In Cold Blood
A chilling true crime masterpiece that blurs the lines between fact and fiction, exploring the brutal murder of the Clutter family and the h…
Waterstones' True Crime Classics and New Releases
Discover gripping true crime stories, from classic cases to the latest releases, curated by Waterstones.
Bad Blood
The shocking true story of Theranos, the multibillion-dollar biotech startup that promised to revolutionize blood testing but was built on l…
The Stranger Beside Me
A chilling true crime account of a woman's friendship with one of America's most notorious serial killers, Ted Bundy.
The Executioner's Song
A chilling true crime account of Gary Gilmore's desperate quest for execution, turning his death sentence into a media spectacle.
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
Dive into the eccentricities of Savannah, Georgia, where a true-crime murder story meets a deliciously perverse travelogue, filled with unfo…
Columbine
A gripping and insightful account of the Columbine massacre, debunking myths and exploring its lasting impact on modern violence.
The Five
Discover the untold stories of Jack the Ripper's victims in this groundbreaking work of historical non-fiction.
Killers of the Flower Moon
A chilling true crime story of greed, murder, and racial injustice that became one of the FBI's first major homicide investigations.
The Last Kilo
The true story of Willy Falcon, a Cuban exile who built a cocaine empire in 1980s Miami, navigating corruption and excess before his downfal…
The Siege
A gripping account of the 1980 Iranian Embassy siege in London, where hostages and SAS operatives faced immense danger.
Gomorrah
A fearless journalist goes undercover to expose the brutal world of the Camorra, risking his life to uncover the truth.
Mindhunter
Dive into the chilling world of criminal profiling with this gripping account of the FBI's early efforts to understand and catch serial kill…
The Red Parts
Maggie Nelson's haunting account of her aunt's unsolved murder and the trial that followed decades later, exploring society's obsession with…
Furious Hours
A gripping true-crime story intertwined with the enigmatic life of Harper Lee, exploring her failed attempt to write a book about a notoriou…
Empire of Pain
Uncover the shocking story of the Sackler family and their role in the opioid crisis, a tale of wealth, power, and the devastating consequen…
The Devil You Know
Dr. Gwen Adshead delves into the minds of violent offenders, offering profound insights into human behavior and the potential for redemption…
Red Notice
A Wall Street maverick turns accidental activist in this gripping tale of corruption, murder, and political intrigue in Putin's Russia.
Story of a Murder
Uncover the untold stories of the women entangled in one of the 20th century's most infamous murders, as bestselling author Hallie Rubenhold…
Joan
Meet Joan Hannington, the glamorous and cunning 'Godmother' of London's 80s criminal underworld, who used her charm and wit to become one of…
Until I Kill You
A harrowing true story of survival and terror as a woman endures a relationship with a serial killer, revealing the chilling details of his …
The House of My Mother
A shocking memoir exposing the dark truth behind the viral 8 Passengers family vlog and the author's harrowing journey to freedom from her a…
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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