A Bloody Business

Name: A Bloody Business
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SKU: 9781785657733
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By Dylan Struzan

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A Bloody Business by Dylan Struzan dives into the gritty underworld of Prohibition-era America, showcasing the era's notorious gangsters and the legendary rise of organised crime. The story follows the dangerous and clandestine operations of figures like Al Capone, giving an intimate look at the complex alliances, betrayals, and ambitions that fuelled this turbulent period. With meticulous research, it vividly brings to life the thrill and peril of the 1920s crime scene.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this gripping crime and thriller novel if you're fascinated by historical narratives intertwined with mob tales and intricate plots. It delves into the underworld with richly depicted characters and scenes that echo the tension of the Prohibition era. This book may appeal to you if you appreciate a seamless blend of fact and fiction, immersing yourself in the gritty and tumultuous lives of characters framed by true events.

A Bloody Business

The real story, unvarnished and uncensored, of the Mob's rise to power during Prohibition.

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The real story, unvarnished and uncensored, of the Mob's rise to power during Prohibition.

The Italian Mob... the Jewish Mob... you've read the stories, you've watched the movies, you know the names: Meyer Lansky, Lucky Luciano, Bugsy Siegel, Al Capone. But you've never seen it like this before.

Informed by more than 40 hours of interviews with the man the FBI called the oldest living Godfather in America, Vincent 'Jimmy Blue Eyes' Alo, before his death in Florida at the age of 96, A Bloody Business tells the real story, unvarnished and uncensored, of the Mob's rise to power.

'Just in time for the 100th anniversary... this crime saga thunders along with the authority of an erupting Tommy gun.' - Publishers Weekly

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A Bloody Business by Dylan Struzan has been praised for its authentic and thrilling depiction of mobster history, providing a captivating saga grounded in first-hand accounts. The narrative delivers a vivid exploration of the bootlegging empires, making it both an exhilarating and essential read for enthusiasts of crime stories. Critics have highlighted its compelling authority and connection to historical events, recommending it highly.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785657733

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 July 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 368g

Pages: 640

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Crime & Thriller Dylan Struzan Fiction General Fiction

About the Author

Dylan Struzan began working on A BLOODY BUSINESS in 1995, shortly after meeting Jimmy Alo in retirement in Florida, and she spent the next twenty years researching and writing the book. It is her first novel. She has also written the text of OEUVRE, a book collecting the iconic movie art of her husband of more than 50 years, Drew Struzan. Together with Drew, Dylan has spent the past several decades immersed in the world of Hollywood writers, directors, and musicians, counting as family friends the likes of George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Guillermo del Toro.