Gangster
Gangster by Lorenzo Carcaterra is a gripping narrative published by Ballantine Books in 2001, featuring 376 pages in English. The story follows Angelo Vestieri, who, born amidst tragedy and burdened by a shocking secret, escapes his past to find a new family among the criminals of early 20th-century New York. As he ascends from soldier to boss, he becomes entangled in a web of violence and betrayal, ultimately confronting the complexities of his choices.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as crime, cultural heritage, and the struggles of city life. The narrative delves into the darker aspects of human nature, focusing on the intersections of murder, forgiveness, and redemption. As Angelo’s journey unfolds, he encounters an abandoned boy who requires both protection and parental guidance, adding depth to the story’s exploration of familial bonds in a tumultuous environment.
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From the bestselling author of”Sleepers” comes a brilliant saga of American murder, forgiveness, and redemption. Born in the midst of tragedy and raised in the shadow of a shocking secret, Angelo Vestieri chooses to flee his past to seek a second family, the criminals who preside over early 20th-century New York. His bloody rise from soldier to boss will lead him into ever more barbaric betrayals until he meets an abandoned boy who needs a parent as much as protection. Soon to be an ABC miniseries.
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