RedHanded

“As a true crime fanatic, I can say without hesitation that Hannah and Suruthi are my all-time favorite podcasters of the genre.”

“Best true crime podcast I’ve heard, ever.”

“A cult hit balancing true crime, progressive politics, and a lot of charm.”

“Bala and Maguire have a lovely rapport, excellent reporting skills, and can tell a story with just the right amount of feminist eyebrow-raising.”

“Laugh-out-loud yet wildly funny.”

“Indeed, if the RedHanded podcast stands out in the ever-widening sea of sensationalized and sloppy true crime content out there, it is because its creators inject the right amount of sincere curiosity into the form. . . the British broadcasters have explored some of the most infamous cases in the world with a mix of black humor, frequent outrage, and an ever-present desire for deeper understanding.”

“Hannah and Suruthi will inspire you to plunder the crevasse that is Reddit and remind you that even locking your doors might not be enough to save you.”

“I could listen to these Spooky Bitches talk all night. And I usually do. Maybe that’s why my dreams are so f*cked up.”

“A major draw for listeners is the rapport between the two presenters and the palpable enjoyment Suruthi and Hannah take in each other’s company. It is often very funny despite its dark subject matter.”

“I don’t know why it’s not on every true crime podcast list—it’s so good.”

“It is by some distance the best podcast I’ve heard this year.”

“I listen to a lot of podcasts, and to this day, RedHanded is the only podcast I have had to pause and take a break from . . . it is that horrible, which makes it that good.”

“Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire cleverly recount the most interesting events in true crime with supporting research and dry British humor.”

“This is a must read for true crime fans.”

“Informative, thoroughly researched, and entertaining. . . . I highly recommend this book to those interested in true crime and murder documentaries.”

“RedHanded by Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire draws from their original podcast and provides you with a deep dive into true crime and the extremes of human behavior. This is the perfect book immediately for fans of the podcast. . . . The Spooky Bitches who are dedicated fans will want to snatch this book up for more.”

“RedHanded is a fun and fast read, perfect for trying to balance back-to-school activities and looking for a brief escape.” 

“This debut outing from RedHanded podcast hosts Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire will appeal to true crime enthusiasts. The hit British duo won fans over with their obsessive interest in all things ghastly and ghoulish. . . . Here, in this chatty tome, they take the conversation a step further, asking what creates the violent mindset behind the crimes they cover, and what role gender, poverty, politics, and culture play.”