Inside the Mind of Rose West by Jeremy Daniel and Tanya Farber offers a unique and poignant perspective on one of the most infamous criminal cases. This book stands out because it focuses on giving the victims their own voice, rather than merely recounting the horrific crimes committed against them. This approach brings depth and humanity to the narrative, honouring the lives and stories of those affected.

The book also provides new information, for exam0ple adding clarity to some of the evidence that reveals it was from one of the lodgers at 25 Cromwell Street. This additional detail enriches the overall understanding of the case. However, given the extensive coverage of the crimes over the years, it remains incredibly challenging to truly comprehend the mind of Rose West. The authors navigate this complexity with sensitivity, but the enigma of her psyche continues to baffle.

Overall, Inside the Mind of Rose West is a compelling read that offers fresh insights and a respectful tribute to the victims. For those familiar with the case, it provides additional layers of detail and a different perspective, while acknowledging the limitations of fully understanding such a profoundly disturbing mind.

3.5 stars, rounded up because, like, close enough, right?

This book is a deep dive into the horror show that was Rose West’s life. I learned so much that I didn’t know before, and you can tell the research was on point. But honestly? It left me wanting more. Like, what was even going on in her head? That part stayed a mystery, which was kind of frustrating. I was really hoping for a peek into her twisted brain, but nope, that door stayed firmly shut.

That said, it wasn’t overly gory, which I appreciated (I’m not here for the full-on nightmare fuel). But wow, the whole thing just left me feeling so bad for everyone who got let down by, well, everything.

Big thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion! 💕

3.5 ✨

I lived fairly local to this area in the early 90s, and remember the news breaking on the case.
It was horrific, as any serial killer (or murder) is.
The media frenzy made you aware of a lot of the details, but not everything.
This takes a closer look, and I've come away just sad at how the victims and the children were let down.
So many times things could have gone so differently.
Whilst this tells me a lot of background information on Rose West I didnt know, I'm not sure I felt it covered what might have been going on in her mind, no insights as such.
Clearly we'll researched, but I felt it didn't revel in the gruesome details.
Not enjoyable, but very informative.

I have read manority of books about Fred and Rose West. This was another informative and deeper dive into the mind of the psychotic mother. This was another informative interesting read and I enjoyed it.

Inside the Mind of Rose West by Jeremy Daniel : Tanya Farber

When I saw this it was a big decision to actual read it . I felt a little tawdry and possibly uneasy , but pick it up I did .
It's a very thorough and horrifically researched and not an easy read , and whilst ( because of the subject ) I cannot say I enjoyed it , it's definitely worth reading to remember the horrors of what went on .