Editora: BookRix
Uncensored Hollywood offers an eclectic mix of strange goings on in Tinseltown through the decades. Scandal, murder, racism, feuds, unsolved mysteries, plastic surgery, bizarre deaths, gossip, and weird facts about Hollywood in all eras. Get ready for an uncensored trawl through the history of Hollywood!
Step into the chilling depths of the mind of one of history's most infamous serial killers. The Monster Clown unravels the disturbing psychobiography of John Wayne Gacy, the seemingly ordinary man who hid monstrous darkness behind the painted smile of a clown. This book explores Gacy's twisted double life through gripping psychological analysis and haunting true-crime storytelling — from his respectable community presence to the horrifying crimes that shocked the world. Delve into the formative experiences, psychological patterns, and hidden traumas that shaped his descent into violence while uncovering the chilling realities behind his mask of deception. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts, criminology scholars, and those fascinated by the complexities of the human psyche, The Monster Clown offers an unflinching examination of evil. Its haunting question is: What drives a man to commit unimaginable horrors?Ver livro
Step inside the darkest corners of the human mind with True Crime Files: 30 Real Murder Cases, Unsolved Mysteries & Deception Stories. This audiobook takes you on a gripping journey through thirty shocking true-crime cases that shook the world. Each chapter reveals a story more haunting than the last — from cold-blooded murders and chilling disappearances to twisted lies that fooled everyone. These are not fiction. These are real cases, real victims, and real killers, told with raw honesty and gripping narration that keeps you listening long after you press play. Discover how ordinary people became monsters. Follow investigators as they piece together impossible clues. Uncover the deceptions that hid in plain sight. Every story exposes the psychology of crime — the manipulation, obsession, and darkness that drive people to kill. Whether you’re fascinated by unsolved mysteries, obsessed with criminal psychology, or simply love stories that reveal the truth behind evil — this collection will pull you in and never let go. Perfect for fans of Mindhunter, Making a Murderer, or Serial, True Crime Files delivers the same intensity, suspense, and shocking revelations in every chapter. 🎧 Why listeners love it:Real murder cases told with cinematic detail and human emotionBalanced mix of solved crimes and still-unsolved mysteriesDeep psychological insight into the minds of killers and deceiversProfessional, clear, and immersive narration by Yash Get ready for a dark, addictive, and eye-opening experience. Press play — and enter a world where every truth hides a secret, and every mystery hides a killer.Ver livro
Sunday Times bestselling author Christopher Berry-Dee seeks to understand the motivation, the amoral urges and the merciless horror behind Dahmer's inhuman behaviourSunday Times bestselling author Christopher Berry-Dee is the man who talks to serial killers. A world-renowned investigative criminologist, he has gained the trust of murderers across the world, entered their high security prisons, and discussed in detail their shocking crimes. Berry-Dee now delves into the mind of perhaps the most sadistic and psychopathic killer of all time.Between 1978 and 1991, Jeffrey Dahmer murdered and dismembered seventeen boys and men. But he is most notorious for what happened to his victims after their grisly deaths and the shocking depravity that led to Dahmer being dubbed the ‘Milwaukee Cannibal’.Using his long experience and psychological expertise, Berry-Dee seeks to understand the motivation, the amoral urges and the merciless horror behind Dahmer's inhuman behaviour: what could make a man do this?Ver livro
Lying, the deliberate act of communicating false information, has been a part of human behavior for centuries. It is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that plays a role in many aspects of life, from personal relationships to politics, business, and beyond. While most people recognize lying as morally wrong, it remains a pervasive and unavoidable part of the human experience. This chapter will explore the nature of lying, the different types of lies, and why people engage in this behavior. At its core, lying involves providing information that the speaker knows to be false, with the intent to deceive the listener. Unlike mistakes or misunderstandings, lies are intentional and often involve a conscious decision to mislead. Lying can take many forms, ranging from small, seemingly harmless "white lies" to more harmful and deliberate fabrications designed to achieve personal gain or avoid consequences. While some lies may appear trivial, others can have significant consequences, leading to broken trust, damaged relationships, or even harm to others. The act of lying is not limited to individuals but can also be embedded in larger societal and cultural practices. From politicians who manipulate public opinion to corporations that mislead consumers about the quality of their products, deception is often employed as a tool to achieve power, influence, or financial success. Understanding the motivations behind lying is key to understanding its prevalence and persistence in society. People lie for various reasons: to protect themselves, to avoid punishment, to gain an advantage, or to spare others' feelings. The reasons behind a lie often depend on the context and the perceived consequences of telling the truth.Ver livro
There are few cases in American history as well known as Sacco and Vanzetti, and perhaps none of them were as controversial or socially charged as the trials against the two Italian immigrants in the early 20th century. The two avowed anarchists were ultimately tried and executed for murder and armed robbery, but the case said as much about the society trying them as it did about their guilt or innocence. Over 90 years later, there is still a heated debate over whether the two men, who arduously asserted their innocence, were actually guilty. There has been no shortage of shocking crimes and trials that generated frenzied coverage across America, but few can lay claim to “crime of the century” like the murder carried out by Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb in 1924. While studying as young adults at the prestigious University of Chicago, Leopold and Loeb devised a meticulous plot to kidnap and murder a child while managing to get away with ransom money, thereby perpetrating what they considered a “perfect crime.” The crime was horrific enough, but the trial brought even more attention to the case, and it touched on several crucial issues. Both young men cited the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche as a motivation for attempting to commit the crime and prove they were better than the common man. On March 1, 1932, 20 month old Charles Lindbergh, Jr. was kidnapped right out of his crib from the family’s home in rural East Amwell, New Jersey, and for 10 long weeks, the nation hoped and prayed in chorus with the distraught parents for his safe return. Both Charles and his pregnant wife Anne made frequent, public pleas for their son’s safe return, while ransom negotiations took place between a self-identified kidnapper and Dr. John F. Condon, a volunteer intermediary. On April 2, the Lindbergh family paid a ransom of $50,000 in exchange for information about the child's whereabouts, but the information was false.Ver livro
Female Serial Killers Through Time The fair sex. We've often heard this clichéd 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. 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.Ver livro
