Mafia Princess
Mafia Princess by Marisa Merico, published by HarperCollins in 2010, is an illustrated memoir that delves into the complex relationship between Merico and her father, Emilio DiGiovine, a notorious Mafia Godfather. The book explores her initial admiration for him, juxtaposed with the ruthless reality of his criminal empire. As Merico transitions from her quiet life in Blackpool to the chaotic world of Milan, she uncovers the darker aspects of her father’s life and the expectations placed upon her.
Readers will find a vivid account of Merico’s experiences as she becomes increasingly entangled in her family’s operations, witnessing the violence and betrayal that define their existence. The narrative touches on themes of family, loyalty, and the psychological impact of growing up in such an environment. With 336 pages, this edition presents a detailed and personal perspective on the challenges of navigating a life shaped by crime and the struggle for identity within a powerful family dynamic.
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Inspiration for the Amazon Prime series BANG BANG BABY
Marisa Merico, the daughter of one of Italy’s most notorious Mafia Godfathers, was dazzled by her father, Emilio DiGiovine. To her he was all powerful, sophisticated and loving; to the rest of the world he was staggeringly ruthless.
Marisa knew her father would do anything for her, but she hadn’t expected just how much he would ask in return.
Born to an English mother, Marisa turned her back on her quiet life in Blackpool to join her charming father, Emilio DiGiovine, who had spent years trying to tempt her back to Italy. Arriving in Milan, Marisa had no idea she was returning to the heart of one of the most notorious drugs, arms and money laundering empires in the world.
At first her father shielded her from the family operations and Marisa was overwhelmed by the attention and gifts he lavished on her. But soon the temptation of a new recruit was too great and Marisa was drawn ever deeper into the family’s sinister and brutal regime, witnessing things she was too scared to believe.
The day she eloped with her father’s chief henchman was the day her father decided she was ready to be initiated into the true nature of the family business. Suddenly Marisa saw there was no limit to what he would expect her to do for him. She knew it was wrong, she knew she had to get out, but she had no idea how she could break the sacred Coda Nostra – and survive.
Marisa’s extraordinarily story is the most powerful portrayal of a Mafia family to emerge in recent years. It’s the perfect balance of shocking violence, dangerous betrayals and enduring love.
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