Why some women fall in love with men behind bars

If you type “write to prisoners” into Google you’ll find a whole host of websites allowing people to contact inmates of US prisons. Many have committed violent crimes, some are on death row.

Yet a large number of women in the UK are writing to them, offering support and an ear to listen. And it’s not unusual for regular emails and letters to develop into a deep friendship or love.

(Paul Faith/PA)