Description
Author Vincent Patrick
Publisher Seaview Books; First Edition (January 1, 1979)
Binding hardcover with dustjacket
Condition very good with dustjacket protected with Brodart Archival covering
Summary
The Pope of Greenwich Village by Vincent Patrick is a gritty, character-driven novel set in New York City’s vibrant Italian-American neighborhood. It tells the story of Charlie, a small-time hustler, and his reckless, big-dreaming cousin, Paulie. Together, they get entangled in a risky heist that brings them up against mobsters, crooked cops, and the harsh reality of life on the edge. Readers will be drawn to Patrick’s vivid portrayal of the Greenwich Village neighborhood, where loyalty, ambition, and family bonds are tested. With dark humor and sharp dialogue, this novel delivers an unflinching look at dreams and desperation in the heart of NYC, making it a compelling read for fans of crime fiction and urban tales.