Ordinary Wife

In "America's Lady Bluebeard," bestselling author Gregg Olsen and his daughter Morgan delve into the chilling true-crime tale of Lyda Trueblood, a seemingly charming wife accused of poisoning multiple husbands and family members, resulting in six deaths within five years. Set against the backdrop of a sensational 1921 trial, this gripping narrative unearths the complexities of Trueblood's character and motivations, drawing from court records and personal statements. As the Olsens explore her dark story, readers are confronted with a portrait of a calculating woman who skillfully evaded justice for far too long.