Hell Hath No Fury: Women Who Kill

by Les Macdonald, Tristan MacDonald

Hell Hath No Women Who Kill is the first book in the Hell Hath No Fury series which now consists of seven titles. The series so far holds more than 240 chapters with 45 of them coming in this first book about women who have committed the act of murder. Part Women Who Kill Their Children features 21 stories on mothers who have murdered their own children. The high profile cases such as Susan Smith and Andrea Yates are here but also some that you may not have heard of. Part Women Who Kill Their Husbands has 10 chapters including the Anti Freeze Killer and the Black Widow of the Internet. Part More Notorious Murders by Women has eight more cases including A Fatal Attraction and Hell Born Hitchhiker. The book concludes with Part Some Younger Females Who Kill which features six chapters including Girls Just Want To Have Fun and The Killer and His Raven. The second book in the series, Hell Hath No Fury 2: More Women Who Kill was released in December 2014.

Genres: True Crime, Nonfiction

285 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 27, 2013

Reviews

[Bettye McKee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interested in true crime?

This book is a treasure chest of true crime for a reader just entering the true crime world. There are 45 chapters of brief descriptions of women who kill. Many of these are mainstream cases which were covered heavily by the media. A few were depicted in movies.

[Sandra Burns · Rating 5 out of 5]

From all across the world.

Excellent read. These stories were from all over the world. some I had heard of, read books on. Others, not. All interesting and also had photos!! Photos make a good read into an excellent one, IMHO.

[Beth Shuler · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well written

As always this author always writes well! The only reason I gave it less stars is because I believe that he should of written about some new women! It seems that the same cases are written about over and over! I think if it was at least some where about women we never heard of it would off been more original! Other then that I believe that it was a good read!! As I said earlier if I see this author I already know its going to be well written. He is also very good at making the audience feel as if we are or were there in some way! Hews able to def draw the audience in and a lot of authors can not do this! Keep up the great work and I hope soon you will have another book on someone or some people that isn't covered in so many books! But I must admit I will still read it any way as he is one of my favorites!!!

[ᥫ᭡ Halloween Ghostie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Most of the beginnings of this book, circulate the disturbing kills and penalties of women who have killed their children. The last portions are women in general, many whom I didn’t know of and you gain knowledge of who they are from their crimes.

[Traci Briggs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting true crime stories

The stories in this book are straight to the point and don't carry on like a lot of true crime books do. Can't wait to read the next one

[Wulfwyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hell Hath No Fury is a fascinating look at female murderers. We tend to think of women as the nurturers so we are stunned when we hear of these cases. Some of the murders in this book you will instantly remember. Others, it was the first time I heard of them. A number of the cases in this book are mothers who kill their children for reasons that range from postpartum depression/psychosis to straight out narcissism. I think we find these types of murders the hardest to take. Children should be safe in their homes. Parents should be protectors. Too often they are not. I appreciate the authors bringing up postpartum depression/psychosis. I think this is a subject we all need to learn more about. Many women have postpartum depression after giving birth. What is it that makes the difference between those who get past the depression and recover and those who slip into psychosis? What factor is present that some women step over the line and kill their child? I have the most difficulty with those who kill multiple children over the course of a few years. How does this happen? Is it really postpartum psychosis? Does the mother never come out of it? I mean how do you kill your child, then get pregnant, give birth, kill that child and repeat yet again? Do you never think about what you did? Is there no remorse that prevents you from even taking that chance of getting pregnant again? There are so many unanswered questions or unsatisfactory ones that books such as this are necessary reading. They bring up what was down and make you question, wonder, think. They require a response, an accounting, research. History forgotten is history repeated. Then there are the others in here. Women who kill out of jealousy or for greed. We all deal with some form of jealousy at some point and even the rich sometimes want more yet we all are not out there committing murders, though, in reality, we are all capable. What is the difference? This is what makes true crime fascinating to me. Perhaps, to me, the most chilling chapter of this book is the last. Youth who murder. Are we becoming a more violent society? Are we losing our moral compass? The cases in this book make me wonder if our children, (society on the whole), are capable of feeling empathy. What needs to be done to prevent the violence from rising? This book will bring these questions to you. The cases are horrifying, chilling and even baffling. Excellent book to open up discussions on society and violence. If you think women who kill are a rarity or that they kill in less horrifying ways than a man, read this book.

[Frances L Dobbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

The things you learn...

I gene reading about killers and true real life crimes.. This book gave me chills at certain points. I've heard of many of these crimes that are in this book, but never paid enough attention to the details I guess. I'm shocked and amazed at the thinking process and actions of these killers. Being a female, I've lost my temper from time to time, it happens.. Never have I ever thought about taking these actions that they did. I have two beautiful children, and Lord knows they can work a nerve like nobody's business!! I would never, could never harm my children!! It simply amazes me that these people can do this and not think twice about it.
The details and information in this book is spot on, and I'm positive you will finish with just as many chills as I received.. Excellent reading, and I'm looking forward to other books by this author.

[Kaylie Sudlow · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I loved about this book was the introduction of new stories I had not heard of. That is what makes the difference between 3 stars and 5. It had the usual high profile women and then ones that would only be know to the country or county/state that it happened in. I also liked the way that the author chose to do it in different chapters to do with the different victims they had.

All in all a great read. I would definitely recommend it!

[Mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book for what it was. An account of many murders committed by women. If you want an in depth analysis of how and why these murders happened then this is not the book for you. I have never heard of some of these cases before so it was refreshing not hearing another account of already well reported incidents.
I will be looking for more true crime books by Les Macdonald.

[terri Schwartzkopf · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a o.k. book

I think w need better laws you have to take test and classes for everything why not for having children it. is a shame what them children went through. shame on all of us we need better laws

[NANCY · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

I loved it . very good stories ... chapters are not too long so you can read one every night before bed or keep going until you can't anymore lol. it is worth it .definitely would recommend.

[Judy Foltz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Women who kill.,

It makes you wonder what runs in these woman's minds. I guess they believe they can get away with it. Some of these woman are young and stupid. This is a good book to read. It just makes you wonder!!!!!

[Alyse Trevino · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great for true crime beginners

Great read for those starting the true crime genre. The chapters are compelling while still short enough to keep interest. Reminded me of ID's Deadly Women, in my head I was reading in the narrator's voice.

[Jesse · Rating 2 out of 5]

Another kindle unlimited read. Author lists Wikipedia as a source. Sigh.

[elida flores · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. Women are more ruthless then men. You have to read to believe

[april lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read, thoroughly enjoyed it!!!

I really enjoyed this book. It was well written with a bit of humor thrown in. I'll certainly be reading more from these authors.

[Donna Trueman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not bad....

....But not sure I can read part 2 as well. Like to read about killings but I find poisoning's a bit boring to be honest.

[Patricia Miller · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting book

Although I found this book a little bit dry and repetitive, it did cover some cases I had not heard about before.

[Fiona · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good book of this type.well written and good research.

[susan orenstein · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recap of Murder

If u r a fan of true crime---- u probably know of most of the cases. Still it was a quick reminder of the depravity amongst those we least suspect!

[Christy Fox Patterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lot of information

This book is very interesting & full of information. There are many stories that I've never read about. I would recommend reading!