The Sausage King
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Chicago, 1897. When Louisa Luetgert disappears, suspicion quickly falls on her husband Adolph-a successful sausage magnate with a failing marriage and a factory full of secrets. As investigators uncover strange evidence inside the plant's basement vats, a dark theory begins to take shape: that Luetgert used his own machinery to destroy his wife's body. Soon, the case becomes a national sensation. The press gives him a nickname. The public demands justice. And in the middle of the storm, a mysterious hypnotist from London arrives, offering to unlock the truth buried inside Luetgert's mind. Was ...
Chicago, 1897. When Louisa Luetgert disappears, suspicion quickly falls on her husband Adolph-a successful sausage magnate with a failing marriage and a factory full of secrets. As investigators uncover strange evidence inside the plant's basement vats, a dark theory begins to take shape: that Luetgert used his own machinery to destroy his wife's body. Soon, the case becomes a national sensation. The press gives him a nickname. The public demands justice. And in the middle of the storm, a mysterious hypnotist from London arrives, offering to unlock the truth buried inside Luetgert's mind. Was Adolph Luetgert a cold-blooded killer-or the victim of a city determined to convict him? Based on real events, The Sausage King blends historical crime, psychological drama, and courtroom suspense into a chilling portrait of guilt, obsession, and the ghosts we carry. What You Will Find Inside * A gripping retelling of one of the most sensational murder trials of the 19th century * Twists and turns as investigators uncover a chilling web of lies, greed, and betrayal * Real-life courtroom drama featuring intense cross-examinations and shocking testimony * Historical detail that immerses you in Gilded Age Chicago * Complex characters whose motives blur the line between guilt and innocence * Meticulous research drawn from period newspapers, legal records, and eyewitness accounts * A blend of mystery, suspense, and true crime that builds to an unforgettable climax Perfect for readers of Erik Larson and The Devil in the White City, this gripping novel asks: What happened to Louisa Luetgert?
