“Wiseguy” tells the story of
the life of career criminal Henry Hill, well known in the film “Goodfellas,”
which is based upon this book. As with many books that go to films, the inner
details add depth to Hill’s story and give the reader a better feel for the disturbing
and violent life he lead. With the romanticism of film removed, the facts are
told mostly from Henry and his wife at the time, Karen. What I liked most about “Wiseguy” is the true
events, rather than the detailed idealistic fiction of alternative stories
about organized crime. I don’t believe
the book is to make the reader sympathetic with Hill; instead it’s telling the
story of his unconventional life that’s quite a miracle he survived on
hindsight. For fans of crime books, and
for fans of “Goodfellas” don’t let the film do all the talking. This book is excellent and well worth the
time. Five stars!
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