The Monster Within: A True Story of Bloodthirst, Brutality and Barbaric Evil (True Crime)

by Ryan Green

FBT review:

Discover the chilling true story of Peter Kürten, one of the most terrifying serial killers in history, in "The Monster Within: A True Story of Bloodthirst, Brutality and Barbaric Evil" by Ryan Green. This gripping true crime book takes you into the twisted mind of Kürten, known as "The Düsseldorf Monster," as he unleashes his primal urges on unsuspecting victims. From brutal attacks to sexual assaults and murder, Kürten's reign of terror knows no bounds.

Written in a riveting narrative style, this book will leave you both horrified and fascinated by the dark depths of human depravity. Please be aware that "The Monster Within" contains graphic descriptions of abuse, extreme violence, and animal cruelty. If you have a strong stomach and a taste for true crime, welcome to a bone-chilling journey into the mind of a monster.

Publisher Description:

Prostitutes and animals could no longer satisfy Peter Kürten’s sexual deviancy. During a burglary of a local tavern, he stumbled upon a nine-year-old girl asleep in her bed. He strangled her, slashed her throat with a pocket knife, and orgasmed upon hearing her blood drip to the floor.

His crimes were halted by World War I and an eight-year prison sentence but he unleashed his urges with a spate of brutal murders in 1929 earning him the nickname "The Düsseldorf Monster".

No one was safe. He committed ferocious attacks, sexual assaults and murder against men, women and children. He used blunt objects, sharp implements or his bare hands, before drinking their blood for sexual satisfaction.

The Monster Within is a chilling account of Peter Kurten, one of the most terrifying serial killers in true crime history. Ryan Green’s riveting narrative draws the reader into the real-live horror experienced by the victims and has all the elements of a classic thriller.

CAUTION: This book contains descriptive accounts of abuse, extreme violence and animal cruelty. If you are sensitive to this material, it might be advisable not to read any further.