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Book SynopsisThe incredible story of Britain's female gangsters from the seventeenth century to the present day.
Trade ReviewWhat a brilliant piece of research; pieced together with compassion, heart and understanding. Caitlin's book gives voice to women who have been forgotten or have only been seen through a male prism. She wrestles back their stories. This book is an extremely important part of women's social history. Read it!
-- Maxine Peake
This riveting book begins with the surprise of a different "ever after" and goes on to confound expectations, assumptions and stereotypes.
In Queens of the Underworld, Caitlin Davies displays that rare talent for history and storytelling without judgment. "Female Crooks" in particular could do with more of this.
-- Shami Chakrabarti
Neither sentimental nor judgmental, Davies presents these characters as important examples of criminological history.
