Helter Skelter

The True Story of the Manson Murders

By: Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry

Narrated by: Scott Brick

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.

Critic reviews

“One of the best crime stories ever written.” (Chicago Sun-Times)

What a great book.

This is one of those books that just grabs you and won't let you go. I've read it at least 3 times in the last 30 years and now I can just listen to it while I waste my life stuck on the freeway. And to have Scott Brick do the narration is awesome. He really keeps it alive, although the book itself is just plain fascinating. I've been holding out for the unabridged version and here it is. 10 stars!

Engrossing book with fine narrator

I have read and reread this book many times, and have always been horrified, saddened, but have always had to read from end to end. Scott Brick's narration is clear, crisp, and well suited for the material. Excellent to have it finally on audio.

Tate-LaBianca murders in detail

This is the bar for true crime. All the details that went into the Manson trial, and subsequent trials of other family members, give a clear and unvarnished picture of the times and the culture within which this terrible crime was born. The narrative gives the victims their dignity and respect in death and in the context of the crimes. Highly recommended to anyone interested in true crime stories. More than OJ Simpson's trial or any other before it or since, this is truly the trial of the 20th century.

Amazing book

Completely riveting account of the Manson murders. Amazing detail. I listened to the book after seeing the Tarantino film which worked well. The narrator Scott Brick sounds like Orson Welles and was amazing. This is the ultimate true crime audiobook.

I couldn’t stop listening

This is an incredible, detailed, behind-the-scenes look at the Manson case, and it is impossible to turn it off once you start it. Highly recommend if you are in to the gorier details of American history.