She looked so innocent — but grew up to become one of the most notorious female killers

At first glance, she looked like any other little girl — bright eyes, blonde hair, a shy smile.

But behind that innocent face was a childhood filled with pain, neglect, and secrets dark enough to twist anyone’s soul.

Her mother disappeared

Born in 1956 in a quiet Michigan town, her life began with chaos. When she was just four years old, her 20-year-old mother packed up and disappeared, leaving her and her brother behind.

The mother later said that it was probably “the biggest mistake” she have ever made in her life.

Almost at the same time, her 23-year-old father, already behind bars for the kidnapping and assault of a young girl, took his own life in prison.

From that moment, the children were left in the care of their grandparents. But instead of safety, their new home became another nightmare.Continue reading…