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The book is based on the true story of the mobster Henry Hill. It is the book that Goodfellas was made after, in fact Nicholas Pileggi co-wrote the script and the version I listened to had an introduction by Martin Scorsese. I had not realized how closely Goodfellas was based on true events so the book had the added benefit of making me appreciate the movie even more. The book and movie are thus very much alike, with the book just going deeper into characters and events, the epilogue was also very interesting.

You get the feeling of a man telling his story without holding anything back, with nothing to lose and that would be a rare thing from a man this deeply involved into a major New York crime family at the height of organized crime in the US. Pileggi's writing style is gripping and informative, making it a page-turner for anyone interested in the inner workings of the mafia. Pileggi's extensive research and interviews with Hill and others provide a unique and authentic perspective on the life of a wiseguy.

Overall, the book is simply great, Wiseguy is a must-read for fans of true crime and anyone interested in the history of organized crime in America.