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Œuvres de Susan McNicoll

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Most of us know the story of Bonnie and Clyde, or at least we think we do. This book takes a peek at the lives of other depression era gangsters and the women who loved them. Often merely teenagers when first embarking on a life of crime, and often not living much past their 20s.



"Don't call us Molls, we hate that."



You have probably heard of "Baby Face Nelson"

but you may not know of Helen Gillis, the woman who loved him and who when asked why she would leave her children behind with relatives to go on the run with him said she knew he probably didn't have long to live and she "wanted to be with him just as long as I could"

These "Gangster Women" did not lead the glamorous lives that were often portrayed, while on the run from law enforcement, and knowing they were not likely to live happily ever after, or even live to see next week. This was an enlightening look into the lives of the women who were willing to risk everything for these men. It also contains several fascinating photos.
I received a complimentary copy for review.
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IreneCole | 1 autre critique | Jul 27, 2022 |
The book was okay. I understand that this is a slim volume. The unfortunate thing is that each chapter is a new case, and the facts are so hastily put before one, and then it is over. You then have to reset for each chapter. It is likely that this is one of my peccadilloes.

This book is great for those who don't know if they like true crime or mysteries. I did like learning something about cases that I had never heard of before.
 
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Lizzerbeth | 1 autre critique | Mar 9, 2022 |
I received this book free from the publisher via netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.

Please see my full reviews available at www.coffeeandtrainspotting.com.
 
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SarahRita | 1 autre critique | Aug 11, 2021 |
boring little book. Don't waste your time
 
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MustangGuy | Dec 11, 2019 |

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Œuvres
9
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59
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Évaluation
3.0
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7
ISBN
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