Description
Set against the backdrop of the roaring 1920s, this compelling narrative weaves together the gritty world of rum-running with the lives of its colorful characters. As prohibition grips the nation, a cast of vivid personalities navigates the treacherous waters of smuggling and survival. Their struggles intertwine, revealing the depths of human ambition and the lengths one will go for freedom and fortune.
Through engaging prose, the story delves into the complexities of loyalty, morality, and the pursuit of the American Dream. With a blend of dark humor and poignant moments, the author captures the essence of a tumultuous era, making readers ponder the true cost of vice in a world where both lawlessness and aspiration reign supreme.
Through engaging prose, the story delves into the complexities of loyalty, morality, and the pursuit of the American Dream. With a blend of dark humor and poignant moments, the author captures the essence of a tumultuous era, making readers ponder the true cost of vice in a world where both lawlessness and aspiration reign supreme.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
552 pages
Language
English
Published
Mar 21, 2017
Publisher
Knopf Canada
ISBN-10
0345811011
ISBN-13
9780345811011
Genres
Religion & Spirituality
Business & Economics