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The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd

Jana Bommersbach
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The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

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Jana Bommersbach

The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

317

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Phoenix, Arizona • 1930s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd by Jana Bommersbach explores the life of Winnie Ruth Judd, a person involved in a notorious 1931 murder case. The book delves into societal and legal influences, aiming to shed light on the events leading to the crime and its aftermath, without focusing solely on the sensational aspects.

Dark

Mysterious

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.1

918 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jana Bommersbach's The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd offers a gripping narrative of a notorious 1930s crime. Praised for its in-depth research and compelling storytelling, the book immerses readers in historical intrigue. Some reviewers noted its dense details might overwhelm, but it's a must-read for true crime enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd?

Readers interested in true crime and historical mysteries would enjoy The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd. Fans of In Cold Blood by Truman Capote or Devil in the White City by Erik Larson, who appreciate meticulous research and narrative-driven accounts of crime, will find this book captivating.

4.1

918 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

317

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Phoenix, Arizona • 1930s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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