

The Psychopath Test: A Compelling Adventure Into The World Of Madness

Psychopaths are all around us so a famous psychologist says. Jon Ronson in this acclaimed book ‘The Psychopath Test’ uncovers the dark and seedy side of society, the one nobody knows exists.

Author Interviews

Family Violence & Homicide

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A Convicted Killer, Two Criminologists, and One Podcast: Direct Appeal Investigates ‘Suitcase Killer’ Melanie McGuire Case

Melanie McGuire
Did Melanie McGuire kill her husband in New Jersey in April 2004? An interview with Criminologist and Direct Appeal co-host Dr. Amy Shlosberg.

Addicted To Killing: Serial Killers and The Addiction Cycle

Some researchers have suggested that serial murder could, in fact, be a result of an addiction to killing, with similarities to behaviors seen in substance addiction.

A Crime of Passion or Pre-Meditated Murder?

While love can be a wonderful thing, it is a powerful emotion and one that can prove deadly. In October 2016, Stuart Gallear stabbed his wife to death after discovering she was having an affair with a man he considered a friend.

The Yorkshire Witch: The Life & Trial of Mary Bateman

Mary Bateman known as the ‘Yorkshire Witch’ used her charm and deviousness to fleece her unsuspecting victims out of their belongings and their money, only being stopped when her scheming strayed into the realms of murder.

Frank McManus: King of the Irish Hill

True crime from 1800's San Francisco. As “King of the Potrero,” Frank McManus was known for his drunkenness, saloon fights and political power alongside his ability to evade the law.

Andrea Yates: A Tragedy Born From Postpartum Mental Illness

On 20th June 2001 in Houston, Texas, Andrea Yates drowned her five children one after the other in the bathtub of her family home. Four sons, John (5), Luke (2), Paul (3) and Noah (7), and one daughter Mary, just 6 months old.