Goodreads' Popular True Crime Books
Explore a curated list of the most popular true crime books on Goodreads, featuring gripping real-life stories and investigations.
Whoever Fights Monsters: My Twenty Years Tracking Serial Killers for the FBI
A gripping memoir from a retired FBI profiler who spent two decades hunting the most dangerous serial killers, revealing the chilling truths…
The Good Nurse: A True Story of Medicine, Madness, and Murder
A chilling true crime story of a trusted nurse turned serial killer, exploring the dark side of healthcare and the shocking betrayal of trus…
The I-5 Killer
Dive into the chilling true crime story of Randall Woodfield, a seemingly charming man with a dark secret, as he leaves a trail of terror al…
A Stolen Life
A harrowing memoir of survival and resilience, A Stolen Life recounts the 18-year captivity of a young woman kidnapped in 1991, offering a r…
If You Really Loved Me
A chilling true crime story of manipulation, greed, and murder that will leave you questioning the depths of human depravity.
The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession
A thrilling tale of deception and intrigue, where a master art thief navigates the high-stakes world of stolen masterpieces and dangerous se…
The Man from the Train: The Solving of a Century-Old Serial Killer Mystery
Uncover the chilling truth behind a century-old string of unsolved axe murders as legendary writer Bill James and his daughter Rachel meticu…
Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets
David Simon's gripping account of Baltimore's homicide unit offers an unflinching look at the brutal reality of crime and its impact on soci…
Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders
The chilling true story of the Manson Family murders, as told by the prosecutor who put Charles Manson behind bars, revealing the terrifying…
The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town
A gripping true story of a small-town hero wrongfully convicted of murder, based on flimsy evidence and tainted witnesses.
Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee
A gripping true-crime tale intertwined with the enigmatic life of Harper Lee, exploring a chilling murder case and the author's failed attem…
The Executioner's Song
A chilling true story of Gary Gilmore, a man who fought for the right to be executed, turning his death sentence into a media spectacle.
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
A captivating blend of true crime and Southern charm, this book immerses readers in Savannah's eccentricities and a gripping murder case tha…
Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery
A chilling true crime investigation into the lives and deaths of five women found on Long Island's Gilgo Beach, uncovering the harsh realiti…
Goodreads' Popular True Crime Books is a meticulously curated list that showcases the most highly-rated and widely-read true crime books on the platform. This list includes a diverse range of compelling narratives, from chilling accounts of serial killers to intricate investigations of historical crimes. Each book offers a deep dive into real-life mysteries, providing readers with a blend of suspense, insight, and often, a sense of justice. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this list offers a wealth of captivating stories that have captivated readers worldwide. Dive into the dark and intriguing world of true crime with these top-rated books that have left a lasting impact on the genre.