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Macon Library Book Club: The Killing Fields of East New York by Stacy Horn

Join the Macon Library Book Club for our discussion on The Killing Fields of East New York: the first subprime mortgage scandal, a white-collar crime spree, and the collapse of an American neighborhood by Stacy Horn! Come share your thoughts on the book and get to know other readers in your community. "A compulsively readable hybrid of true crime and investigative journalism, The Killing Fields of East New York reveals how white-collar crime reduced a prospering neighborhood to abandoned buildings and empty lots. Following the dual threads of the hunt for the network of criminals behind the first subprime mortgage scandal and the ensuing downfall of East New York, Stacy Horn weaves a compelling narrative of government failure, a desperate community, and ultimately the largest series of mortgage fraud prosecutions in American history. The Killing Fields of East New York deftly demonstrates how different types of crime are profoundly entangled, and how the crimes committed in nice suits and corner offices are just as destructive as those committed on the street". Place your copy on hold with our online catalog or visit the branch as copies become available at the front desk. No need to finish the book beforehand! The group typically meets the first Tuesday of the month. We read & discuss a variety of books. All are welcome!