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Discover the riveting tale of 'The Snakehead' – an enthralling narrative that reads like a thrilling fusion of The Godfather and Chinatown. In 2023, bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe dives deep into the underworld of human smuggling, revealing the captivating story of Cheng Chui Ping, aka Sister Ping, a charismatic grandmother who secretly ran a multi-million dollar smuggling operation from her unassuming noodle shop in New York's Chinatown. This compelling trade paperback chronicles the secretive dynamics of her empire and the decade-long FBI investigation that unraveled her vast network.
Immersing readers in the gritty realities of immigration, Keefe expertly illustrates the challenges faced by desperate immigrants seeking a better life in America while navigating a complex underground economy rife with exploitation. 'The Snakehead' portrays the intertwined lives of those affected by Sister Ping’s operations and highlights a poignant commentary on the ironies of immigration. This thrilling panorama promises to keep you on the edge of your seat while offering profound insights into contemporary issues that resonate today.
Get ready to delve into a grand narrative filled with intrigue, suspense, and a powerful exploration of what it means to pursue the American Dream through the lens of crime. Published by Pan Macmillan UK, this brand new trade paperback is a must-read for those passionate about crime stories and social commentary. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781529099928. Year: 2023.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529099928
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Description:
'Reads like a mashup of The Godfather and Chinatown, complete with gun battles, a ruthless kingpin and a mountain of cash. Except that it's all true.' - Time
In this thrilling panorama of real-life events, the bestselling author of Empire of Pain investigates a secret world run by a surprising criminal: a charismatic middle-aged grandmother, who from a tiny noodle shop in New York's Chinatown managed a multi-million dollar business smuggling people.
Patrick Radden Keefe reveals the inner workings of Cheng Chui Ping, aka Sister Ping's complex empire and recounts the decade-long FBI investigation that eventually brought her down. He follows an often incompetent and sometimes corrupt INS as it pursues desperate immigrants risking everything to come to America, and along the way, he paints a stunning portrait of a generation of illegal immigrants and the intricate underground economy that sustains and exploits them. Grand in scope yet propulsive in narrative force, The Snakehead is both a kaleidoscopic crime story and a brilliant exploration of the ironies of immigration in America.
Immersing readers in the gritty realities of immigration, Keefe expertly illustrates the challenges faced by desperate immigrants seeking a better life in America while navigating a complex underground economy rife with exploitation. 'The Snakehead' portrays the intertwined lives of those affected by Sister Ping’s operations and highlights a poignant commentary on the ironies of immigration. This thrilling panorama promises to keep you on the edge of your seat while offering profound insights into contemporary issues that resonate today.
Get ready to delve into a grand narrative filled with intrigue, suspense, and a powerful exploration of what it means to pursue the American Dream through the lens of crime. Published by Pan Macmillan UK, this brand new trade paperback is a must-read for those passionate about crime stories and social commentary. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781529099928. Year: 2023.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529099928
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Description:
'Reads like a mashup of The Godfather and Chinatown, complete with gun battles, a ruthless kingpin and a mountain of cash. Except that it's all true.' - Time
In this thrilling panorama of real-life events, the bestselling author of Empire of Pain investigates a secret world run by a surprising criminal: a charismatic middle-aged grandmother, who from a tiny noodle shop in New York's Chinatown managed a multi-million dollar business smuggling people.
Patrick Radden Keefe reveals the inner workings of Cheng Chui Ping, aka Sister Ping's complex empire and recounts the decade-long FBI investigation that eventually brought her down. He follows an often incompetent and sometimes corrupt INS as it pursues desperate immigrants risking everything to come to America, and along the way, he paints a stunning portrait of a generation of illegal immigrants and the intricate underground economy that sustains and exploits them. Grand in scope yet propulsive in narrative force, The Snakehead is both a kaleidoscopic crime story and a brilliant exploration of the ironies of immigration in America.