In the aftermath of what was described as “the most barbaric act of schoolboy violence in South African history” the country was left reeling. How does an ordinary boy from a "normal" family become a brutal killer overnight? Was Morné under the influence of a satanic cult? A protégée of mastermind Devilsdorp killer, Cecilia Steyn? Did his obsession with heavy metal band Slipknot drive him over the edge? Now, 14 years later, Morné Harmse is out on controversial parole.Written in mesmerising detail, Samurai Sword Murder finally puts together the pieces of this brutal tragedy.
In the aftermath of what was described as “the most barbaric act of schoolboy violence in South African history” the country was left reeling. How does an ordinary boy from a "normal" family become a brutal killer overnight? Was Morné under the influence of a satanic cult? A protégée of mastermind Devilsdorp killer, Cecilia Steyn? Did his obsession with heavy metal band Slipknot drive him over the edge? Now, 14 years later, Morné Harmse is out on controversial parole.Written in mesmerising detail, Samurai Sword Murder finally puts together the pieces of this brutal tragedy.
Imprint | Melinda Ferguson Books |
Country of origin | South Africa |
Release date | October 2022 |
Availability | In stock. We should be able to ship in 1 working day. |
Authors | Nicole Engelbrecht |
Dimensions | 235 x 152 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 220 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-990973-62-8 |
Barcode | 9781990973628 |
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LSN | 1-990973-62-0 |