Women Who Murder - by Mitzi Szereto (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

From historical accounts to modern cases, explore the captivating psychology behind these killer women, unraveling their motives and unveiling the dark complexities of human behavior.

The fair sex. We've often heard this clichéeacute;d expression being used to refer to women. Although it has become increasingly outdated, the mindset still exists that women are the gentle and nurturing sex. When it comes to murder, that notion gets turned on its head. And this isn't a recent phenomenon; we can find plenty of female killers going back in history. In fact, some of the world's most notorious serial killers have been women. These female killers give their male counterparts a run for their money, and deserve to be counted among the most famous serial killers.

Unearth the disturbing histories of notorious women. From the chilling accounts of infamous black widow murders to the spine-tingling narratives of women who shocked the world with their sinister deeds, this anthology delves deep into the minds of these deadly women. Spanning eras and continents, these tales of true crime offer a chilling exploration of the darkest corners of human nature.

Inside:

• Discover lesser-known cases of female killers that challenge conventional narratives and shed light on the often-overlooked stories of women who defied societal norms and perpetrated gruesome crimes.
• Enjoy a diverse selection of true crime tales that spotlight the narratives of female serial killers from various historical periods.
• Explore the international spectrum of female murderers and uncover how factors such as culture, upbringing, and personal experiences contribute to the making of these deadly women.

If you liked books such as Lady Killers, The Big Book of Serial Killers, or The Best New True Crime Stories, you'll love Women Who Murder.

Review Quotes

"The usual suspects rub shoulders with little-known killers from around the globe in this surprising, disturbing, and thoroughly engaging collection of stories of lethal women, evil mothers, deadly lovers, and abuse victims driven to the brink. Essential reading for all true crime fans."

-Dean Jobb, author of The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream

"This exciting true crime anthology, finely edited by Mitzi Szereto, demonstrates that although women around the globe kill far less frequently than men, their murderous tales are often more compelling. Highly recommended!"

--Dr. Scott Bonn, author of Why We Love Serial Killers: The Curious Appeal of the World's Most Savage Murderers

"Mitzi Szereto's expertise at assembling collections of true crime essays is on display in Women Who Murder, whose eclectic contents include stand-out essays by the likes of Cathy Pickens (a 'Southern Gothic' mystery) and Ciaran Conliffe, who explores the legendary Ruth Snyder case."

--Martin Edwards, crime writer

"For those who like their true crime lean, mean, and multinational. Women Who Murder delivers bite-sized case studies both notorious and little known, but always addressing one overriding question: what drives a woman to kill? Editor Mitzi Szereto opens a Pandora's box-load of shockers, contributing her own essay about Iran's first female serial murderer. Women Who Murder argues convincingly that homicide is not just a macho pastime. Expect many sequels."

--Dennis McDougal, author of Mother's Day and Angel of Darkness

"Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales does exactly what it says on the cover of this beautifully edited book by Mitzi Szereto. A must-read for all true crime readers' bookshelves. An important contribution to crime literature. Very enjoyable."

--Christopher Berry-Dee, the World's number-one true crime author

"Editor and author Mitzi Szereto returns with Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales. From the infamous case of the murderous mother Susan Smith to Iran's first known serial killer to a black magic murder ritual in Malaysia, Mitzi Szereto delivers a stellar group of international authors and their deadly true crime tales."

--Dan Zupansky, author and host of True Murder

"In Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales, Mitzi Szereto has compiled a series of fascinating stories featuring female killers. These tales describe in detail not only the crimes themselves--ones that take place in countries all over the world--but, perhaps more interesting, the backgrounds of these women and what drove them to commit these heinous acts. The authors of these stories tell them so well that I found myself empathizing with the murderesses, surprising myself. I recommend this enthralling book, but especially to those interested in understanding what drives an individual to murder."

--Carolina Garcia-Aguilera

"From ritual murder to serial killers, this book has it all. It's a must-read book for all fans of true crime. If you want to understand what drives a woman to kill, this is the book for you."

--Readers Favorite

"Mitzi Szereto has again pulled together a colorful bouquet of stories written by diverse authors. All stories make you think about the women's motives, whether you understand them or not. How far were they driven by societal constraints, patriarchy, poverty, and depression? Highly recommended reading!"

--Defrost