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Howie Carr

The Brothers Bulger: How They Terrorized and Corrupted Boston for a Quarter Century

"The Brothers Bulger: How They Terrorized and Corrupted Boston for a Quarter Century" by Howie Carr is a gripping exploration of the criminal underworld that operated in Boston for over two decades. The book delves into the lives of the notorious Bulger brothers, Whitey and Billy, and their reign of terror and corruption in the city. Carr, a veteran journalist and columnist for the Boston Herald, provides a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the Bulger brothers' rise to power and their eventual downfall. The book offers a fascinating look at the intricate web of organized crime, political corruption, and law enforcement collusion that allowed the Bulgers to thrive for so long. At the heart of the story is Whitey Bulger, the ruthless and cunning leader of the Winter Hill Gang, who became one of the most wanted fugitives in the country after evading capture for over a decade. Through extensive interviews with former associates, law enforcement officials, and victims of the Bulger brothers' crimes, Carr paints a vivid portrait of a man who was both feared and revered in Boston's criminal underworld. But the book is not just about Whitey Bulger. It also tells the story of his brother Billy, a powerful state senator who used his political influence to protect his brother and his criminal enterprise. The book reveals the shocking extent of the corruption that permeated the highest levels of Massachusetts politics and law enforcement, and the devastating impact it had on the city of Boston. "The Brothers Bulger" is a masterful work of true crime writing that combines meticulous research with compelling storytelling. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of organized crime in America, and a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of corruption and unchecked power...