This book masters the blend of engaging narrative and harrowing non-fiction that is key to a readable true crime book. Outlining the life and crimes of Graham Young, one of the youngest Broadmoor inmates who’s expertise in poison made him one of Britain’s most dangerous serial killers.
The book is well researched and structured going into detail about each stage of his life and exploring the conflicting narratives that are shared about him as well as the different impacts on his family. It also concludes with a wider understanding and exploration of what the cases meant for the future of the legal system and criminals’ mental health.
Carol Ann Lee’s writing is very gripping and readable and they have put the book together to make it as compelling as fiction but it is densely populated with first-person accounts and well researched sources making it a great work of true crime.
The book is well researched and structured going into detail about each stage of his life and exploring the conflicting narratives that are shared about him as well as the different impacts on his family. It also concludes with a wider understanding and exploration of what the cases meant for the future of the legal system and criminals’ mental health.
Carol Ann Lee’s writing is very gripping and readable and they have put the book together to make it as compelling as fiction but it is densely populated with first-person accounts and well researched sources making it a great work of true crime.