Empire of Sin

The city’s rich musical history is well-known, but how did Gary Krist decide to highlight its darker, more turbulent moments? I’d love to know what sparked this unique angle.

The vivid descriptions made me feel like I was there, but I wonder if the real history matches this lively depiction or if some of it was dramatized for storytelling.

It’s a compelling read, but I’m curious if the author took creative liberties or stayed strictly true to the documented events and personalities.