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Wiseguy

Auteur(s): Nicholas Pileggi, Martin Scorsese - introduction
Narrateur(s): Ari Fliakos, Corey Brill, Hillary Huber, Martin Scorsese - introduction
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INCLUDES AN INTRODUCTION WRITTEN AND READ BY MARTIN SCORSESE!

Nicholas Pileggi's vivid, unvarnished, journalistic chronicle of the life of Henry Hill - the working-class Brooklyn kid who knew from age twelve that "to be a wiseguy was to own the world," who grew up to live the highs and lows of the mafia gangster's life - has been hailed as "the best book ever written on organized crime" (Cosmopolitan).

This is the true crime best seller that was the basis for Martin Scorsese's film masterpiece GoodFellas, which brought to life the violence, the excess, the families, the wives and girlfriends, the drugs, the payoffs, the paybacks, the jail time, and the Feds...with Henry Hill's crackling narration drawn straight out of Wiseguy and overseeing all the unforgettable action.

"Nonstop...absolutely engrossing." (The New York Times Book Review)

Listen to it and experience the secret life inside the mob - from one who's lived it.

©1987, 1990 Nicholas Pileggi (P)2019 Simon & Schuster Crime organisé Criminologie Sciences sociales True Crime Mafia Crime Biographie
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if you love mob stuff, this is a must read. much more detailed then the movie.

great story

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Ari Fliakos was so believable! He can personify any character. I felt like he was Henry.

Great story well read

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I’ve seen the film Goodfellas a dozen times - but when I listened to Hill talking on Howard Stern I decided to get the boo- I was not disappointed. Great story as it provides the background of the real players in this crime drama/comedy. Narrators were perfect and the intro by Scorsese set the stage perfectly. I loved this book and as I listened I have flashes of the film to accompany me and my imagination. Highly recommended!

Fantastic.

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Amazing story and well told. Scorsese really nailed the essence of the book in Goodfellas.

fugetaboutit!

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I had already listened to The Godfather by Mario Puzo earlier this year. That book singlehandedly set the high watermark for the sub-genre. I didn’t think anything could ever come close! I was wrong.

Mitch must’ve known a guy...

It’s just so spot on.

Makes my top 5 all-time favorite list with ease. Perfect reading by each and every reader.
If you only have one credit to your name, bet on this one for a guaranteed winner!

Now it’s a photo finish...

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Martin Scorsese ('Mean Streets', 'Casino', 'The Irishman') knew what he was doing when he made this into 'Goodfellas'. The book gives spectacular insight into the almost mythical world of Wiseguys - giving listeners a firm understanding of why Henry Hill was lured into the life (and fell into disaster).
Author Nicholas Pileggi uses impressive storytelling skills to translate jawdropping gangster anecdotes into an unforgettable book.. an engrossing glimpse into a nearly unimaginable - but undeniably real - organized crime life. The descriptions are vivid, the dialogue authentic, the "characters" true-to-life, and the plot progression unrelenting. This book is very well written. It also contains dozens of extra episodes in Henry Hill's amazing life - those who appreciate the film are in for a treat.

Ari Fliakos handles the majority of the narration and his performance is nearly flawless. His timbre and emotiveness are spot-on and his pacing is unparalleled. The contributions from Corey Brill and Hillary Huber (reading perspectives merged into the text) are likewise commendable - at times it sounds almost like Ray Liotta is narrating.

Altogether, this book has immersive writing, brilliant narration, and quality production standards. It's easily worth a Credit. 9.5/10 stars.

Perfect Basis for a Screenplay..

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if you're a fan of Goodfellas this is a must read, fills in plenty of gaps while sharing new information that the movie couldn't fit in

absolutely perfect

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Wiseguy is hands down one of the most captivating, well-crafted, and engaging books I’ve ever listened to. Pileggi’s storytelling pulls you right into the heart of the Mafia, and you feel like you’re sitting at the table with the wiseguys, living their highs and lows firsthand. The level of detail and the raw honesty in Henry Hill’s life story is unmatched—gritty, thrilling, and at times, even darkly humorous.

The pacing is perfect. There’s not a single dull moment. From the heists to the betrayals, the narrative keeps you hooked all the way through. What really stands out is how authentic it feels—this isn’t just another mob story; it’s the mob story.

If you enjoy true crime, organized crime sagas, or simply a great story told exceptionally well, Wiseguy is a must.

Wiseguy is a must

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The audiobook was very compelling. The voice acting was great. Ive seen the movie many times and wanted more. This scratch that itch for me.

If you love the movie. You’ll love this!

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