Little Demon in the City of Light

Set against the backdrop of 1889 Paris, this true crime narrative delves into the sensational murder of a court official by a con man and his mistress. The shocking crime leads to an international manhunt and a trial that captivates the nation, exploring themes of hypnosis and manipulation. As the trial unfolds, the debate intensifies over whether Gabrielle Bompard was a mere pawn or a cunning murderer, drawing in the most respected minds of France and igniting public fascination with the case.