Books like The butcher by Philip Carlo

A chilling, factual account of the 1959 shotgun murders of the Clutter family in Holcomb, Kansas, where four members were killed with no clear motive or clues.

John Douglas reveals the hidden motives behind violent crime, examining the psychology of serial killers, mass murderers, and ordinary people who commit horrific acts.

Ann Rule’s true‑crime biography exposes the chilling rise of serial killer Ted Bundy and the devastating realization she faced when she discovered the killer was her friend.

A murder‑for‑hire assassin kills a senator, becomes a target to his employers, and is pursued by a Justice Department analyst who uncovers a deadly conspiracy.

A detailed biography of Michael Jackson, tracing his life and career through interviews and exclusive access to his family and close associates.

The Black Hand traces the rise of Mexican Mafia through the eyes of Rene "Boxer" Enriquez, revealing its brutality, power, and the betrayals that haunt a life devoted to crime.

Gaspipe tells the full story of Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso, the former Lucchese family boss whose life of crime—drug trafficking, racketeering, and alliances with Russian mobsters—ended in federal prison after he became an informant.

Over the years there have been many books published about the Kennedy family, individually and collectively. But only this book provides a powerful and detailed look at the complex relationships shared between the three women who were not born Kennedy but who married into the family: Jackie Bouvier, Ethel Skakel, and Joan Bennett. For each of the Kennedy wives, the Camelot years provided an entirely different experience of life lessons. These were the years when Jackie's dreams became reality, but at a hefty price. For Ethel, these were years of frustration where her dreams of being First Lady were dashed and she sank into a deep depression. For Joan, her years as a Kennedy wife were the most confusing of her life, and she is now a recovering alcoholic. This fascinating story is set against a panorama of explosive American history, as the women cope with Jack's and Bobby's alleged affairs with Marilyn Monroe, their tragic assassinations, and other tragedies and scandals. Whether dealing with their husbands' blatant infidelities, stumping for their many political campaigns, touring the world to promote their family's legacy or raising their children, the Kennedy wives did it all with grace, style, and dignity. In the end, JACKIE, ETHEL, JOAN is a story of redemption and great courage.

Michael Finkel chronicles the bizarre tale of Christian Longo, a Ten‑Most‑Wanted killer who assumed his identity, and their months‑long exchange of letters and interviews that unravel a series of crimes and truth‑distortions.

A groundbreaking biography of Queen Jezebel, the controversial queen of Israel who sparked religious wars and brought about the fall of a nation.

The story of Grace Kelly, a princess who was unexpectedly swept away by Prince Rainier, and the challenges of royal life and marriage in the 1930s in Monaco.

A factual account of Robert "Willie" Pickton, a Canadian serial killer who was convicted of murdering over forty women.

Elizabeth Edwards shares her inspiring story of resilience and grace after facing adversity, both in her personal life and as a politician, in her debut memoir for adults and a nonfiction bestseller for teens.

Kenny Gallo’s gripping memoir traces his rise from a crime‑savvy youth in California to a feared gangster, porn mogul, and undercover FBI agent, exposing the intertwining worlds of the mob, cocaine trade, and adult entertainment.

In his memoir, Albert DeMeo reveals the conflicted life of growing up as the son of the notorious Gambino Mafia killer Roy DeMeo, detailing the hidden legacy of organized crime in New York.

Turner, Ted. Call Me Ted: A Personal History.

Louis Ferrante’s memoir follows his rapid rise from teenage street hijacker to a high-ranking Gambino mobster, his decade-long incarceration, and a transformative journey into writing, religion, and legal advocacy.

Eric Konigsberg’s gripping family history unfolds the lurid rise of his notorious ‘Uncle Heshy,’ the legendary Mafia enforcer who spent decades on the run.

The Mafia Encyclopedia, Third Edition, Carl Sifakis once again provides a fascinating survey of the mob's most influential perpetrators and personalities, including their hangouts and hideaways, their plays for power, their schemes and crimes, and their unique culture and jargon.

In graphic novel format, tells the life story of Christopher Columbus and his discovery of the Americas.

A powerful call to action from one of our nation's most visionary leaders, Elizabeth Warren, as she recounts her six perspectives on the fight for social justice and change.

Thirty years after Seattle police chief Edward Shank ended the reign of the infamous 'Beacon Hill Butcher', his grandson Matt and his girlfriend Sam follow new evidence that the true killer is still at large, uncovering dark family secrets in the process.