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The Ghosts of Eden Park: The Bootleg King, the Women Who Pursued Him, and the Murder That Shocked Jazz-Age America

Karen Abbott
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The Ghosts of Eden Park: The Bootleg King, the Women Who Pursued Him, and the Murder That Shocked Jazz-Age America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

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Karen Abbott

The Ghosts of Eden Park: The Bootleg King, the Women Who Pursued Him, and the Murder That Shocked Jazz-Age America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Biography
Setting

Cincinnati, Ohio • 1920s

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Ghosts of Eden Park: The Bootleg King, the Women Who Pursued Him, and the Murder That Shocked Jazz-Age America by Karen Abbott explores the life of a Prohibition-era bootlegging tycoon, the women who played crucial roles in his life, and the sensational murder case that captivated the nation during the Jazz Age.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Informative

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.9

7,832 ratings

62%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Ghosts of Eden Park by Karen Abbott captivates with its vivid narrative and detailed historical research. Praised for its engaging storytelling and depth, some critics note a slow pacing at times. Overall, Abbott's portrayal of the Prohibition era's tension and drama makes it a compelling read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Ghosts of Eden Park: The Bootleg King, the Women Who Pursued Him, and the Murder That Shocked Jazz-Age America?

Readers who enjoy The Ghosts of Eden Park by Karen Abbott are likely fans of true crime and historical narratives set in the Jazz Age. Comparable to Erik Larson's The Devil in the White City, this book appeals to those intrigued by Prohibition-era intrigue, complex characters, and gripping, real-world mysteries.

3.9

7,832 ratings

62%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Biography
Setting

Cincinnati, Ohio • 1920s

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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