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- Publication Date
- 2010-02-02
- Pages
- 319
- ISBN
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Publisher
Union Square Press
ISBN-10
1402766513
ISBN-13
9781402766510
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78352772
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Book Title
Flawless : inside the Largest Diamond Heist in History
Number of Pages
336 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Industries / Retailing, Industries / General, General
Publication Year
2010
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Yes
Genre
True Crime, Business & Economics
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Hardcover
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Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
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Intended Audience
Trade
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2009-040766
Reviews
Praise for FLAWLESS: Fans of caper books and movies will be in seventh heaven here. …A must-read for true-crime fans." — Booklist (Starred Review) …a riveting narrative…" — Boston Globe "...a fascinating chronicle...Like a finely cut gem, this well-polished, multifaceted book sparkles." -- Publishers Weekly "Fans of true crime (especially those who appreciate less violence and no gore) and of crime caper movies will especially enjoy this fun romp." -- Library Journal "Exciting, well-crafted tale...Selby and Campbell ( Blood Diamonds: Tracing The Deadly Path of the World''s Most Precious Stones , 2002, etc.) provide an engrossing nonfiction thriller...an effective, well-researched collaboration, in which the classic heist story illustrates the seamy underbelly and criminal lure behind the bright facade of the diamond industry. Sure to appeal to armchair rogues and, like Blood Diamond , cinema-ready." -- Kirkus Reviews Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage, Flawless is simply too good to miss." —Ulrich Boser, author of The Gardner Heist With Flawless , Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it , you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."—Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi, New York Times bestselling authors of The Monster of Florence The first #145;must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever. Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details. I loved it."—Gregg Olsen, New York Times bestselling author of Starvation Heights That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story is brilliantly told, it''s a discovery worth shouting about. Flawless will leave you gasping as the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."—Lee Gruenfeld, co-author of Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief In Flawless , Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact, Flawless is a rare true crime story—a real diamond in the rough."—Julian Rubinstein, author of Ballad of the Whiskey Robber [D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright. Handle with discretion—you might be up all night reading."—Tom Zoellner, author of The Heartless Stone and Uranium Flawless is flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book. Flawless is an incredible, true, page-turning account of a half-billion dollar diamond robbery—the boldest, most daring diamond theft in the world."—J. North Conway, author of King of Heists The gripping story of an incredible crime. This tale of old-fashioned criminal enterprise has been told with a level of research that immerses you in a fascinating journey into the hidden world of diamond trading."—Neil Forsyth, author of Other People''s Money You could not invent a better crime story. From the very first step into that ransacked vault, Selby and Campbell have you." —Kevin Krajick, author of Barren Lands A thoroughly modern and riveting tale of the world''s biggest diamond heist. With vivid storytelling and fascinating detail, Selby and Campbell piece together every step of mastermind Leonardo Notarbartolo''s plan, and the investigation that left detectives dumbfounded. Full of intrigue and suspense, Flawless is a terrific read."—Gilbert King, author of The Execution of Willie Francis, Praise for FLAWLESS: "Fans of caper books and movies will be in seventh heaven here. ...A must-read for true-crime fans." -- Booklist (Starred Review) "...a riveting narrative..." -- Boston Globe "...a fascinating chronicle...Like a finely cut gem, this well-polished, multifaceted book sparkles." -- Publishers Weekly "Fans of true crime (especially those who appreciate less violence and no gore) and of crime caper movies will especially enjoy this fun romp." -- Library Journal "Exciting, well-crafted tale...Selby and Campbell ( Blood Diamonds: Tracing The Deadly Path of the World''s Most Precious Stones , 2002, etc.) provide an engrossing nonfiction thriller...an effective, well-researched collaboration, in which the classic heist story illustrates the seamy underbelly and criminal lure behind the bright facade of the diamond industry. Sure to appeal to armchair rogues and, like Blood Diamond , cinema-ready." -- Kirkus Reviews "Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage, Flawless is simply too good to miss." --Ulrich Boser, author of The Gardner Heist "With Flawless , Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it , you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."--Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi, New York Times bestselling authors of The Monster of Florence "The first ''must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever. Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details. I loved it."--Gregg Olsen, New York Times bestselling author of Starvation Heights "That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story is brilliantly told, it''s a discovery worth shouting about. Flawless will leave you gasping as the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."--Lee Gruenfeld, co-author of Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief "In Flawless , Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact, Flawless is a rare true crime story--a real diamond in the rough."--Julian Rubinstein, author of Ballad of the Whiskey Robber "[D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright. Handle with discretion--you might be up all night reading."--Tom Zoellner, author of The Heartless Stone and Uranium " Flawless is flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book. Flawless is an incredible, true, page-turning account of a half-billion dollar diamond robbery--the boldest, most daring diamond theft in the world."--J. North Conway, author of King of Heists "The gripping story of an incredible crime. This tale of old-fashioned criminal enterprise has been told with a level of research that immerses you in a fascinating journey into the hidden world of diamond trading."--Neil Forsyth, author of Other People''s Money "You could not invent a better crime story. From the very first step into that ransacked vault, Selby and Campbell have you." --Kevin Krajick, author of Barren Lands "A thoroughly modern and riveting tale of the world''s biggest diamond heist. With vivid storytelling and fascinating detail, Selby and Campbell piece together every step of mastermind Leonardo Notarbartolo''s plan, and the investigation that left detectives dumbfounded. Full of intrigue and suspense, Flawless is a terrific read."--Gilbert King, author of The Execution of Willie Francis, Praise for FLAWLESS:"...a fascinating chronicle...Like a finely cut gem, this well-polished, multifaceted book sparkles." --Publishers Weekly "Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage,Flawlessis simply too good to miss." -Ulrich Boser, author ofThe Gardner Heist "WithFlawless, Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it,you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."-Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi,New York Timesbestselling authors ofThe Monster of Florence "The first 'must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever. Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details. I loved it."-Gregg Olsen,New YorkTimesbestselling author ofStarvationHeights "That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story is brilliantly told, it's a discovery worth shouting about.Flawlesswill leave you gasping as the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."-Lee Gruenfeld, co-author ofConfessions of a Master Jewel Thief "InFlawless, Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact,Flawlessis a rare true crime story-a real diamond in the rough."-Julian Rubinstein, author ofBallad of the Whiskey Robber "[D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright. Handle with discretion-you might be up all night reading."-Tom Zoellner, author ofThe Heartless StoneandUranium"Flawlessis flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book.Flawlessis an incredible, true, page-turning account of a half-billion dollar diamond robbery-the boldest, most daring diamond theft in the world."-J. North Conway, author ofKing of Heists "The gripping story of an incredible crime. This tale of old-fashioned criminal enterprise has been told with a level of research that immerses you in a fascinating journey into the hidden world of diamond trading."-Neil Forsyth, author ofOther People's Money "You could not invent a better crime story. From the very first step into that ransacked vault, Selby and Campbell have you." -Kevin Krajick, author ofBarren Lands "A thoroughly modern and riveting tale of the world's biggest diamond, Praise for FLAWLESS: "...a fascinating chronicle...Like a finely cut gem, this well-polished, multifaceted book sparkles." --Publishers Weekly "Fans of true crime (especially those who appreciate less violence and no gore) and of crime caper movies will especially enjoy this fun romp." --Library Journal"Exciting, well-crafted tale...Selby and Campbell (Blood Diamonds: Tracing The Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones, 2002, etc.) provide an engrossing nonfiction thriller...an effective, well-researched collaboration, in which the classic heist story illustrates the seamy underbelly and criminal lure behind the bright facade of the diamond industry. Sure to appeal to armchair rogues and, likeBlood Diamond, cinema-ready." --Kirkus Reviews "Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage,Flawlessis simply too good to miss." -Ulrich Boser, author ofThe Gardner Heist "WithFlawless, Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it,you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."-Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi,New York Timesbestselling authors ofThe Monster of Florence "The first 'must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever. Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details. I loved it."-Gregg Olsen,New YorkTimesbestselling author ofStarvationHeights "That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story is brilliantly told, it's a discovery worth shouting about.Flawlesswill leave you gasping as the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."-Lee Gruenfeld, co-author ofConfessions of a Master Jewel Thief "InFlawless, Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact,Flawlessis a rare true crime story-a real diamond in the rough."-Julian Rubinstein, author ofBallad of the Whiskey Robber "[D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright. Handle with discretion-you might be up all night reading."-Tom Zoellner, author ofThe Heartless StoneandUranium"Flawlessis flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book.Flawlessis an incredible, true, page-turning account of a half-billion dollar diamond robbery-the boldest, most daring diamond theft in the world."-J. North Conway, author ofKing of Heists "The gripping story of an incredible crime. This, Praise for FLAWLESS: "Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage,Flawlessis simply too good to miss."-Ulrich Boser, author ofThe Gardner Heist "WithFlawless, Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbelltake the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it,you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."-Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi,New York Timesbestselling authors ofThe Monster of Florence "The first 'must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever.Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details.I loved it."-Gregg Olsen,New YorkTimesbestselling author ofStarvationHeights "That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story isbrilliantly told, it's a discovery worth shouting about.Flawlesswill leave you gaspingas the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."-Lee Gruenfeld, co-author ofConfessions of a Master Jewel Thief "InFlawless, Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact,Flawlessis a rare true crime story-a real diamond in the rough."-Julian Rubinstein, author ofBallad of the Whiskey Robber "[D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright.Handle with discretion-you might be up all night reading."-Tom Zoellner, author ofThe Heartless StoneandUranium"Flawlessis flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book.Flawlessis an incredible, true, page-turning account of a half-billion dollar diamond robbery-the boldest, most daring diamond theft in the world."-J. North Conway, author ofKing of Heists "The gripping story of an incredible crime.This tale of old-fashioned criminal enterprise has been told with a level of research that immerses you in afascinatingjourney into the hidden world of diamond trading."-Neil Forsyth, author ofOther People's Money "You could not invent a better crime story.From the very first step into that ransacked vault, Selby and Campbell have you." -Kevin Krajick, author ofBarren Lands "A thoroughly modern andrivetingtale of the world's biggest diamond heist. With vivid sto, Praise for FLAWLESS: "Fans of caper books and movies will be in seventh heaven here. …A must-read for true-crime fans." -Booklist(Starred Review) "…a riveting narrative…" -Boston Globe "...a fascinating chronicle...Like a finely cut gem, this well-polished, multifaceted book sparkles." --Publishers Weekly "Fans of true crime (especially those who appreciate less violence and no gore) and of crime caper movies will especially enjoy this fun romp." --Library Journal"Exciting, well-crafted tale...Selby and Campbell (Blood Diamonds: Tracing The Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones, 2002, etc.) provide an engrossing nonfiction thriller...an effective, well-researched collaboration, in which the classic heist story illustrates the seamy underbelly and criminal lure behind the bright facade of the diamond industry. Sure to appeal to armchair rogues and, likeBlood Diamond, cinema-ready." --Kirkus Reviews "Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage,Flawlessis simply too good to miss." -Ulrich Boser, author ofThe Gardner Heist "WithFlawless, Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it,you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."-Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi,New York Timesbestselling authors ofThe Monster of Florence "The first 'must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever. Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details. I loved it."-Gregg Olsen,New YorkTimesbestselling author ofStarvationHeights "That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story is brilliantly told, it's a discovery worth shouting about.Flawlesswill leave you gasping as the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."-Lee Gruenfeld, co-author ofConfessions of a Master Jewel Thief "InFlawless, Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact,Flawlessis a rare true crime story-a real diamond in the rough."-Julian Rubinstein, author ofBallad of the Whiskey Robber "[D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright. Handle with discretion-you might be up all night reading."-Tom Zoellner, author ofThe Heartless StoneandUranium"Flawlessis flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book.Flawles, Praise for FLAWLESS: Fans of caper books and movies will be in seventh heaven here. …A must-read for true-crime fans." — Booklist (Starred Review) …a riveting narrative…" — Boston Globe "...a fascinating chronicle...Like a finely cut gem, this well-polished, multifaceted book sparkles." -- Publishers Weekly "Fans of true crime (especially those who appreciate less violence and no gore) and of crime caper movies will especially enjoy this fun romp." -- Library Journal "Exciting, well-crafted tale...Selby and Campbell ( Blood Diamonds: Tracing The Deadly Path of the World''s Most Precious Stones , 2002, etc.) provide an engrossing nonfiction thriller...an effective, well-researched collaboration, in which the classic heist story illustrates the seamy underbelly and criminal lure behind the bright facade of the diamond industry. Sure to appeal to armchair rogues and, like Blood Diamond , cinema-ready." -- Kirkus Reviews Part whodunit, part mob tell-all, part diamond underworld reportage, Flawless is simply too good to miss." —Ulrich Boser, author of The Gardner Heist With Flawless , Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take the genre of true crime to a new level. Reading it , you realize that sometimes reality can be more fantastic than most action films."—Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi, New York Times bestselling authors of The Monster of Florence The first ‘must-be-read-with-popcorn' book ever. Selby and Campbell's propulsive and cinematic narrative shimmers with truth, hubris and knowing details. I loved it."—Gregg Olsen, New York Times bestselling author of Starvation Heights That real life often outdoes fiction is no longer surprising, but when a true story is brilliantly told, it''s a discovery worth shouting about. Flawless will leave you gasping as the authors gradually peel back the covers on one of the most audacious acts of high stakes mischief in the history of thievery."—Lee Gruenfeld, co-author of Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief In Flawless , Selby and Campbell expertly dissect this audacious crime in a compellingly expansive investigation ranging from the intricacies of the diamond industry to the history of the mob in Italy. A story that could have been ripped from the pages of a movie script but which is rooted in fact, Flawless is a rare true crime story—a real diamond in the rough."—Julian Rubinstein, author of Ballad of the Whiskey Robber [D]azzling. Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell take us into the minds of top-drawer jewel thieves who view every lock as a challenge, every cop as a fool and everyone else's diamonds as their own birthright. Handle with discretion—you might be up all night reading."—Tom Zoellner, author of The Heartless Stone and Uranium Flawless is flawless. This is a one-hundred carat gem of a book. Flawless is an incredible, true, page-turning account of a half-billion dollar diamond robbery—the boldest, most daring diamond theft in the world."—J. North Conway, author of King of Heists The gripping story of an incredible crime. This tale of old-fashioned criminal enterprise has been told with a level of research that immerses you in a fascinating journey into the hidden world of diamond trading."—Neil Forsyth, author of Other People''s Money You could not invent a better crime story. From the very first step into that ransacked vault, Selby and Campbell have you." —Kevin Krajick, author of Barren Lands A thoroughly modern and riveting tale of the world''s biggest diamond heist. With vivid storytelling and fascinating detail, Selby and Campbell piece together every step of mastermind Leonardo Notarbartolo''s plan, and the investigation that left detectives dumbfounded. Full of intrigue and suspense, Flawless is a terrific read."—Gilbert King, author of The Execution of Willie Francis
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
364.16
Synopsis
On February 15, 2003, a group of thieves broke into an allegedly airtight vault in the international diamond capital of Antwerp, Belgium and made off with over $108 million dollars worth of diamonds and other valuables. They did so without tripping an alarm or injuring a single guard in the process. Although the crime was perfect, the getaway was not. The police zeroed in on a band of professional thieves fronted by Leonardo Notarbartolo, a dapper Italian who had rented an office in the Diamond Center and clandestinely cased its vault for over two years. The "who" of the crime had been answered, but the "how" remained largely a mystery. Enter Scott Andrew Selby, a Harvard Law grad and diamond expert, and Greg Campbell, author of Blood Diamonds , who undertook a global goose chase to uncover the true story behind the daring heist. Tracking the threads of the story throughout Europe--from Belgium to Italy, in seedy cafs and sleek diamond offices--the authors sorted through an array of conflicting details, divergent opinions and incongruous theories to put together the puzzle of what actually happened that Valentine's Day weekend. This real-life Ocean's Eleven --a combination of diamond history, journalistic reportage, and riveting true-crime story--provides a thrilling in-depth study detailing the better-than-fiction heist of the century.
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HV6665.B42
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