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Mafia Prince

By: Phillip Leonetti,Scott Burnstein,Christopher Graziano
Narrated by: L. J. Ganser
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Summary

Mafia Prince is the first-person account of one of the most violent eras in Mafia history - "Little" Nicky Scarfo’s reign as boss of the Philly family in the 1980s - written by Scarfo’s underboss and nephew, "Crazy" Phil Leonetti.

The youngest-ever underboss at the age of 31, Leonetti was at the crux of the violent downfall of the traditional American Mafia in the 1980s when he infiltrated Atlantic City after gambling was legalized, and later turned state’s evidence against his own. His testimony directly led to the convictions of dozens of high-ranking made men including John Gotti, Vincent Gigante, and his own uncle, Nicky Scarfo - sparking the beginning of the end of La Cosa Nostra.

Just as The Godfather and Boardwalk Empire defined the early 20th century Mafia, and Wiseguy and Casino depicted the next great era through the ’70s, Mafia Prince concludes this epic genre revealing the Mafia’s violent final heyday of the 1980s straight from the horse’s mouth.

©2012 Phillip Leonetti, Scott Burnstein and Christopher Graziano (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

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Would you consider the audio edition of Mafia Prince to be better than the print version?

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What did you like best about this story?

The story is fantastic. I listened and felt like I was having a chat with the author. It is told very well and feels like it was an honest description to the story's. Every person you expected to be in the book are there and more.

What about L. J. Ganser’s performance did you like?

L. J. Ganser's performance was great. He helped make the book more enjoyable. The sroys is gripping at times and L.J. must have enjoyed the book because there was no drop in performance.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I drive to and from work listening to audiobooks. I found the time was flying while I listened to book. I was looking forward to the drive. (From work yes :) )

Any additional comments?

There is little I didnt enjoy about this book. I was surprised that I enjoyed it so much. So many books on the Mafia and most are a let down. I was disappointing when the book finished just because it was so enjoyable I wanted more.

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Great Read

Fantastic listen.
The Mafia Prince is a tale of Phillip Leonetti’s life through the Philadelphia Mafia.
Narration is strong and accompanies the story perfectly.
If you like a warts an all story from one of the mafias highest FBI informers this is for you

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Seeking Justification

This book was somewhat interesting but, as tends to be the case with books like this, it tries to justify all the author's criminal behavior while criticizing others for their criminal behavior.

It also revels in the author's numerous murders committed and beatings dished out while pretending to be appalled by the mafia.

He also likes to pretend that the reason he turned into a rat was because the mafia was losing its values as opposed to just not wanting to do the time his numerous crimes have earned.

Essentially, it comes across as another hustle, like loansharking or protection money

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One of the very best Audible Mafia books I’ve ever read

I’ve a vast collection of Mafia books 100+ (both Italian & American mobs) but this Audible version is actually more enjoyable due to the fantastic narrative L.J.Ganser delivers.
He really makes the story & it’s vast amount of characters come to life & you would think that you were actually listening to Phillip Leonetti recounting his life story.
If you love Mafia books then look no further as this one is for my money the best Audible Mafia book currently available.

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Great!

incredible story and incredible way of life, if not for all the right reasons. Great narrative.

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Amazing book

This is an amazing book. Excellent story with great narration. I listened to it in two days. Absolutely recommended for the Mafia aficionado. Just as good as Murder Machine.

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Organised crime explained

This book is as raw is it can get. You have everything: psychology (or psychopathy) or mobsters, high life lived in fear, treachery, suspicion, lies, mud. It is a poignant account of men who often couldn't chose the life they led. You even feel a bit sorry for them, just like one does watching the Sopranos. But as bodies pile up, and as you go deeper into the story, you see the "business" for what it really is: a hell on earth. Excellent performance by L. J. Ganser. 5 stars.

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Great Audiobook

I really enjoyed listening to this Audiobook, the narrator done a great job telling the story. There was a few too many characters but that's understandable due to the story being about the Cosa Nostra. I'll definitely listen to this more than a 2nd time.

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excellent

Great story's, lots of detail, and a great insight to the philadelphia mafia. excellent book. you can listen over and over

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really enjoyable

Well narrated, interesting story. like somebody sitting at your kitchen table and telling you a story rather than rain you a book.

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