The usual suspects rub shoulders with little-known killers from around the globe in this surprising, disturbing, and thoroughly engaging collection of stories of lethal women, evil mothers, deadly lovers, and abuse victims driven to the brink. Essential reading for all true crime fans.
Dean Jobb, author of The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream
This exciting true crime anthology, finely edited by Mitzi Szereto, demonstrates that although women around the globe kill far less frequently than men, their murderous tales are often more compelling. Highly recommended!
Dr. Scott Bonn, author of Why We Love Serial Killers: The Curious Appeal of the Worlds Most Savage Murderers
Mitzi Szeretos expertise at assembling collections of true crime essays is on display in Women Who Murder, whose eclectic contents include stand-out essays by the likes of Cathy Pickens (a Southern Gothic mystery) and Ciaran Conliffe, who explores the legendary Ruth Snyder case.
Martin Edwards, crime writer
For those who like their true crime lean, mean, and multinational. Women Who Murder delivers bite-sized case studies both notorious and little known, but always addressing one overriding question: what drives a woman to kill? Editor Mitzi Szereto opens a Pandoras box-load of shockers, contributing her own essay about Irans first female serial murderer. Women Who Murder argues convincingly that homicide is not just a macho pastime. Expect many sequels.
Dennis McDougal, author of Mothers Day and Angel of Darkness
Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales does exactly what it says on the cover of this beautifully edited book by Mitzi Szereto. A must-read for all true crime readers bookshelves. An important contribution to crime literature. Very enjoyable.
Christopher Berry-Dee, the Worlds number-one true crime author
Editor and author Mitzi Szereto returns with Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales. From the infamous case of the murderous mother Susan Smith to Irans first known serial killer to a black magic murder ritual in Malaysia, Mitzi Szereto delivers a stellar group of international authors and their deadly true crime tales.
Dan Zupansky, author and host of True Murder
In Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales, Mitzi Szereto has compiled a series of fascinating stories featuring female killers. These tales describe in detail not only the crimes themselvesones that take place in countries all over the worldbut, perhaps more interesting, the backgrounds of these women and what drove them to commit these heinous acts. The authors of these stories tell them so well that I found myself empathizing with the murderesses, surprising myself. I recommend this enthralling book, but especially to those interested in understanding what drives an individual to murder.
Carolina Garcia-Aguilera
From ritual murder to serial killers, this book has it all. Its a must-read book for all fans of true crime. If you want to understand what drives a woman to kill, this is the book for you.
Readers Favorite
Mitzi Szereto has again pulled together a colorful bouquet of stories written by diverse authors. All stories make you think about the womens motives, whether you understand them or not. How far were they driven by societal constraints, patriarchy, poverty, and depression? Highly recommended reading!
Defrosting Cold Cases
Each case study offers a unique puzzle, challenging readers to question their preconceived notions of gender and criminality. Through these unsettling narratives, the book sheds light on the complexities of human behavior and the darkness that can lurk within anyone. Don't miss this chilling exploration of the female psyche and the true crime genre's underexplored territory.
Horror Fuel
A diverse group of international authors share an array of deadly true crime tales in the anthology Women Who Murder, edited by Mitzi Szereto The writers traverse the world and dip back into history to come up with stories that chillingly explore the darkest corners of human nature.
The Crime Fiction Lover Rap Sheet
The memorable characters we meet in Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales include a sex-crazed Nazi, an Indian cyanide killer, a failed Malaysian singer who finds fame as a murderer, and an Australian who skins her victim and stews his head. The cases underscore the differences in the sexes when it comes to killing; while men typically reach for a gun, women can be much more creative.
Dan Williams, reviewer, #1 True Crime Book Club
Women Who Murder is a welcome addition to the series edited by Mitzi Szereto that should be the first of many more on lady killers editions worldwide.
Midwest Book Review
Szereto points out that men and women do kill differently and often for different reasons.... Many women, particularly those labeled as Black Widows, do so for the money, though thats not the only reason. Sometimes its the only way to get rid of a threatening boyfriend or spouse or because of jealousy, love, and hate. But kill they do. And in this fascinating read, we learn about 14 women who did.
New York Journal of Books
Mitzi Szeretos Women Who Murder is a captivating and thought-provoking addition to the true crime genre, offering a fresh perspective on the phenomenon of female violence. Through a diverse range of cases and compelling storytelling, Szereto explores the complexities of these crimes, challenging readers to confront their assumptions and biases. Whether youre a true crime enthusiast or simply intrigued by the mysteries of the human psyche, Women Who Murder is sure to captivate and disturb in equal measure.
Women Talking UK
Mitzi Szeretos collection, Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales, does not disappoint on any level. Im not just going to recommend this volume: Id urge you to go and check out her extensive back catalogue of true crime where she repeatedly proves herself to have a masterful understanding of what readers want from the genre.
Mystery Tribune
This true crime anthology shows the darkest side of what women are capable of. Mitzi flips the script, showcasing the chilling stories of deadly women, spanning eras and continents, who defy expectations and yield dangerous weapons while doing so, giving their male opposites a run for their money.
She Reads
Readers of true crime will enjoy this collection of stories. For me, this was definitely a different take on the genre, a good read, and I even learned a thing or two... Excellent. 5 out of 5 stars.
The Itinerant Librarian
Be sure to read it!
Spectrum Queer
Many of the chapters looked at relevant social and cultural issues attached to the cases.... The collection had a wide variety of stories to tell.
Cross Examining Crime
Women Who Murder: An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales is the latest in Mitzi Szeretos excellent series of anthologies and contains true crime cases about female killers from around the world, including Mitzis own contribution about Irans first-known female serial killer.
Choice magazine
