What drives seemingly ordinary individuals to commit unimaginable acts of evil? Michael Attwell presents a comprehensive examination of the chilling case of Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, known as the Moors Murderers, who lured, abducted, and murdered five innocent children. With nearly fifty years of dedicated research, this book confronts the enduring question that has perplexed the public for decades: Why did they do it?

• Comprehensive examination of the Moors Murders case involving Ian Brady and Myra Hindley.
• Investigates the transformation of the pair into figures of unspeakable evil.
• Revisits the timeline of the murders, exploring the motivations behind their actions.
• Author Michael Attwell brings nearly fifty years of dedicated research to the subject.
• Praised by Jean Ritchie: "First-class. I read it with great interest and fascination."

Perfect for readers of true crime, criminal psychology, and those seeking a detailed, authoritative account of Britain’s most notorious murder case.

• Author: Michael Attwell
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 368 pages
• Publisher: HarperElement
• Publication Date: June 4, 2026
• ISBN-10: 000876770X
• ISBN-13: 978-0008767709
• Dimensions: 129 x 26 x 198mm
• Weight: 250g
• Color: Four-color

The Moors Murders invites readers to reflect on the chilling realities of this case, offering a sobering reminder of the capacity for evil that can exist in the most unexpected places.