25 True Crime Books You Won’t Be Able to Put Down

The best true crime books of all time

Are you one of those people who get the ultimate thrill from immersing themselves in spooky, thought-provoking, real-life investigations? Do you binge true crime documentaries the day they release on Netflix? Then these true crime books are for you.

Our roundup of the best true crime books of all time will take you from the Victorian era to contemporary times. The list includes works from Pulitzer Prize–winning journalists, books that have been adapted into TV series and hit films, and books that garnered top reviews from thousands of fans. You’ll come across best sellers, insider takes, and classics from the genre. You’ll also find these true crime books have something else to offer: great writing that keeps you hooked from page one.

If you get too scared, take a break with one of best books of all time or the best biographies, best nonfiction books, and best thriller books. You may also prefer fantastic historical fiction to keep you entertained. But if you really want to be scared senseless and creeped out beyond reason, look to the best true crime books. After all, the only thing more disturbing than fictional horror is real life.

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