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10 Best True Crime Books That Will Keep You Up at Night (2026)

Explore the most gripping true crime books covering infamous cases, cold cases, and investigative journalism. From serial killers to unsolved mysteries, these are the essential reads for true crime enthusiasts.


Books & Affiliate Links

#TitleBest ForPriceISBN/ASINAmazon Link
1In Cold Blood by Truman CapoteLiterary true crime fans$160679745580Buy on Amazon
2I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamaraGolden State Killer case$170062319795Buy on Amazon
3Helter Skelter by Vincent BugliosiManson Family history$18039308700XBuy on Amazon
4The Devil in the White City by Erik LarsonHistorical true crime$160375725601Buy on Amazon
5Mindhunter by John E. DouglasFBI profiling insights$181501191969Buy on Amazon
6The Stranger Beside Me by Ann RuleTed Bundy biography$171982112352Buy on Amazon
7American Predator by Maureen CallahanIsrael Keyes case$170525428283Buy on Amazon
8If You Tell by Gregg OlsenFamily abuse survivor story$161542005221Buy on Amazon
9Lost Girls by Robert KolkerLong Island serial killer$170062183656Buy on Amazon
10Killers of the Flower Moon by David GrannOsage murders investigation$180307742482Buy on Amazon

Book Details

1. In Cold Blood by Truman Capote

2. I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara

3. Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi

4. The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson

5. Mindhunter by John E. Douglas

6. The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule

7. American Predator by Maureen Callahan

8. If You Tell by Gregg Olsen

9. Lost Girls by Robert Kolker

10. Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

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