Best New True Crime Stories

This anthology explores the question of how emotions can lead to crimes of passion, obsession, and revenge, featuring true crime accounts and stories from real life. It includes tales from various times and places, showcasing why some individuals resort to crime to achieve satisfaction and retribution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 10 August 2021
Publisher: Mango Media

Obsession, unrequited love, jealousy, revenge, and violence intertwine in this captivating anthology, which has recently achieved the #1 New Release status in the categories of forensic science law, hoaxes & deceptions, and forensic psychology. The eerie and tantalizing nature of crimes of passion is explored, delving into the question of how someone dear to us can transform into a source of fear. This anthology presents a collection of compelling true crime accounts and stories that delve into the realm of obsession and vengeance.

Emotions, driven by love, passion, obsession, jealousy, and betrayal, have the power to elicit strange and unexpected reactions. Whether it's the pain of unrequited love or the intensity of a lover willing to go to any lengths to achieve their desires, even the most mild-mannered individuals can transform into vengeful spirits with dark intentions. These themes have been prevalent throughout history, from ancient Greek mythology to Shakespeare's Othello, but this anthology focuses on real-life stories.

A unique selection of stories has been specially curated for this book, offering readers a special glimpse into the world of true crime. The stories span across different regions and time periods, reflecting the diverse nature of this genre. As with all titles in the popular The Best New True Crime Stories series, this volume features original nonfiction accounts written by writers from various literary backgrounds. Prepare to immerse yourself in these twisted true tales of passion and unrequited love that have turned violent. Explore the reasons behind some individuals embracing their dark side, resorting to crime as a means to seek satisfaction and retribution.

If you enjoyed Mitzi's previous book in her series, The Best New True Crime Stories: Well-Mannered Crooks, Rogues, and Thieves, you are sure to relish this captivating anthology as well.

ISBN-13: 9781642506488