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Son of Scarface
A provocative story, this memoir is a young man's search for his father's mysterious past.
275 pages, Paperback
First published January 10, 2008
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
March 7, 2013
Chris Knight engages his readers in this biopic story of crime, murder, homophobia and of course the notorious Al Capone.
This book was so captivating that I finished it in 2 nights of reading. I found myself immersed in his words and found his theories both thought-provoking and controversial. Whether or not, he is biologically Al Capone's heir (that is still up for confirmation). He certainly spins a great yarn of probabilities and the resemblance is eerie.
Take the time to pick this one up, you won't be disappointed.
This book was so captivating that I finished it in 2 nights of reading. I found myself immersed in his words and found his theories both thought-provoking and controversial. Whether or not, he is biologically Al Capone's heir (that is still up for confirmation). He certainly spins a great yarn of probabilities and the resemblance is eerie.
Take the time to pick this one up, you won't be disappointed.
December 21, 2012
If you would like to read a books about therories and what its then this your book. The writer at times just babbled about the same incidents and I wasn't really sure where he was going with his story or purpose. Towards the end I could've cared less who he thought he was related to anymore.
January 12, 2011
This book is unforgettable.
It is the true story of an abused child through the eyes of that child.
It is the true story of an abused child through the eyes of that child.
March 9, 2013
I guess this is a book that was good for the author to write and get it off his chest. Not the most interesting book, got a little long winded and boring.
July 3, 2023
I feel bad leaving less than 5 star reviews, but this one stuck with me for all the wrong reasons.
"Just because you can, doesn't mean you should." In this case it's write a book about your family's *maybe* history?
I don't know, I couldn't finish the book. It's a lot of talking in circles and repetitive, out of order ramblings that seem like could have been solved with a more thorough DNA test.
"Just because you can, doesn't mean you should." In this case it's write a book about your family's *maybe* history?
I don't know, I couldn't finish the book. It's a lot of talking in circles and repetitive, out of order ramblings that seem like could have been solved with a more thorough DNA test.
May 1, 2020
Excellent read. Very relatable emotionally and historically. You sense the anger, desperation, desire, yearning, and need to fulfill a void. Great writing. Witty. I felt anger, happiness, sadness, frustration, funny, abhorrence, empathy, and disappointment throughout the read. I highly recommend.
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