The Kentucky Cannibal

A man escapes an asylum, leaving a trail of horror across the Wild West.

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In 1850, Boone Helm, driven by rage and a thirst for gold, embarks on a gruesome journey west. After murdering his cousin, Helm escapes an asylum, leaving a bloody path through the wilderness. Known as 'The Kentucky Cannibal,' his savage acts of violence and cannibalism shock the lawless frontier. Will his brutal skills be his downfall or his salvation in a land where chaos reigns? Discover the chilling true story of a man whose name became synonymous with terror in the Wild West.

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In 1850, following a divorce and a number of encounters with the law, Boone Helm headed ‘Out West’ to chase the Californian Gold Rush with his cousin. When his cousin pulled out at the last minute, Helm was incensed, and brutally stabbed him to death. Helm was detained in an asylum for the mentally disturbed but managed to escape. Helm continued his journey west with renewed vigour, where he opportunistically killed and consumed the flesh of adversaries and travelling companions, earning him the nickname ‘The Kentucky Cannibal’. After several brutal months in the wilderness, he finally made it California. At a time where violence was the law of the land, Helm’s savage set of skills could finally be recognised and rewarded. The Kentucky Cannibal is a riveting account of Boone Helm and his bloody exploits across the Wild West. Ryan Green’s entrancing 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 abuse and violence. If you are especially sensitive to this material, it might be advisable not to read any further

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