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‘Patti McCracken brings to life this long-forgotten tale in a grimly gripping narrative.’ Financial Times

'The Angel Makers may be foremost the most successful poison conspiracies in our history. But as Patti McCracken makes clear in this fascinating book, it's much more than that – a tale of secrets and superstition, of faith and betrayal, and of the surprising ways that killers can live invisibly among us. As such, it's both an addictively readable book and a wonderfully insightful one.' Deborah Blum, author of The Poisoner's Handbook

‘An immersive and compelling slice of dark history’ Kate Morgan, author of Murder: The Biography

‘Atmospheric … one hell of a story’ Spectator

‘Compulsively readable … a must for true crime fans’ Publishers Weekly

‘A detailed account of the killing spree in Nagyrev … The author weaves in character sketches that suggest the perpetrators’ various motives. Her portrait of Auntie Suzy, a buxom woman fond of her pipe and brandy, is particularly evocative.’ Economist

‘Dramatic and compassionate … simply excellent’ Booklist

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