{"product_id":"king-of-new-york-a-new-mafia-tale-hardcover","title":"King of New York: A New Mafia Tale - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKathy Iandoli\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Fully on par with Mario Puzo's \"The Godfather\" and Mark Seal's \"Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli\" - Midwest Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e THE KING OF NEW YORK \u003c\/i\u003eis the story of how one gangster makes it his life goal (and obsession) to dominate across all affiliations of organized crime to achieve the most desired title: The King Of New York. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStep into the shadowy corners of New York City with THE KING OF NEW YORK, a riveting mafia thriller that delves deep into the gritty underworld of organized crime. This gripping narrative is perfect for fans of WISE GUY and GOMORRAH, as it portrays the relentless ambition and dangerous power struggles that define the mafia's legacy. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFollow the journey of Jimmy Martello as he ascends to the highest ranks of the mafia following a series of family tragedies. As the newly crowned Don, Jimmy must navigate the treacherous waters of mob leadership, engaging in strategic killings and forming murky alliances to keep his empire intact. Set against the backdrop of New York City's infamous crime network, his quest for power leads him through a maze of dark alliances and brutal betrayals that are characteristic of the mafia world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEngage with notorious factions like the Russian Mob, the Yakuza, the Cartel, and the Black Mafia Family. Each page of this mafia narrative crackles with action and strategic maneuvering as Jimmy vies to claim his title and cement his authority as The King of New York. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTHE KING OF NEW YORK is the ultimate mafia saga, blending high-stakes drama with a comprehensive exploration of the criminal underworld. It's an essential read for anyone interested in mob lore, true crime, and action-packed narratives. Discover a world where the title of Don is synonymous with power and fear, and where achieving the status of The King of New York represents the pinnacle of organized crime achievement. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for readers who enjoy: mafia thrillers, organized crime dramas, crime boss biographies, underworld non-fiction, mob warfare, crime syndicate histories, tales of power struggles, and New York City crime sagas.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKathy Iandoli\u003c\/b\u003e is a critically acclaimed journalist and author. Her first book, \u003ci\u003eGod Save The Queens: The Essential History of Women In Hip-Hop\u003c\/i\u003e (2019, Dey Street Books \/ HarperCollins) was named an NPR Best Book Of the Year. She is the author of the biography \u003ci\u003eBaby Girl: Better Known As Aaliyah\u003c\/i\u003e (2021, Atria Books \/ Simon \u0026amp; Schuster), as well as the co-author of rapper Lil' Kim's upcoming memoir \u003ci\u003eThe Queen Bee\u003c\/i\u003e (2023, Hachette Books). Kathy has written about music and gender for two decades, with bylines in VIBE, The Source, XXL, Village Voice, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Pitchfork, BUST, Teen Vogue, PAPER, Playboy, i-D, Cosmopolitan, Maxim, The Guardian, VICE, and many others. Kathy is a professor of Music Business at New York University, and has served as a pundit (television, radio, and panels) for discussions on hip-hop and gender.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 336\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.98 x 9.09 x 6.47 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 11, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51747978772768,"sku":"9781954220539","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/1f531898609c95e1f250ecdbf3a591b0.webp?v=1779902448","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/king-of-new-york-a-new-mafia-tale-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}