14. H. H. Holmes (The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson)

2020-06-11

Grab your glass and get cozy, let's book club it up! This week we are discussing America's first serial killer, H. H. Holmes, and the book "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson. Herman Webster Mudgett, better known as Dr. Henry Howard Holmes, used his intellect and charm to lure his victims into his so-called murder castle. The custom building had a variety of rooms constructed specifically for the purpose of committing different methods of murder. With a victim count somewhere between 9-200, h...

Grab your glass and get cozy, let's book club it up!

This week we are discussing America's first serial killer, H. H. Holmes, and the book "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson.

Herman Webster Mudgett, better known as Dr. Henry Howard Holmes, used his intellect and charm to lure his victims into his so-called murder castle. The custom building had a variety of rooms constructed specifically for the purpose of committing different methods of murder.

With a victim count somewhere between 9-200, he certainly is a mysterious and notorious figure in the true crime community. Join us to find out more about the complex life and lies that he lead, and how it all came down to a satisfying end.

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