Description
Reporter Paul Novak’s investigation into a series of brutal killings leads him into the legend-haunted shadow of Ed Gein, the notorious “Butcher of Plainfield.” As the case deepens, Novak confronts a chilling legacy of violence and a rural community shaped by fear, secrecy, and myth. Blending true-crime atmosphere with psychological suspense, this dark novel explores obsession, inherited menace, and the stories people create to explain evil. Harold Schechter’s research-driven style gives the narrative a disturbing sense of authenticity while maintaining the momentum of a gripping thriller.
Available Editions
paperback
Pocket Books
Published Jan 1, 1997
402 pages
ISBN: 9780671732172
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First Published
1997
Language
eng
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