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Little Vic and the Great Mafia War

McShane has written another work true crime enthusiasts and those interested in mafia history, offering valuable insights into the internal workings of organized crime families and the devastating consequences of power struggles within these organizations.

The Master of Drums: Gene Krupa and the Music He Gave the World

A substantial and engaging biography that contributes significantly to the history of jazz in the United States.
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Robert Shaw: An Actor’s Life on the Set of Jaws and Beyond

A very personal interpretive biography about an actor who deserves to be remembered, but readers may wish for more Robert and less Joanna.
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Nothin’ Comes Easy: The Life of Rodney Dangerfield

A comedy legend’s life and career get some respect in Starr’s detailed biography.

Scout Camp: Sex, Death, and Secret Societies Inside the Boy Scouts of America

The lack of books on the Boy Scouts largest summer camp makes this deeply personal, captivating, and accessible title an essential addition to true crime collections.

The Paris Girl: The Young Woman Who Outwitted the Nazis and Became a WWII Hero

A captivating blend of historical depth and personal narrative that explores themes of courage, patriotism, betrayal, and the complexities of life during a war. This insightful, moving work spotlights the often overlooked contributions of young women during World War II.
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Eat Sleep Tantrum Repeat: How To Parent Like a Pediatrician and Keep Your Toddler Happy and Healthy

Parents of toddlers will feel comforted by this medical perspective on the myriad of decisions they face daily.
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Carl Perkins: The King of Rockabilly

Other than Perkins’s own 1996 autobiography, little has been published about him, and Apter admirably fills the gap with this detailed and emotionally charged biography.
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Red Hook: Brooklyn Mafia, Ground Zero

Readers who enjoy stories about organized-crime families will appreciate this book. Give to fans of Five Families by Selwyn Raab and For the Sins of My Father by Albert DeMeo.
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