Lizbeth of Maplecroft: Confessions of Lizzie Borden

by Jessica Michaels

At her beloved Maplecroft, with the signs of death rattling in her breast, Lizbeth “Lizzie” Borden asks to speak with her dearest friend. There are things she must get off her chest before she departs this world.

Thirty-five years earlier the nation was gripped by the notorious Borden Axe Murders - brutally savage, committed in broad daylight in an occupied house, while leaving no conclusive evidence linking to the killer or a motive. It was a crime of intense passion fueled by either hatred or love…or perhaps, both.

Explore the cold edges of humanity as Lizbeth relives that intense time period of her life.

Will Lizzie’s deathbed confession reveal a loving daughter burdened with remorse or a coldblooded murderess?

Kindle Edition

Published July 1, 2022

Reviews

[Ellie Midwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve always been a fan of true crime, so as soon as I came across “Confessions of Lizzie Borden,” I just had to pick it up. It was everything that I expected and even more. Thoroughly researched and written in such a way that it’ll send chills down your spine, it’s an intimate glimpse into the psyche of one of the most infamous ax killers of all time. Along with Lizzie, you will discover dark family secrets, understand the reasons behind the conflict that drove her to murder and watch her unravel to the point of no return. It’s dark and absolutely riveting. If you’re a true crime fan like me, you won’t be able to get enough of it.

[Jonnie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting perspective and style

I really liked the way the author shifted between past and present. Lizzie is the most unreliable narrator but her interactions with her unnamed companions make her almost sympathetic. I found their chapters to be very tender and they left me wanting more. I wish this novella were longer.

[David Boiani · Rating 4 out of 5]

haunting take on chilling murders

Such an original piece of writing. The author takes you inside the mind of Lizzie Borden as she ponders and then executes the chilling murder of her stepmother and father. This is a truly dark and riveting story that reads like a documentary. If you were ever intrigued by the mysterious and horrible story of Lizzie Borden, this is a book for you.

[Cherime MacFarlane · Rating 5 out of 5]

After all these years, it's still one of those footnotes of history that chill the blood yet seem to lead to more questions than answers. What happened in that house? Why? A well written book and an easy read based on one of the more compelling crimes of that era.

[Francesca Wynter · Rating 5 out of 5]

The very best I've ever read in Lizzie's words

Finally a book in Lizzie's words that is unputdownable a journey into Lizzie's mind fascinating enthralling and set in reality

[Steph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This was a great read full of.suspense and full of poetic beauty. I wish I could.read this all over for the first time.