Description

Emmanuel Carrère masterfully delves into the chilling true story of Jean-Claude Romand, a respected doctor who meticulously constructed an eighteen-year-long deception culminating in the horrific murder of his entire family. This gripping narrative unravels the profound psychological complexities and the terrifying capacity for hidden darkness within an seemingly ordinary life. Carrère's signature blend of investigative journalism and profound introspection forces readers to confront unsettling questions about identity, truth, and the fragile boundaries of human nature. The book is a stark examination of how a man's desperate attempt to maintain an illusion led to unimaginable tragedy.

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Vintage

Published Jan 1, 2017

ISBN: 9781784705800

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Details

First Published

2000

Language

fra

Translation

From: fra

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Adversary by Emmanuel Carrère.

Violence
Death/Grief