The Lagotti Family Complete Collection

Download or read book The Lagotti Family Complete Collection written by Leopold Borstinski and published by Sobriety Press. This book was released on 2019-06-30 with total page 814 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two generations and four decades in the lives of Frank, Mary Lou and the rest of the gang This digital box set contains the complete four-book saga of the Lagotti Family: The Heist: After leaving Baltimore Penitentiary, Frank's get rich quick scheme to rob a bank requires his girlfriend, Mary Lou to sleep with an inside guy and for his gang to stay together long enough to take down the vault. Meanwhile Mary Lou falls for the inside man and can’t decide whether to go with him or Frank. If she chooses the wrong fella she’ll be penniless and wind up dead. How would you choose between a fool and a dreamer? The Getaway: After ex-con Frank and his girlfriend Mary Lou rob a Baltimore Bank, they must flee across country before the Feds find them and the mob ices them for stealing from an organized crime boss. As they dash to California, trust becomes the most important currency as Frank and Mary Lou grapple to decide whether love is enough to keep them together. And by the time they reach their goal, they must fight to the death to survive hired guns and trained police shooters. If they don’t kill everyone in their way then they will die themselves. Would you risk everything for a sack of greenbacks? Powder: When Mary Lou takes the proceeds from a bank robbery to start up her heroin dealing business, old enemies circle overhead and threaten the lives of her twins. How will she keep them safe in such a dangerous place and what is she prepared to do to secure her new venture? Mama's Gone: When Mary Lou makes some bad decisions, her twins and her husband must decide whether she’s losing her mind. If they can get that cleared up then all they have to worry about is their feud with the Russian mob. And then someone goes and ices the old lady. Who would have the cajones to murder the head of the Lagotti family? What reviewers are saying: "A dark family saga soaked in blood" - "Chocolate 'n' Waffles "[A] thrilling and detailed insight to mob culture which is gritty, noirish and yet threaded through with a wry humour." - Rachel Read It "A crime novel that really delivers the mystery." - The Indie Express "I’m now kicking myself I haven’t read the other books in the series only because I enjoyed this one. It grabs your attention from the first page and one that keeps you intrigued into what is going on." - Lost in the Land of Books "There is a darker element to the novel that I loved. I also really enjoyed the authenticity of the crime element." - On a Reading Bender What readers are saying: ★★★★★ 'A very well written crime thriller book.' ★★★★★ 'This is a wonderful story and I recommend this to all.' ★★★★★ 'Interesting look inside a life of crime and love for family.' ★★★★ '[Borstinski] wasn’t afraid to let his characters live and die by their bloodthirsty, ruthless decisions.' ★★★★ 'A rollercoaster ride into the lives of drug mob parents and their adult kids. Live or die.' ★★★★ 'A thrilling conclusion to this crime novel.'

Download or read book East Side Hustler written by Leopold Borstinski and published by Sobriety Press. This book was released on 2020-03-21 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alex lived through the war, but will he survive the peace? Jewish gang member, Alex comes back from the Great War almost destroyed by the horrors he has seen. When he is plucked from certain death by an old friend, he commits to making so much money he'll never know that agony again. But the route to the top is fraught with danger and every time he helps one of his powerful friends like Al Capone, he acquires more enemies who want to see him dead. When organised crime financier, Arnold Rothstein dies, the turmoil caused by his loss sets in train a chain of events which means Alex must once more fight for his life. How far would you go to attain your American dream? The second book in the Alex Cohen series is a violent historical novel, which tears through the Prohibition years of the Jewish New York mob. Leopold Borstinski's gripping crime noir pierces the heart of every reader like a bullet from Alex's sniper rifle. Grab your copy NOW. What Bloggers Say... ★★★★★ "I was absorbed into the dark life of NY. It was fast paced and thrilling to watch Alex’s life unfold over those ten years. The author definitely has a knack for writing a compelling novel that keeps you glued to the pages." Jessica Belmont ★★★★★ "Never a dull moment, you become engrossed in the story from start to finish. I read this in one day the pages turning fast wondering what Alex would have to do next." Jackie's Reading Corner ★★★★☆ "The pace of book rarely lets up and the writing is inviting and accessible to read. it's a great story and I’ll be looking forward to reading more of Alex Cohen in the future. Highly Recommended." Alex J Book Reviews ★★★★☆ "I was hooked from the first few chapters and the book had plenty going on to hold my attention through to the end. It was one of those books I didn’t want to put down and I started and finished it in the same evening." Donna's Book Blog ★★★★☆ "This is such a good read! It’s racy and pacy, and Alex and all who he draws into his circle are permanently balancing on the knife-edge." Jan's Book Buzz ★★★★☆ "I think my favorite part of reading this series is spotting the real life historical figures." PuzzlePaws ★★★★☆ "What made me fall in love with this book, though, is the historical aspect – the research and worldbuilding, that brought the fascinating world of the 1920s to life." Beneath a Thousand Skies ★★★★☆ "The author has a writing style that is easy to get used to and easy to get along with. He instantly draws you into the story and he then takes you on an at times scary adventure." GingerBookGeek "This is a fast-paced and historical view of gang wars and prohibition in the early part of the 20th century." The Eclectic Review "I found this to be another brilliant fast-paced page-turner in the Alex Cohen series." The P Turners Book Blog "You can tell the author has worked really hard to create that authentic grown-up gangster noir feel here, and he has pulled it off with some savoir faire, so well done Mr Borstinski." Brown Flopsy's Book Burrow "I also loved the amount of research Borstinski has put into Jewish gangs in Manhattan and Chicago." The Bookxpert "With a great cast of characters, it's a thrilling combination of crime and history and a truly insightful glimpse of life in the roaring 20s." The Haphazardous Hippo "This is book two of a series but I was able to read this as a standalone and I am considering buying the first." Jaynie's Book Reviews "This [book] was simply amazing. I found myself being absorbed by the story since page one. The descriptions were absolutely amazing." Phannie the Ginger Bookworm

Download or read book The Bowery Slugger written by Leopold Borstinski and published by Sobriety Press. This book was released on 2019-11-10 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A turn-of-the-century Jewish boy punches his way into the gangs of New York. When Alex Cohen arrives in 1915 America, he seizes the land of opportunity with both hands and grabs it by the throat. But success breeds distrust and Alex must choose between controlling his gang and keeping his friend alive. What would you do if the person you trusted most is setting you up to die at your enemies' hands? The first book in the Alex Cohen series is a violent historical novel, which rips through the early years of the Jewish New York mob. Leopold Borstinski's gripping crime noir beats at the chest of every reader with a bloody fist. Grab your copy NOW.

Download or read book Midtown Huckster written by Leopold Borstinski and published by Sobriety Press. This book was released on 2020-07-16 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can you keep your gelt and freedom when the cops have enough evidence to take you down? 1930s Jewish gangster, Alex Cohen runs Murder Inc for Lucky Luciano. After the death of Prohibition he must find a new way to make money, just as the cops are baying at his heels. When Luciano goes down for racketeering, Alex loses his protection and is arrested for tax evasion–he must decide between saving his skin and ratting out his friends. If he chooses prison time then his gang will fall apart and he will end up with nothing. If he squeals then he will have to flee the city he loves and the family he once adored. What would you do in a world where nobody can be trusted and you have everything to lose? The third book in the Alex Cohen series is an historical noir novel, which plunges you deep into the early days of narcotics trafficking and the Jewish New York mob. Leopold Borstinski's piercing crime fiction delivers a fix to every reader like heroin from a needle. Grab your copy NOW.

Download or read book Lagotto Romagnolo . Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Complete Owners Manual. Lagotto Romagnolo Book for Care, Costs, Feeding, Grooming, Health and Training. written by George Hoppendale and published by Imb Publishing. This book was released on 2015-06-09 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Complete Owners Manual has the answers you need when researching the water retrieving, truffle hunting, curly-coated Italian dog. Learn about this loyal and loving working dog and find out whether or not this ancient purebred canine will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Lagotto Romagnolo's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not the Lagotto Romagnolo is the breed for you. If you already have a Lagotto Romagnolo, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Temperament - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Health - Daily care - Feeding - House training - Medical care & safety - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.

Download or read book Teatro Grottesco written by Thomas Ligotti and published by Random House. This book was released on 2009-11-24 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas Ligotti is often cited as the most curious and remarkable figure in horror literature since H. P. Lovecraft. His work is noted by critics for its display of an exceptionally grotesque imagination and accomplished prose style. In his stories, Ligotti has followed a literary tradition that began with Edgar Allan Poe, portraying characters that are outside of anything that might be called normal life, depicting strange locales far off the beaten track, and rendering a grim vision of human existence as a perpetual nightmare. The horror stories collected in Teatro Grottesco feature tormented individuals who play out their doom in various odd little towns, as well as in dark sectors frequented by sinister and often blackly comical eccentrics. The cycle of narratives introduce readers to a freakish community of artists who encounter demonic perils that ultimately engulf their lives.

Download or read book Lagotto Romagnolo written by Roland Berger and published by XinXii. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is about a very special breed of dog. The Lagotto Romagnolo has been a faithful companion of man since the 16th century. Originally, he supported his owner in the hunt and proved that he is not only extremely intelligent and obedient, but also has another talent. We are of course talking about the exceptionally good nose of the Lagotto Romagnolo. The combination of all these skills makes him the perfect helper in the search for truffle. To this day, the Lagotto Romagnolo is an indispensable companion in the search for truffles. The content of the book is: - The Lagotto Romagnolo - Diet of a The Lagotto Romagnolo - The dog grooming - Adoption and training of the dog - Additional chapter: Truffle knowledge - Character, training and much more This guide also provides information about the special needs, especially in grooming, of the Lagotto Romagnolo as well as general tips and tricks that are common to all dog breeds. Questions such as: What is the best diet for my dog? What care does my dog ​​need? Should I get a dog from a breeder or an animal shelter? What do I have to do before the dog moves in and how do the first few weeks go? The book concludes with a small chapter on truffles. Enjoy reading.