T.J. English's absorbing well researched book is as satisfying as a Rum Mob:
1 parts coconut milk
1 part rum
generously squeeze lime
and fresh grated ginger
pour over ice and enjoy learning about Cuba and how the mob infiltrated the tiny island 90 miles from Florida. The book is well-written and researched with Sinatra, the razzle-dazzle scheme that led tourists to lose fortunes, to prostitutes, showgirls and world class nightclubs like the Tropicana. And the mob was everywhere. The book chronicles the rise of Castro and the fall of Batista, the corruption and the seedy side of life. Its a sexy book, an informative book, an excellent book with an excellent rum punch!I was thrilled at the mention (small) of Harold Minsky and knew of the places some of my burlesquers played at. English brings this era to life.