The brutal murder of a young wife ignites a fierce custody battle between her husband's and her family's factions. Peter Maas delves into the complexities of this true crime story, exploring the emotional turmoil and escalating tensions that arise in the aftermath of the tragedy. The narrative reveals the darker sides of familial loyalty and the lengths to which each side will go to secure their interests amidst the chaos of grief and betrayal.
Set against a backdrop of explosive secrets and brutal betrayals, the story follows Jamie McGuire, a second-generation Irish-American. Influenced by the anger and loyalties instilled in him by his grandfather, Jamie navigates a complex world that tests his values and relationships. As he grapples with his heritage and the consequences of his choices, the narrative explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the impact of familial ties on personal destiny.
A new suspense thriller from the author of SERPICO and THE VALACHI PAPERS, involving a web of conspiracy and deceit that unravels the innermost secrets of the hidden Chinatown world of the new Mafia.
The Man Behind the Greatest Submarine Rescue in History.
On the eve of World War II, the Squalus, America's newest submarine, plunged to the bottom of the North Atlantic. Miraculously, thirty-three crew members still survived. While their loved ones waited in unbearable tension on shore, their ultimate fate would depend upon one man, U.S. Navy officer Charles "Swede" Momsen -- an extraordinary combination of visionary, scientist, and man of action. In this thrilling true account, prize-winning author Peter Maas vividly re-creates a moment-by-moment account of the disaster and the man at its center. Could he actually pluck those men from a watery grave? Or had all his pioneering work been in vain?
On the eve of World War II, the Squalus, America's newest submarine, plunged to the bottom of the North Atlantic. While their loved ones waited in unbearable tension onshore, their ultimate fate would depend upon one man, US Navy officer Charles 'Swede' Momsen - an extraordinary combination of visionary, scientist and man of action. schovat popis
On the eve of World War II, the Squalus, America's newest submarine, plunged into the North Atlantic. Miraculously, thirty-three crew members still survived. While their loved ones waited in unbearable tension on shore, their ultimate fate would depend upon one man, U.S. Navy officer Charles "Swede" Momsen -- an extraordinary combination of visionary, scientist, and man of action. In this thrilling true narrative, prize-winning author Peter Maas brings us in the vivid detail a moment-by-moment account of the disaster and the man at its center. Could he actually pluck those men from a watery grave? Or had all his pioneering work been in vain?
The First Inside Account of the MafiaIn the 1960s a disgruntled soldier in New York's Genovese Crime Family decided to spill his guts. His name was Joseph Valachi. Daring to break the Mob's code of silence for the first time, Valachi detailed the organization of organized crime from the capos, or bosses, of every Family, to the hit men who "clipped" rivals and turncoats. With a phenomenal memory for names, dates, addresses, phone numbers—and where the bodies were buried—Joe Valachi provided the chilling facts that led to the arrest and conviction of America's major crime figures.The rest is history.Never again would the Mob be protected by secrecy. For the Mafia, Valachi's name would become synonymous with betrayal. But his stunning exposé. broke the back of America's Cosa Nostra and stands today as the classic about America's Mob, a fascinating tale of power and terror, big money, crime ... and murder.
"Brilliantly constructed and grimly fascinating. . . . The result is a terrific and important book. . . . It's important because it is a morality play on the subject of loyalty. To whom are you loyal, and from who should you be able to expect loyalty?" — New York Times Book Review Sammy the Bull Gravano is the highest-ranking member of the Mafia in America ever to defect. In telling Gravano's story, Peter Maas brings us as never before into the innermost sanctums of the Cosa Nostra as if we were there ourselves—a secret underworld of power, lust, greed, betrayal, and deception, with the specter of violent death always waiting in the wings.
Inside Story of the FBI's Pursuit and Capture of Aldrich Ames, America's Deadliest Spy
The gripping narrative follows Aldrich Ames, a CIA officer who betrayed his country by becoming a KGB spy, leading to the execution of at least 12 vital American agents. Driven by greed, his actions reveal the devastating consequences of espionage and betrayal. The story unfolds with the tension and intrigue of a novel, showcasing the author's skill in storytelling.