Carlito's Way

Name: Carlito's Way
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SKU: 9780802170125
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Rise to Power

By Edwin Torres

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In Carlito's Way by Edwin Torres, the narrative follows Carlito Brigante, a former Puerto Rican gangster fresh out of prison, as he attempts to leave his criminal past behind and forge a new, honest path. Set against the gritty backdrop of New York City in the 1970s, Carlito navigates old loyalties and the temptations of his previous lifestyle while striving for a better future. His journey is a gripping exploration of redemption, ambition, and the challenges of escaping one's past.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by compelling stories of crime and redemption, as it offers a gritty and immersive look into the life of a Puerto Rican ex-con trying to escape his past in New York City. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and the relentless pull of the underworld, making it ideal for readers who appreciate deep character development and a tense, atmospheric setting.

Carlito's Way

The basis for a major motion picture to be released in fall 2005 starring Mario Van Peebles, this novel is a taut tale of a young Puerto Rican man and his rise to the top as the king of heroin distribution in Harlem.

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This powerful, gritty, and vivid novel is the unforgettable story of Carlito Brigante, a Harlem drug dealer in the 1960s, and his rise to the top.

Drug dealer, thief, and murderer, Carlito Brigante was once just another Spanish Harlem street punk with a poor boy's dream of flash and fast money. As he grows older, he determines that it's either take or be taken, and he knows which role he intends to play.

Soon he's a mob-connected professional with an easy charm, joie de vivre, stubborn pride, and a hair-trigger temper. But the rules change rapidly in a sudden-death world of scams, sell-outs, and payback, where only the strongest and smartest predator can be king of the barrio.

When there's a major changing of the guard in the top echelons of the mob, Carlito will have some hard choices to make.

Taut, thrilling, and a joy to read, Carlito's Way established a voice that has lost none of its vivid colour or power to enthral.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Carlito's Way by Edwin Torres is a gripping crime novel that paints a gritty picture of New York's underworld, receiving praise for its authentic dialogue and complex characters. Readers appreciate the book's compelling narrative and the way it delves into themes of ambition, loyalty, and betrayal. However, some find its pacing uneven, but many agree it captures the harsh realities of life in a way that is both engaging and thought-provoking.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780802170125

Publisher: Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2005

Country: United States

Imprint: Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

Introduction by Mario Van Peebles

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 208

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Edwin Torres Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction