Waterstones' True Crime Classics and New Releases

Discover gripping true crime stories, from classic cases to the latest releases, curated by Waterstones.

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The Wicked Boy

4.0

In 1895, a 13-year-old boy commits a brutal murder, sending shockwaves through Victorian England. This gripping true crime story explores th…

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Victorian Murders

4.3

Dive into the chilling true stories of fifty-six Victorian-era murders, meticulously detailed from the archives of the Illustrated Police Ne…

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They All Love Jack

4.4

A gripping investigation into the identity of Jack the Ripper, blending historical research with the unique perspective of a legendary write…

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Mr Briggs' Hat

4.3

Unravel the chilling true story of Britain's first railway murder in this meticulously researched and suspenseful account that reads like a …

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Marching Powder

4.5

A gripping account of life inside San Pedro Prison, one of the world's most notorious and bizarre penitentiaries in Bolivia.

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Mr Nice

4.3

A gripping memoir about Howard Marks, a man with forty-three aliases and a life of high-stakes crime and deception.

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Zero Zero Zero

4.2

A gripping exposé that uncovers the global reach of the drug trade and its deep ties to our economy, revealing how 'zero zero zero' cocaine …

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Kilo

4.0

Follow the deadly journey of cocaine from farm to street, meeting the farmers, assassins, chemists, and kingpins who navigate this brutal wo…

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Drug War

4.6

Uncover the gripping true story of the UK's secretive battle against drug smugglers, filled with thrilling revelations and insider accounts.

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Snowing in Bali

3.5

Dive into the dark underbelly of Bali's drug trade with this gripping exposé, revealing the lavish lifestyles and brutal consequences of tho…

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The Last Narco

4.2

Dive into the gripping true story of El Chapo's rise and fall, as a journalist risks everything to uncover the truth behind the world's most…

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Snowblind

4.3

Dive into the wild and paranoid underworld of the cocaine trade in the 1960s through the legendary Zachary Swan, a figure who set the standa…

Dive into the fascinating world of true crime with Waterstones' expertly curated list of classic and new releases. Explore infamous cases, compelling investigations, and thought-provoking narratives that shed light on the darker side of human nature. Whether you're a long-time enthusiast or new to the genre, this collection offers a diverse range of perspectives and insights that will keep you hooked from start to finish.

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