Crooked

Focusing on the life of Alvin Karpis, a Chicago gangster during the 1930s, the narrative delves into his alliance with the infamous Barker Gang. Together, they embark on a spree of bank robberies, murders, and kidnappings, ultimately becoming America's most wanted criminals. The novel explores themes of crime and survival against the backdrop of a tumultuous era, revealing the darker sides of ambition and loyalty.