Behold the Monster: Confronting America's Most Prolific Serial Killer

Jillian Lauren's book "Conversations with a Psychopath" is a true crime account that tells the story of her harrowing interviews with America's most prolific serial killer, Samuel Little, who confessed to the murders of ninety-three women. The book blends gruesome forensic details with tender domestic moments and is a unique and disturbing thrill ride for true crime fans.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Fearless and fierce, this book transcends a crime story to become a story that threatens social order. Michael Connelly's writing is captivating, with intricate plotlines and well-developed characters that keep readers engaged from start to finish. Jennifer Egan's novel is a tale of horror that is also humane and self-aware, exploring the darkest corners of the human psyche while remaining relatable and thought-provoking. Lauren's film-noir style of American prose transports readers to the seedy backstreets of the Rust Belt, creating a vivid and immersive experience. The Daily Mail praised her book as "Book of the Week," highlighting its unique and disturbing thrill ride. Publishers Weekly also praised her work, describing it as "wildly original" and a "panoramic tale of America's worst serial killer." The Sun described the book as "chilling," while the Daily Telegraph praised it for blending gruesome forensic details with tender domestic moments.

Jillian Lauren set out to research a serial killer for a novel, but her experience took a dark turn when she began exchanging letters with Samuel Little in prison. Little confessed to the murders of ninety-three women, making him America's most prolific serial killer. In the hours of harrowing interviews that followed, Lauren gained the trust of a monster and was able to piece together the chilling details of his crimes.

The investigations into Little's crimes escalated, and the disturbing relationship between Lauren and Little took its toll on both psychologically and legally. However, Lauren couldn't stop her pursuit of the truth. Conversations with a psychopath, intertwined with intensely personal experience and the stories of those killed for the first time, result in an unforgettable true crime account.

Behold the Monster is a journey into the mind and murderer that shocked the world, but one that ultimately lifts the lives of the victims with such grace that we cannot look away. Lauren's writing is powerful and evocative, drawing readers into the lives of the victims and the killer. The book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of empathy.

In conclusion, Fearless and fierce, this book transcends a crime story to become a story that threatens social order. Michael Connelly's writing is captivating, with intricate plotlines and well-developed characters that keep readers engaged from start to finish. Jennifer Egan's novel is a tale of horror that is also humane and self-aware, exploring the darkest corners of the human psyche while remaining relatable and thought-provoking. Lauren's film-noir style of American prose transports readers to the seedy backstreets of the Rust Belt, creating a vivid and immersive experience. The Daily Mail praised her book as "Book of the Week," highlighting its unique and disturbing thrill ride. Publishers Weekly also praised her work, describing it as "wildly original" and a "panoramic tale of America's worst serial killer." The Sun described the book as "chilling," while the Daily Telegraph praised it for blending gruesome forensic details with tender domestic moments. Jillian Lauren's journey into the mind of a serial killer is unforgettable, and her book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of empathy.

Weight: 620g
Dimension: 232 x 154 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472148001