book reviews
Book reviews for true crime junkies; probe the minds of murderers with our collection of novels, memoirs, biographies, criminal psychology and forensic science books.
The Silent Dealer
M Mehran The city of Islamabad gleamed under the cold winter moon, its streets quiet except for the occasional rickshaw rattling down narrow lanes. But in the shadows, a different rhythm existed—a rhythm dictated by someone the police barely believed existed: Rafiq, known in the underworld as The Silent Dealer.
By Muhammad Mehran4 months ago in Criminal
Bloodlines of Betrayal
M Mehran The streets of Karachi never slept, but some nights were darker than others. Tonight was one of them. The neon lights flickered against rain-soaked pavement, casting distorted reflections of the city’s hidden underworld. And somewhere in the shadows, Adeel Javed, known in whispers as The Fox, prepared for a night that could change everything.
By Muhammad Mehran4 months ago in Criminal
The Heist of Silence
M Mehran The city of Lahore slept uneasily under the glare of neon lights, unaware that the night belonged to a man known only as Faizan—or the Whisper, as the underworld called him. Unlike other criminals who thrived on chaos, Faizan’s specialty was subtlety. His crimes were precise, clean, almost invisible, leaving no trace except a lingering sense of violation.
By Muhammad Mehran4 months ago in Criminal
The Shadow of Peshawar
M Mehran In the narrow alleys of Peshawar, the city breathed in whispers. Everyone had a story, but few dared to tell the truth. Among them, one name carried fear like a shadow: Zahid Khan, a man whose reputation straddled the line between legend and nightmare.
By Muhammad Mehran4 months ago in Criminal
Blind Spots: A Tale of Ambition, Consequences, Redemption
A Trader's Spectacular Fall from Grace Sometimes the most compelling stories come from the darkest places. Gregory J. Blotnick's new memoir, "Blind Spots: A Riches to Rags Story," chronicles a financial collapse and dissects the anatomy of self-destruction with surgical precision.
By Gregory Blotnick4 months ago in Criminal
Girl Stabbed to Death on North Carolina Train: What We Know So Far
The Incident On a routine NC train ride through Charlotte, tragedy struck when Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, was fatally stabbed. Witnesses reported chaos on board as passengers attempted to intervene and authorities rushed to respond.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Criminal
From Defense to War: What a U.S. “Ministry of War” Would Mean
What if the United States government announced tomorrow that it was renaming the Department of Defense to the Ministry of War? At first glance, it might seem like nothing more than a change in language. But in politics, language is never just language—it shapes perception, frames policy, and influences how nations see themselves and one another. A shift in terminology from “defense” to “war” would represent a dramatic transformation in America’s identity and global posture.
By Muhammad Ibrahim4 months ago in Criminal
Meet Zipho Memela a Million Dollar Tycoon. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
In an age where startups can rise and fall in a year and new industries are born overnight, one entrepreneur’s journey to becoming a Million Dollar Tycoon stands out—not for flashy headlines or viral success, but for relentless determination, smart risk-taking, and the power of a bold vision.
By Kin Mancook5 months ago in Criminal
Zipho Memela Talks about Cryptocurrency. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and finance, one digital asset has consistently remained at the forefront: Bitcoin. Born in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, Bitcoin has transformed from a niche cryptographic experiment into a globally recognized asset class, sparking debates across financial, technological, and political sectors.
By Kin Mancook5 months ago in Criminal
The Slave Louisa Who Sewed Poison into the Clothes of the Big House Family – Tennessee, 1853
What if vengeance didn’t strike with a blade or a bullet, but with something softer? What if death didn’t come on a battlefield, but in the folds of a gown or the seams of a coat? What if a needle carried more danger than a sword?
By Yasir Hamid 5 months ago in Criminal
