Book 3 - Sleepers
Sleepers by Lorenzo Carcaterra This novel was started on March 25, 2024, and finished on April 25, 2024; it was 404 pages. This was chosen by my older brother, Marcus. This novel inspired a movie by the same name, and of course; I watched it after. It has also caused speculation on its authenticity in the content concerning the crimes and trials associated with the story. The author did claim that all accounts, although names and places were changed, were in fact true. Regardless, I gave this novel a 3-star rating and did enjoy it. Summary (SPOILERS!!) The place known as Hell's Kitchen is known to harbor criminals and get away with a lot because of its own corruption in law enforcement. A level of respect is placed on one of the area's deadliest bosses, King Benny. Also, the local parish is one of the most influential aspects of this community, among those in the church Father Bobby tried his best to help the youth because he knows how they grew up and what they may experience....