The Gotti Wars: Taking Down America's Most Notorious Mobster

The Gotti Wars is a memoir by the young prosecutor who convicted mob boss John Gotti and took down the Mafia, based on the FBI's secret recordings of Gotti's conversations. It is a captivating story of Gotti's rise to power and downfall, and of his legal adversary, John Gleeson, who prosecuted both racketeering prosecutions and indicted all three.

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

A captivating memoir, spanning decades in the writing process, unveils the remarkable journey of a young prosecutor who achieved a historic conviction against renowned mob boss John Gotti, ultimately dismantling the Mafia altogether. John Gotti, known as the flamboyant and feared Mafioso, rose to prominence by orchestrating the spectacular murder of Paul Castellano in front of Sparks Steakhouse in midtown Manhattan in 1985. His audacious actions and flamboyant persona earned him the nickname "The Dapper Don" and "The Teflon Don." This memoir delves into the meteoric rise and equally dramatic downfall of Gotti. Throughout his ascent to power, Gotti's legal adversary, John Gleeson, an Assistant US Attorney in Brooklyn, closely monitored his actions. When Gotti faced two federal racketeering prosecutions, Gleeson played a pivotal role, prosecuting both cases. In the first case, as the junior lawyer, Gleeson faced false accusations and intimidation from Gotti, resulting in his acquittal. However, five years later, Gleeson assumed the lead in the second racketeering investigation and trial. Armed with secret recordings of Gotti's conversations with his underboss and consigliere, Gleeson successfully indicted all three individuals. He managed to "flip" underboss Sammy the Bull Gravano, a notorious killer who became the highest-ranking mob turncoat in history, leading to Gotti's murder conviction. Gleeson's relentless pursuit not only brought an end to Gotti's reign but also effectively dismantled the entire Mafia. This memoir offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of John Gotti, shedding light on the legal battles and the ultimate downfall of one of America's most notorious crime figures.

Weight: 534g
Dimension: 164 x 236 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982186920