Crumbtown
Crumbtown by Joe Connelly, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on June 8, 2004, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of life in a troubled neighborhood. The narrative centers on Don Reedy, who, after serving time for a botched armed robbery, finds himself back in Crumbtown as a consultant for a television adaptation of his life. The story delves into the challenges he faces, including interactions with eccentric actors and his longing for a captivating bartender, all while navigating the chaotic environment of his hometown.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of Crumbtown, described as a place filled with misfortune and decay, where the concept of “crumbluck” permeates daily life. As Don grapples with his past and the absurdities of his current situation, he devises a bold plan to rob the re-enactment of his infamous crime, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. This edition, comprising 272 pages, presents a unique blend of literary fiction that captures the essence of a neighborhood defined by its struggles and the characters that inhabit it.
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Some might say that Crumbtown isn’t a place. It’s a state of mind. And for the residents of this sinking, stinking, carcinogenic, potholed neighborhood, “There’s bad luck in the world, and then there’s crumbluck.” But for Don Reedy, a true victim of this phenomenon, his crumbluck is about to change.
Sentenced to 15 years in prison after a botched armed robbery, Don is paroled early when a television producer decides to turn Don’s tragic story into a television show. Back in Crumbtown and working as a special consultant on the shoot, Don wrestles with delusional actors, pines for a beautiful Russian bartender, and reunites with cops and accomplices alike. But when the opportunity presents itself, Don decides to do something really daring: He robs the re-enactment of his legendary robbery. With the cameras rolling and the line between television and reality blurring, the hunt for Don—and a ratings coup—is on.
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