Just days after the release of her book about the Murdaugh family crime saga in South Carolina, housekeeper-turned-author Blanca Turrubiate-Simpson has been surprised by its success, but says that helping women overcome abuse is her biggest objective.

"Within the House of Murdaugh – Amid a Unique Friendship, Blanca and Maggie" offers a unique perspective from an author who worked as a housekeeper for years for convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh and was a friend and confidant of his slain wife, Maggie. Currently, Turrubiate-Simpson is featured in national media outlets such as People magazine and is topping several Amazon bestseller lists.

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