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 Haunting Silence of Hedviga Golik: Forgotten for Decades
The Haunting Silence of Hedviga Golik: Forgotten for Decades In May 2008, an astonishing discovery was made in Zagreb, Croatia. Three tenant representatives, unlocking a loft apartment at Medveščak 77, found the mummified remains of a woman—Hedviga Golik—still sitting in her armchair, wrapped in blankets beside a table with her old television and a half-finished cup of tea. She had died quietly—possibly in 1966, though officially last seen in 1973—and gone entirely unnoticed for 35–42 years .
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Criminal
Why the Menendez Brothers Killed Their Parents
On August 20, 1989, José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendez were shot to death in their Beverly Hills home. Nearly seven years, three trials, and many thousands of hours of TV coverage later, their sons, Lyle and Erik Menendez, were found guilty of their murders and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Now, freedom is a very real possibility for the Menendez brothers, who were resentenced Tuesday and are immediately eligible for parole.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Criminal
Escape from the Shadows
Ethan had always thought his life was ordinary—just another face in the crowd, another cog in the vast machinery of the city. But everything changed the moment he stumbled upon the truth.
By karim Khairallha6 months ago in Criminal
🌐 Digital Nostalgia: Why Lo-Fi Feels Like Memory . AI-Generated.
Open YouTube. Search “lofi beats to relax/study to.” There she is—the girl with the headphones, head down, lost in a book. A candle flickers. A cat sleeps. The sound? Soft, dusty, distant.
By The Yume Collective6 months ago in Criminal
🔇 The Power of Silence: Why What Isn’t Played Matters as Much as What Is . AI-Generated.
In music, sound is everything—or is it? At The Yume Collective, we know that sometimes silence speaks louder than notes. The pauses, the empty spaces, the moments when the music stops—these are the secret ingredients that give music its depth, emotion, and meaning.
By The Yume Collective6 months ago in Criminal
Thomas Partey, former Arsenal footballer, charged with rape and sexual assault
Five charges of rape and one charge of sexual assault Partey denies all the charges against him The former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, the Crown Prosecution Service said.
By SHYAKA MARS6 months ago in Criminal
The Locksmith Died Twice
The locksmith died twice — once in the fire, and once when the truth came out. His name was Ansel Merrin. In the town of Delmere, everyone simply called him "Locks." For thirty-five years, he kept a small shop wedged between an old bakery and a tailor who never smiled. His windows were dusty, his hair whiter than bone, and his keys jingled like wind chimes when he walked. He never married, never left town, never said more than needed.
By Said Hameed6 months ago in Criminal
The Locksmith’s Secret
In the heart of the old town, nestled between a dusty bookshop and a bakery that always smelled of burnt cinnamon, stood a peculiar little shop with a brass sign that read: "Halvorsen & Son – Locksmiths Since 1883." The windows were clouded with age, and a small bell above the door gave a tired jingle whenever someone dared to enter.
By Said Hameed7 months ago in Criminal
George Stinney Jr – Just a kid who got killed by justice. Content Warning.
Some stories... they not just history. They feel like wounds that never heal. Even after so many years, they hurt. One of those stories is George Stinney Jr.
By Usama7 months ago in Criminal
Ashes of the Innocent
The wind carried the scent of burning wood and something far more bitter—ashes of the innocent. A grey haze hovered over the ruined village of Elmsreach, where homes once stood proudly, gardens bloomed with lavender, and children’s laughter echoed through cobbled streets. Now, silence ruled. A heavy, accusatory silence that weighed on the shoulders of the lone survivor.
By Said Hameed7 months ago in Criminal
Poison in the Prayer Book
The year was 1523, and the air in the Abbey of Saint Margaret was thick with the scent of incense and damp stone. Tucked high in the Cotswold Hills, the abbey had weathered the storms of kings and commoners alike. Within its cloistered walls, the brothers followed the Benedictine rule, their days marked by silence, prayer, and routine.
By Said Hameed7 months ago in Criminal
The Jessica Lal Murder: When Power Pulled the Trigger
**Hello guys, my name is Asad Taizai and welcome back to another case study with me.** On the night of **29th April 1999**, a crime occurred that involved some of the most powerful people in the country. And as we all know, when it comes to power, the scales of justice often tip in favor of the influential. There seems to be a different law for common people and a completely different one for the rich and politically backed. I'm not just saying this without basis—we all remember the **Pune Porsche case**, the **Jiah Khan case**, and the **RG Kar Medical case** where money and power were used either to delay justice or deny it entirely.
By 🕵️‍♂️ True Crime Enthusiast | Storyteller of the Dark Side 🔍7 months ago in Criminal