Description
FOR FANS OF WISE GUY & GOMORRAH -
THE KING OF NEW YORK is the story of how one gangster makes it his life goal (and obsession) to dominate across all affiliations of organized crime to achieve the most desired title: The King Of New York.
Step into the shadowy corners of New York City, where the mafia's influence has long been a fixture in its storied underworld. THE KING OF NEW YORK is an electrifying mafia thriller that follows Jimmy Martello, who is thrust into the highest ranks of organized crime after a series of family tragedies. As the new Don, Jimmy must master the complex art of mob leadership, from strategic killings to the murky alliances that hold his empire together. Set in the ever-volatile landscape of New York City's crime network, Jimmy's journey weaves through the dark alliances and brutal betrayals that define the mafia world. Engage with notorious factions such as the Russian Mob, the Yakuza, the Cartel, and the Black Mafia Family. Each page crackles with action and strategic maneuvering as Jimmy seeks to claim his title and solidify his power.
THE KING OF NEW YORK is the ultimate mafia narrative, blending high-stakes drama with a deep dive into the criminal underworld. It’s a must-read for fans of mob lore, true crime enthusiasts, and lovers of action-packed narratives.
Discover a world where the title of Don is synonymous with power and fear, and where becoming the King of New York is the most coveted, and dangerous, achievement. Perfect for readers who enjoy: mafia thrillers, organized crime dramas, crime boss biographies, underworld non-fiction, mob warfare, crime syndicate histories, tales of power struggles, and New York City crime sagas.
About the Author
Kathy Iandoli is a critically acclaimed journalist and the author of God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip-Hop and Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah. Kathy has coauthored The Queen Bee by Lil’ Kim and Commissary Kitchen by Albert “Prodigy” Johnson. She has written for Vibe, The Source, XXL, The Village Voice, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Pitchfork, Playboy, Cosmopolitan, Maxim, The Guardian, and Vice and held editorial positions at AllHipHop, HipHopDX, and BET online. Iandoli is an alumna-in-residence of music business at New York University and has appeared on television, radio, and panels discussing hip-hop and gender.
Monica Ahanonu is a freelance illustrator working and living in Los Angeles. After graduating from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts, Monica started her career at DreamWorks Animation. She has worked with Netflix, Google, Instagram, The New York Times, Samsung, Time, InStyle, Adidas, Sprite, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sephora, Red Table Talk, and Vanity Fair and been featured online in Vogue, BuzzFeed, New York, Women’s Wear Daily, Architectural Digest, Bustle, Afropunk, and Design Milk. Her work has also been showcased at the Art Basel festival.
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