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Mob Queen.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly, 2025, v. 272, n. 15. P. 31 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

Erin Bledsoe's novel "Mob Queen" delves into the life of historical crime figure Virginia Hill, portraying her as a powerful player in the Chicago mob during the 1930s-1940s. Despite being known as the girlfriend of gangster Bugsy Siegel, Virginia's self-preservation skills and involvement in organized crime reveal a complex and intriguing character. The narrative explores Virginia's journey from surviving abuse to becoming comfortable with carrying out the mob's work, offering a humanizing perspective on a notorious woman in history. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Publishers Weekly. 2025/04, Vol. 272, Issue 15, p31
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:184480275
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