True Crime Casebook: Serial Killers

by Leo Moynihan

Investigate 27 horrifying cases in the recent history of true crime…

This book presents some of the most disturbing cases of the past hundred and fifty years, and the people who solved them. Each compelling case combines an account of what happened with contemporary photos that help set the scene.

Cases include: Jack the Ripper and his reign of terror, Fred and Rosemary West’s House of Horrors, John Wayne Gacy, the Killer Clown and Alexander Pichushkin, the Chessboard Killer.

Why did they kill and why did they initially avoid detection? Investigate the theories surrounding the case, media commentary and follow the trials. Look at forensic evidence and find out how the case was solved…

Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime, History, Crime

176 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2022

Reviews

[Linnie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Although I am quite fond of this book, it could have more details to the cases, in my opinion.

[Micki Lou Price · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very good book and gave good insight to those who would seek to destroy others. Short 'chapters' for each killer made it easy to read and easy to follow. I would recommend this to anyone who has a want to read about serial killers and I very much enjoyed it. The only downside to this book is that I have read other books about this subject so some of the cases were not new to me.

[✨Lauryn✨📖 · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you love true crime, True Crime Casebook is a must-read. Each chapter dives into infamous cases with enough detail to fascinate without being overly graphic. I loved the mix of well-known and lesser-known cases — it’s a perfect intro for newcomers and a quick refresher for seasoned fans. Gripping, informative, and morbidly fascinating. 🔍📖

[Jenna Ball · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought it was a really great book with enough of a synopsis about each case to make it interesting. It also added cases from abroad (outside the U.S.), which I was not aware of at the time of reading.

[maddie hennessy · Rating 3 out of 5]

quick read!

each case is only a few pages long, making it a great book for a true crime beginner. I however, was disappointed in the lack of details provided and it left out key components and rushed through most of the cases. I have looked extensively into a few of these cases and what I’ve read is definitely not the full story. But, people new to the genre can always use these brief cases to look into further research if a certain case strikes their interests. The book includes the notorious cases (Bundy, Dahmer, Jack the Ripper) and many more

[James Rhodes · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick whistle stop tour through infamous serials killers which provides a simplistic overview of their crimes. For me, there was a mixture of familiar and lesser known cases.

Although detailed for each short passage, the book seems a quick put together. It could have used a final check over to avoid the few grammatical errors.

If you are interested in true crime, I would probably recommend a book with greater depth.

[Susan Blissett · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting look at some of history’s most infamous serial killers and the people who helped to bring the culprits to justice. It was fascinating to read about each case, the mistakes that were made by the police in some cases, how DNA evidence helped in later investigations and how the murderers were brought to justice. The photographs, maps and layout added interest also. A little more detail on some cases would have added to this book.

[Jessica Ogram · Rating 2 out of 5]

On the front of the book it says ‘history’s most infamous cases and the people who solved them’ but I must say barely anything was about the people who solved them so I found that to be quite misleading. I like the fact pictures and maps were included. And I liked how we learned everything we needed to however it was never too gruesome or gory in its descriptions. It had good structure and was written fine. But I just really think it was misleading and pretty basic.

[Lexi Coats · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is very interesting and I talked about cases that I have never heard about but I was glad that I was educated on these cases. The only bad thing I would say is I wish it went more in depth, because each case was just about 4-6 pages each but there was a total of 27 cases dated back all the way to the 1800s to present day so that was very cool.

[Harley O'Dell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this book a lot, I found it very interesting and useful since I'd like to be a forensic scientist or investigator when I am older. These pictures were so fascinating. The only improvement I would give is to talk about the cases longer which probably isn't possible for the sheer volume of cases in this book. I'd recommend it if you're interested in true crime.

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

There's not much to say on this one. It's a recap of the crimes of serial killers through the last century or so. It's morbidly fascinating, minimally gruesome for those who don't want gore, and well researched. I enjoyed reading it (not the right sentiment but you get what I mean)

[Olivia · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️

There were quite a few errors, typos and inconsistencies throughout however it was an interesting read and I was happy to see cases from around the globe and not just the most popular British and American Serial Killer cases.

[Cleo Cole · Rating 1 out of 5]

"Edward Kemper the Co-ed Butcher"

If you're going to copy and paste information into a book then at least make sure the information is correct. A lot of false information, skims over details.. Better off watching a netflix documentary

[Alana · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was really good and interesting to learn all about serial killers through history!!

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good insight into serial killers through the years and the findings and failings of the police force some cases are very graphic so not for the squeamish.

[Annette Campos · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting read about different Serial Killers around the world.

[Emblue26 Mac · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book shows you what people are capable of

[Aubree R · Rating 3 out of 5]

Average (not in a bad way). Not amazing but not boring. Just right

[Maisie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good informative, summary of the worlds top serial killers, however missing some details that would be interesting and some others that could be in the book.

[Tash · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is quite interesting. It's nice to see it has cases from a wide variety of locations and times. I thought there was a good amount of detail. The cases show a lot of police in competence.

[Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another style of Leo Moynihan book I love. I like the simplicity of the layouts and the divisions in the book. Gave a great overview of many serial killers.

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was so good but it would’ve been better if there was a little bit more information about some of them

[Melissa Durst · Rating 4 out of 5]

I actually read Deadly Doctors but it's not listed here. DD was good but it was mostly nurses.

[Lewis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loveddddd it

[KatieLou1]

I would have preferred more background detail of the cases.