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Philip Carlo, renowned for immersive true‑crime biographies, has interviewed many of America’s most infamous criminals, earning their trust to uncover the motives behind their horrific acts. While battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, he continues to write, offering a candid look at how the disease has shaped his work. The book interweaves his personal struggle with stories of Mafia bosses, hit men, and serial killers, revealing the harsh intersection of crime and a terminal illness.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Philip Carlo
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