TRUE CRIME AND HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY: UNSOLVED CRIMES, COLD CASES, AND THE PROFILERS WHO READ THE CLUES

by Michael Gillette

The killer left no fingerprints. No witnesses. No motive.
But behavior always leaves a trail.

Step inside the minds of criminals, and the experts trained to catch them. In this gripping collection of true crime stories where psychology becomes the ultimate investigative tool. True Crime & Human Psychology delves into real unsolved cases, chilling cold cases, and breakthrough moments where criminal profilers uncovered what others had missed.

From serial offenders to outliers, cult leaders to mission-driven killers, each chapter reveals how behavioral science, victimology, and human intuition helped turn silence into evidence; and fear into justice.

✔️ Featuring lesser-known but unforgettable cases
✔️ Expert insights into profiling, patterns, and forensic psychology
✔️ Cold cases reexamined through a psychological lens
✔️ Suspenseful narratives, thoughtful analysis

Whether you're fascinated by criminal minds, drawn to unsolved mysteries, or curious about the quiet brilliance behind modern profiling, this book will pull you in and keep you thinking long after the last page.

Because every crime tells a story, if you know how to listen.

182 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 11, 2025

About the author

Michael Gillette is an American artist and illustrator.

Reviews

[Lytleton Bollers · Rating 5 out of 5]

True Crime and Human Psychology. by Michael Gillette is a thrilling and educational read for anyone interested in true crime.
The author delves into his vast knowledge from his many years in law enforcement, to examine the skill and tactics used by profilers in viewing crime scenes from different angles as they try to get into the minds of the perpetrator.
The book keeps you in awe as the author examines real cases, some of which went unsolved for years, and the different behavior patterns of the criminal mind, as he finds justification for his actions.
The author also offers a guide in looking for clues to a crime, that can be used by anyone, from an amateur crime fighter to the professional.

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'd heard about profilers before reading this book but didn't know much about them. This book covers what profiles do and how the job can affect their lives. There are real-life examples of cold cases that were solved after a profiler was called to investigate. At the end, the author provides an appendix with tips on how readers can spot patterns. If you like non-fiction books about solving crimes, this book is a good one to read.

[Timothy Baldwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thought Provoking and Informative

This is a surprisingly easy and engaging read. After the background chapters in profiling, the author dives right into cases. In narrative and true crime format, he pulls the reader into each case. Then he provides the profiler’s analysis. This is a must read for any fan of true crime and crime fiction. Authors of this genre would do well to grab a copy of this book for reference.

[T L Oestmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Already reviewed this once; but I really enjoyed the writing style as well as the information.

[Mel Heeney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic read with lots of information. Well presented and written