# True crime author Christopher Berry-Dee faces abuse allegations

The Guardian reports on allegations that Christopher Berry-Dee, the UK's bestselling true crime author, has a history of violent abuse against women and children. The investigation challenges his public persona, raising serious questions about the man behind the books.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Entertainment
- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/books/ng-interactive/2026/aug/15/christopher-berry-dee-bestselling-true-crime-author-investigation) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:49 GMT

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/aug/18/christopher-berry-dee-dropped-publisher-allegations-abuse) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:14:30 GMT