This book describes how the author, John Dickson, come to London and eventually ends up in the "firm" - the Kray's gang. It goes on to follow his life in the "firm".
Given the notoriety of the Kray's I was pleasantly surprised by the understated tone of the book. There was no gratuitous over description of the violence employed by the twins. Indeed, in some places the tone is a little simplistic - not surprising I suppose given the background of the author. At least it added an air of believability.
As with any book like this, which presents the author's perspective, you need a degree of cynicism when he tries to justify his life.
All in all a decent enough read which added to my understanding of gang life in London at that time.
Given the notoriety of the Kray's I was pleasantly surprised by the understated tone of the book. There was no gratuitous over description of the violence employed by the twins. Indeed, in some places the tone is a little simplistic - not surprising I suppose given the background of the author. At least it added an air of believability.
As with any book like this, which presents the author's perspective, you need a degree of cynicism when he tries to justify his life.
All in all a decent enough read which added to my understanding of gang life in London at that time.