The Devil's Gentleman

Roland Molineux, the wayward son of a distinguished Civil War general, finds himself at the center of a sensational murder case involving a series of cyanide killings that shocks the nation. His indictment leads to two high-profile trials marked by scandal and intrigue, as author Harold Schechter vividly portrays Manhattan's Gilded Age and explores the hidden motivations behind Molineux's alleged crimes. Through meticulous research, Schechter delves into the tumultuous legal proceedings and taboo subjects of the time, seeking to unravel the complexities of wealth and morality in a gripping historical narrative.