The Art of the Heist
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“One of the most beguiling criminal memoirs ever written. . . . A rare gem of a book.” — T. J. English, New York Times bestselling author of Havana Nocturne
How did the son of a decorated policeman grow up to be one of Boston’s most notorious criminals? How did…
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1 author picked The Art of the Heist as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Like most calm, ordinary, cautious people, I enjoy movies and books by and about reckless, clever criminals.
Myles Connor, rock star and felon, may or may not know all about, or played a role in, the famous art theft from Boston’s Isabella Gardner museum. He talks an extremely good game.
From Robert's list on that were composed by ear.
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