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Helter Skelter

The True Story of the Manson Murders

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Helter Skelter

By: Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry
Narrated by: Scott Brick
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Prosecuting attorney in the Manson trial Vincent Bugliosi held a unique insider's position in one of the most baffling and horrifying cases of the 20th century: the cold-blooded Tate-LaBianca murders carried out by Charles Manson and four of his followers. What motivated Manson in his seemingly mindless selection of victims, and what was his hold over the young women who obeyed his orders? Now available for the first time in unabridged audio, the gripping story of this famous and haunting crime is brought to life by acclaimed narrator Scott Brick.

©1974 Curt Gentry and Vincent Bugliosi, Afterword 1994 by Vincent Bugliosi (P)2011 Audible, Inc. Murder Social Sciences True Crime World Exciting Scary Thought-Provoking Fiction

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“One of the best crime stories ever written.” (Chicago Sun-Times)
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I loved this audio book. Being a novice crime buff, I'd heard of Charles Manson, but never really knew what had happened. This book opened up to me what he was accused of and how it was purported that he committed the murders.

Well read and we'll written, I was never bored whilst listening.

Very interesting

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This is unbelievable and yet it is true. Furthermore, to know it was written by the actual Prosecutor - just adds to the mystique that surrounds Manson. Fascinating.

Scary & riveting!

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Engrossed from the start. The narrator is really pleasant on the ear and I need never read another book on the case. Came across as a fair and balanced account of the trial and evidence. Thoroughly recommended.

Definitive

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An absolutely fantastic book, very detailed and well narrated. Will be recommending to family and friends.

Fantastic

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An extraordinary insider account of the Manson murders!

Perfectly recorded and narrated!

Highly recommended to true crime aficionados!

Stranger than fiction!

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Highly recommended, this is my first dip into a comprehensive understanding of the Manson family.
Not one to pass by if you seek the finer detail when it comes to the trial and legality of the afterword convictions.

A compelling unbiased work

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What made the experience of listening to Helter Skelter the most enjoyable?

The subject matter was well re-told by the author who was objective and clearly had a thorough knowledge of this famous crime.

Well read.

What did you like best about this story?

The subject itself of the Manson Family and their killings

Detailed and fascinating

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Really enjoyed it, all the way through. Fascinating detail. Monotone narrator I got used to.

Fascinating

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The narration was good and the book went into extreme detail about the Manson family and the associated cases. At times it was hard to focus as there was just so much information being offered. Definitely worth a listen and worth the credit.

Good Insight But A Long Listen

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enjoyed the book, the narrators voice made me think it was the author. Worth it

Good listen!

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