A Killer by Design

In A Killer By Design, Dr. Ann Wolbert Burgess, a pioneering forensic nurse, shares her transformative work with the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit, known for profiling and capturing serial killers in the 1970s. Drawing from her groundbreaking research on sexual assault and trauma, she provides an intimate look into high-profile cases involving notorious criminals like Ed Kemper and Dennis Rader. Interweaving personal insights, interview transcripts, and crime scene drawings, this book invites readers to explore the complex motivations behind violent crime and the challenges of stopping it. Recognized as a standout in true crime literature, it delves into the haunting questions surrounding criminal behavior and its repercussions on victims.