What's Done is Done: A story of organized crime; 1926

Louis Angellotti invites readers into What's Done is Done: A Story of Organized Crime; Chicagoland 1926, a gripping historical crime novel set in the perilous heart of Prohibition-era Chicagoland. Charged with suspense and vivid atmosphere, the story unveils a world where ambition and survival demand a steep, often lethal cost.Beneath the flickering streetlights of Chicago Heights, thirty miles from the city’s roar, Sicilian mobster Tony Provenzano draws Armando Massetti into a business venture that promises respectability but swiftly spirals into a labyrinth of crime and betrayal. Caught between his loyalty to Provenzano and his devotion to the Narduccis, Massetti faces threats from the merciless Jim Lambisi and the sly John Pramanti, all while falling under the spell of the lovely Mafalda DiGianni. As danger thickens and violence simmers just below the surface, Armando must navigate a maze of deception and shifting allegiances, sinking ever deeper into Provenzano’s plot to seize the Narducci empire and carve out his own legacy in the criminal underworld. The narrative thrums with bloodshed, the smoky allure of speakeasies, secret brothels, and a high-stakes liquor heist that sets the stage for a breathtaking finale.Angellotti weaves real-life Prohibition-era crime into his narrative, lending it authenticity and depth. The novel conjures the era’s raw grit and magnetic allure, from the haze of speakeasies to the secrecy of backroom deals. Through evocative storytelling, Angellotti delves into power, loyalty, and ambition, crafting a layered portrait of characters torn between survival and conscience.This novel beckons to readers who crave historical fiction steeped in crime and driven by complex characters. Enthusiasts of organized crime tales and immersive period settings will be swept into the vivid world Angellotti crafts. The book delivers both gripping entertainment and thoughtful reflection, illuminating the desires and fears that propel people down perilous roads.Brimming with murder, betrayal, daring heists, rich history, and forbidden romance, this book is a must-read for fans of historical crime fiction in the tradition of David Mamet (Chicago), James Carlos Blake (Handsome Harry), Elmore Leonard (The Hot Kid), and David Fulmer's Valentine St. Cyr novels.Angellotti’s distinctive voice enlivens the genre, fusing historical detail with riveting storytelling. His work probes the tangled realities of crime and those drawn to its perils, establishing him as a standout in historical crime fiction. Read more