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Rogues by Patrick Radden Keefe is a collection of essays originally published in The New Yorker, focusing on crime, fraud, and the nature of fame with case studies of 12 individuals. The narratives explore diverse scenarios, from a case of wine fraud in “The Jefferson Bottles” to “The Worst of the Worst,” which profiles defense attorney Judy Clarke, presenting a rich tapestry of human complexities. This work includes discussions of suicide, substance use disorder, sudden death, gun violence, and domestic abuse.