Serpentine: Charles Sobhraj's Reign of Terror from Europe to South Asia

Name: Serpentine: Charles Sobhraj's Reign of Terror from Europe to South Asia
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Book Synopsis: New York Times Bestseller: This in-depth account of Charles Sobhraj, the serial killer portrayed in Netflix miniseries The Serpent, is “compulsive reading” (The Plain Dealer). There was no pattern to the murders, no common thread other than the fact that the victims were all vacationers, robbed of their possessions and slain in seemingly random crimes. Authorities across three continents and a dozen nations had no idea they were all looking for the same man: Charles Sobhraj, aka “The Serpent.” A handsome Frenchman of Vietnamese and Indian origin, Sobhraj targeted backpackers on the “hippie trail” between Europe and South Asia. A master of deception, he used his powerful intellect and considerable sex appeal to lure naïve travelers into a life of crime. When they threatened to turn on him, Sobhraj murdered his acolytes in cold blood. Between late 1975 and early 1976, a dozen corpses were found everywhere from the boulevards of Paris to the slopes of the Himalayas to the back alleys of Bangkok and Hong Kong. Some police experts believe the true number of Sobhraj’s victims may be more than twice that amount. Serpentine is the “grotesque, baffling, and hypnotic” true story of one of the most bizarre killing sprees in modern history (San Francisco Chronicle). Edgar Award–winning author Thomas Thompson’s mesmerizing portrait of a notorious sociopath and his helpless prey “unravels like fiction, but afterwards haunts the reader like the document it is” (The Plain Dealer, Cleveland).

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Step into the gripping world of intrigue and terror with “Serpentine: Charles Sobhraj's Reign of Terror from Europe to South Asia.” This New York Times Bestseller delves deep into the enigmatic life of Charles Sobhraj, the charming killer who struck fear into the hearts of vacationers along the hippie trail. With a storyline so compelling it has been adapted into a Netflix miniseries, this book is a must-read for true crime enthusiasts and mystery lovers alike.

Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing tale of deception and manipulation as you follow the chilling trail of Charles Sobhraj, also known as “The Serpent.” His cunning intellect, combined with his undeniable sex appeal, enabled him to lure innocent backpackers into his sinister world of crime. With each turn of the page, you'll be drawn deeper into the darkness of his deadly spree, spanning continents and leaving authorities bewildered and searching for answers.

Prepare to be captivated by the haunting true story chronicled in “Serpentine.” Award-winning author Thomas Thompson skillfully unravels the enigmatic persona of Charles Sobhraj, painting a grotesque yet hypnotic portrait of a sociopath and his helpless victims. This book is not just a narrative; it's an immersive experience that will leave you spellbound and questioning the depths of human depravity.

Ready to uncover the dark secrets of one of the most bizarre killing sprees in modern history? Dive into “Serpentine” today and embark on a chilling journey through the twisted mind of Charles Sobhraj. Explore the realms of mystery and suspense as you unravel the shocking truth behind his heinous crimes. Don't miss out on this gripping read that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

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