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Goodfellas traces the day‑to‑day adventures of Henry Hill, an immigrant‑born New York mobster. It follows his rise through the ranks of the Mafia, detailing his violent deeds, lavish spending, and complex relationships with his wife and mistress. Hill eventually becomes a federal witness, turning key knowledge—including the locations of buried bodies—to protect his own survival. The story explores the rigid codes of honor that govern mob life and the unexpected ways loyalty can be betrayed.
First publish date: March 29, 1999
Genre: Crime Fiction/Organized Crime
Authors: Nicholas Pileggi
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