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Doctor Satan: A Despicable True Story of Hope, Exploitation, Greed and Murder (True Crime)

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In March 1944, as the Nazis occupied Paris, the French Police and Fire Brigade were called to investigate a vile-smelling black smoke that had been pouring from the chimney of 21 Rue La Sueur for days. Inside the house, they were confronted with a scene from a nightmare.

The thick black smoke was rising from a series of wood-burning stoves throughout the property that were stocked with human remains. In the basement, they discovered a furnace with larger body parts and a pit filled with quicklime and decay. There were suitcases full of the deceased’s belongings, and in the other rooms, they came upon something like a factory line of bodies. This was not mere murder – it was methodical processing of corpses.

The homeowner was Dr. Marcel Petiot, an admired and charismatic physician. When questioned, Dr. Petiot claimed that he was a part of the Resistance and the bodies they discovered belonged to Nazi collaborators that he killed for the cause. The French Police, resentful of Nazi occupation and confused by a rational alternative, allowed him to leave.

Was the respected Doctor a clandestine hero fighting for national liberty or a deviant using dire domestic circumstances to his advantage? One thing is for certain, the Police and the Nazis both wanted to get their hands on Dr. Marcel Petiot to find out the truth.

Doctor Satan is a chilling account of Dr. Marcel Petiot and one of the most disturbing true crime stories in French history. Ryan Green’s riveting narrative draws the reader into the real-live horror experienced by the victims and has all the elements of a classic thriller.

CAUTION: This book contains descriptive accounts of torture, abuse and violence. If you are especially sensitive to this material, it might be advisable not to read any further.

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4.6 out of 5

91.67% of customers are satisfied

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating read

M. · 28 September 2021

I've read several books by Ryan Green now and he never fails to engage the reader in the story. Doctor Satan is as thoroughly well researched as all of his previous books. Green has a talent for retelling true crime, not only from the perspective of the victim but also through the eyes and mind of the perpetrator.I finished this book in about 4 days but I do read fast. That being said, I would have read it faster if I hadn't had to go to work. I'd never heard of Doctor Satan previously and once I started reading I just had to keep going and find out more.

4.0 out of 5 stars NOT MY CUP OF TEA.

v.s. · 29 September 2021

from a womens point of view i had real trouble getting into this book. i actually stopped reading it for a while, i picked it up again a few days later & still had the same problem. i have bought most of ryan greens books, i will give this one a miss. the reason being the story is military / war related. im not into war or military related stories. im sorry. i know ryan works hard & has to find loads of info for his books. but this is my honest opinion of the book.

3.0 out of 5 stars Ok

g. · 12 September 2022

Descent story but lacked the depth when came to capturing the real reason you'd read about someone like doctor Satan,a house full of body's, body parts that's it.didnt capture any atmosphere

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow

b. · 28 September 2021

This is a tremendous well written story of a vile man.The author has done an excellent job of getting the story out.Very well written and researched.The story line flows well and keeps you reading long into the night.Really enjoyed and recommend highly.I look forward to reading more from this author.I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great storytelling

G. · 8 October 2021

Another well written and researched story from Ryan. With each book of his i think he can’t do better, but he does. I found Dr Satan, the main (real life) character a totally amoral man. Fascinating to read his bizarre exploits and Ryan, as usual, takes the reader through a lot of detail without making it cumbersome to read. My favourite part of Ryan’s books is the last analysis of possible motives, circumstances, mistakes in apprehending, and so on. It’s like he’s writing a court brief. Excellent book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting book

A.L.M. · 18 October 2021

Once again Ryan Green delivers a brilliant true crime story - this was a character that I had never even heard of! He draws the reader in with his vivid descriptions and storytelling - I have not read any other true crime like it. Very interesting and gripping.

5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening]

A.C. · 29 September 2021

Love this author. Gets straight into the life of the subject. Lots of facts woven together to form a really good read. Well researched and the book is another 5* review from me.

True crime at its finest & most fiendish!

t. · 28 September 2021

Ryan Green has, once again, offered a jaw-dropping account of someone so complex and convoluted that his exploits defy imagination. This well-crafted, in-depth examination of Marcel Petiot, known as Doctor Satan, kept me feverishly flipping pages until the very end. Whether you are familiar with his crimes or not, I think you will find this account of his life to be wholly absorbing, utterly revolting, and yet, completely compelling. The idea that a man, under the right circumstances, can function in society as a competent physician while also struggling with mental illness and addiction is not as foreign as we might like – there are numerous contemporary examples to choose from. The story of Marcel Petiot, however, only begins with those issues. He was a sadistic serial killer who amassed a revoltingly impressive number of victims, a soldier who fought fearlessly against the occupation of his beloved France, a spy who traded secrets to both the Allies and the Nazis, a proud politician respected and beloved by his community, and a family man who worked tirelessly to provide security and luxury to his wife and children (albeit at the expense of his unfortunate victims). Such is the complicated and complex story of Marcel Petiot. This is a “must read” exposé for all true crime enthusiasts.

Good read

H. · 6 September 2024

This book was a good read.

Another well written book by Ryan Green. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

M.N.B.M. · 2 November 2021

Another well written book by Ryan Green. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Dr. Death

C. · 30 September 2021

Marcel Petoit was a doctor, a spy, and a butcher. The story is told during World War ll in France. What struck me in reading this book was the amount of research that Mr Green had to do.Marcel Petoit was the most horrific person that I have ever read about. He was also highly intelligent and a master at remaking himself to fit the moment. What I liked most about the book was the attention to detail and development of the characters. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys True Crime because this one really delivers.

true crime author

t.s.m. · 28 September 2021

Another great read from true crime author Ryan Green. Ryan has been writing true crime books for quite some years and has published many books in which i have read them all. All his books are well written and very informative and you get to know the characters with precision and his newest book "Dr. Satan" is no exception.His books are always a can"t put down book and i am excited to see when his next book will be printed.

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