Ashes of the Forgotten by Jessica Hintz is a chilling blend of true crime fiction, psychological thriller, and historical crime novel, inspired by the terrifying true events surrounding one of Argentina's most disturbing killers. Set in early 20th-century Buenos Aires, this dark psychological fiction unravels the twisted mind of a young boy whose fascination with death turns into a spree of child murders, arson, and a reign of quiet terror.
When pets start disappearing and children go missing in the slums of Buenos Aires, suspicion falls on a sickly, odd boy with a vacant stare and a fascination with fire. What unfolds is a haunting descent into the origins of evil-a juvenile killer novel that peels back the layers of trauma, neglect, and obsession. Readers of serial killer fiction and books like Mindhunter will be captivated by this gritty, visceral exploration of a child psychopath who manipulated everyone around him-even infiltrating a grieving family's wake just to touch the corpse of his victim.
This gripping crime fiction Argentina tale fuses historical true crime elements with psychological suspense to tell the story of the boy who became known as "the little big-eared devil." As the city hunts for answers, the truth lies buried under years of secrets and forgotten bones.
Perfect for fans of twisted mind thrillers, disturbing crime novels, and real-life horror books, Ashes of the Forgotten is an unforgettable journey into the darkest corners of the human psyche. Don't miss this haunting psychological crime thriller that dares to ask: what happens when innocence is just a mask for something far more sinister?
