Ballad of the Gangster's Daughter by Zachary Slingsby - ISBN: 9798895656853
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Daughter of a gangster, her family’s tragedies define her choices.
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Ballad of the Gangster's Daughter

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  • Paperback

    272 pages

  • Release Date

    27 August 2026

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Summary

Even bad men have daughters that can’t wait for them to come home.

Serena Magic is the gifted middle child of a criminal entrepreneur from the Bronx. By the time she is twelve, her father Gerard has cobbled together enough street victories to relocate their family to the affluent suburbs of Connecticut. All is lush and green until the tranquility of their escape is viciously disrupted when a series of tragedies claims one Magic daughter after another.

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Book Details

ISBN-13:9798895656853
Author:Zachary Slingsby
Publisher:Post Hill Press
Imprint:Post Hill Press
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:272
Release Date:27 August 2026
Weight:227g
Dimensions:229mm x 152mm
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Critics Review

Ballad of the Gangster’s Daughter is a sweeping, cinematic tragedy. Slingsby writes with meticulous humanity; from fire-hydrant Bronx to fluorescent Florida. Serena Magic is a protagonist of depth and resilience, and her journey is rendered with polished, astute prose. A haunting, compelling read.” – John Reed, author of A Still Small Voice
“Slingsby boasts a keen eye for social observation across classes, age groups, and professions, and plots that engage the reader with the many elements of power. He has a natural flair for language that manages simultaneously to propel his narrative, provide insight into his characters’ minds, and advance his thematic agenda.” – Dale Peck, New York Times bestselling author of Now It’s Time to Say Goodbye
“Zachary Slingsby is a gifted storyteller who has created an irresistible narrative peopled with characters who live on the page.” – Patrick McGrath, award-winning author of Asylum

About The Author

Zachary Slingsby

Zachary Slingsby is an award-winning writer, filmmaker, and the co-creator of the comedy platform and brand entertainment studio King Jester, featuring some of the best comedians and satire online. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife and five children.

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