42 pages 1 hour read

Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry

Helter Skelter

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1974

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Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry is widely praised for its meticulous detail and gripping narrative on the Manson Family murders. Reviewers appreciate Bugliosi's insider perspective as the prosecutor, offering depth and credibility. However, some critique its length and dense legal jargon. Overall, it's a compelling true-crime classic.

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Who Should Read Helter Skelter?

A reader who enjoys Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry is likely fascinated by true crime, legal drama, and psychological exploration of criminal behavior. Comparable to fans of In Cold Blood by Truman Capote and The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule, they seek detailed, factual recounting of notorious events.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Crime / Legal
History: World
Psychology
Themes
Relationships: Family
Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Psychology