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In the heart of Chicago’s underworld, ambitious gangster Jimmy Collucci seeks to expand his Mafia empire. His rise ignites a fierce conflict with Jessie Taylor, an African‑American woman driven by revenge and hatred, who vows to bring down Collucci’s notorious organization. Their clash sets the stage for a gritty narrative of crime, power, and personal vendetta.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Crime Fiction/Organized Crime
Authors: Iceberg Slim
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