Four old men had spent most of their adult life in prison following many failed attempts to rob financial institutions. Now aged late 70s and early 80s, they are released from a long jail term to take up residence in a warden-controlled, local-authority owned block of self-contained apartments. Other residents are a strange mixture. The local diminutive vicar relaunches the campanology group. The bell-ringing group of gays drives the bats from the belfry, along with other animals. The four decide that life in Bogwash is not to their liking and plan the last heist, just to get convicted and return to a world they understand. Dressed as four gorillas, wearing flashy Bermuda shorts and high-visibility jackets, they plan on robbing a small post office.

On Aug. 14, 1975, eight daring thieves ransacked 148 massive safe-deposit boxes at a secret bank used by organized crime, La Cosa Nostra, and its associates in Providence, R.I. The crooks fled with duffle bags crammed full of cash, gold, silver, stamps, coins, jewels and high-end jewelry. The true value of the loot has always been kept secret, partly because it was ill-gotten to begin with, and partly because there was plenty of incentive to keep its true worth out of the limelight. It's one thing for authorities to admit they didn't find a trace of goods worth from $3 million to $4 million, and entirely another when what was at stake was more accurately valued at about $30 million, the equivalent of $120 million today. It was the biggest single payday in the criminal history of the Northeast. Nobody came close, not the infamous James "Whitey" Bulger, not John "The Dapper Don" Gotti, not even the Brinks or Wells Fargo robbers. The heist was bold enough and big enough to rock the underworld to its core, and it left La Cosa Nostra in the region awash in turmoil that still reverberates nearly 38 years later. "The Last Good Heist" is the inside story of the robbery and its aftermath.

After decades of stealing, Milo Baxter is finally free and making an honest living. But no amount of hard work can break the chains that bind him to Serena Metcalf. Years have passed, but when she shows up in his bar, he knows he’s never stopped loving her—even though he forced her out of his life twice. Having been raised as a criminal, Serena never dreamed she’d climb to the top of San Diego’s number-one real estate agency. Then a car accident results in a life-or-death chase through the city, and she flees to Milo’s bar for safety. Their past blows up in her face, but before she can leave, she gets a devastating call: her sister’s been kidnapped. Milo’s the only one who can help her with one last heist—lifting diamonds from her new potential client for her sister’s ransom. The clock is ticking, and Serena isn’t the only one with something to lose. Both she and Milo could lose their hearts, but first, they must fight to not lose their lives.

In a world on the brink of technological revolution, Cipher, a skilled hacker, is pulled into a high-stakes heist with the power to alter reality itself. TitanCorp, a ruthless corporate giant, has developed the Quantum Key, a device capable of manipulating the fabric of existence. Cipher, haunted by the loss of his loved ones, swears never to return to the life of danger. But when an old ally, Kara, reveals TitanCorp's devastating new plans, Cipher realizes he's the only one who can stop them. As Cipher assembles a team of specialists to take down TitanCorp, they uncover deep betrayals, face impossible choices, and grapple with the consequences of wielding world-altering power. With time running out, Cipher must decide: can he walk away from the fight, or will he risk everything to pull off the greatest heist in history? The Quantum Heist will keep readers on the edge of their seats with its blend of thrilling action, high-stakes drama, and profound ethical dilemmas.

Discover the Thrilling World of Daring Bank Robberies Delve into the shadowy domain of cunning thieves, illustrious heists, and the relentless pursuit of justice. The Ultimate Heist: Unraveling the Mysteries of Bank Robberies immerses readers in the electrifying world of high-stakes bank robberies, detailing the intricate ballet between criminal masterminds and law enforcement. From the historical roots of bank heists to the modern methods employed by today's most sophisticated criminals, each chapter offers an adrenaline-pumping journey through time and tactics. Grasp the evolution of these audacious crimes as you explore their beginnings and the ingenious strategies employed in planning and execution. Feel the suspense of the infamous Great Train Robbery, the meticulous planning behind the Brink's Job, and the notorious Lufthansa Heist. Each tale, rich with drama and detail, captures the peril and excitement of these outlaw legends. Peek into the minds of notorious criminals like Jesse James, John Dillinger, and the enigmatic Pink Panthers, whose psychological profiles reveal the motivations and madness behind their infamous deeds. Understand how their calculated maneuvers and audacious escapades have cemented their places in criminal history. Witness the duel between these heist architects and the tireless law enforcement agents determined to thwart them. Gain insights into FBI strategies, evolving security measures, and the cultural impacts of these high-profile crimes, portrayed vividly in film and literature. Beyond the thrill, grapple with the ethical and legal questions these crimes pose, from the pursuit of justice to the rights of the accused. Learn from detailed case studies in prevention, showcasing both triumphant interventions and instructive failures. Finally, ponder the future of bank robberies in the era of digital currency and emerging technologies. Will the digital age spell the end of the classic bank heist, or merely transform it? For those enticed by tales of cunning, courage, and consequence, this book offers an unparalleled investigation into one of the most riveting facets of criminal lore.

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER BARNES & NOBLE BESTSELLER AMAZON BESTSELLER "Paging through Serrano's Movies (and Other Things) is like taking a long drive at night with a friend; there's that warmth and familiarity where the chat is more important than the fastest route from Point A to Point B...It's like a textbook gone right; your attention couldn't wander if it tried." -- Elisabeth Egan, New York Times Book Review Shea Serrano is back, and his new book, Movies (And Other Things),combines the fury of a John Wick shootout, the sly brilliance of Regina George holding court at a cafeteria table, and the sheer power of a Denzel monologue, all into one. Movies (And Other Things) is a book about, quite frankly, movies (and other things). One of the chapters, for example, answers which race Kevin Costner was able to white savior the best, because did you know that he white saviors Mexicans in McFarland, USA, and white saviors Native Americans in Dances with Wolves, and white saviors Black people in Black or White, and white saviors the Cleveland Browns in Draft Day? Another of the chapters, for a second example, answers what other high school movie characters would be in Regina George's circle of friends if we opened up the Mean Girls universe to include other movies (Johnny Lawrence is temporarily in, Claire from The Breakfast Club is in, Ferris Bueller is out, Isis from Bring It On is out...). Another of the chapters, for a third example, creates a special version of the Academy Awards specifically for rom-coms, the most underrated movie genre of all. And another of the chapters, for a final example, is actually a triple chapter that serves as an NBA-style draft of the very best and most memorable moments in gangster movies. Many, many things happen in Movies (And Other Things), some of which funny, others of which are sad, a few of which are insightful, and all of which are handled with the type of care and dedication to the smallest details and pockets of pop culture that only a book by Shea Serrano can provide.

Based on 2019 Blockbuster hit "GTA V: THE FINAL WAR"! Explore the danger of this book as, Micheal, Franklin, Trevor, Jimmy, Amanda & More GTA V Characters, goes to great lengths to tear Los Santos apart. Trevor's childhood itself was an unhappy one. His father was physically abusive towards him, as stated in Hang Ten, while his mother was emotionally abusive, overbearing, treated him with condescension and saw him as a "useless boy" who cared little about his mother. When he was a child, Trevor's father abandoned him in a shopping mall, which Trevor later burned down in retaliation. Trevor also had a brother named Ryan, whom Trevor was not fond of. Ryan died in an "accident" prior to 2013. His first job involved robbing a place that cashed checks. However, Trevor was caught because the clerk turned out to be someone who knew him, resulting in him serving four months of a six month sentence. Over time, Michael developed a relationship with a stripper, Amanda, which created some friction between them, due to Trevor and Amanda's mutual hatred of each other. Despite this, Trevor became seen as an uncle to the couple's children, Jimmy and Tracey, although Jimmy is understandably nervous around Trevor. Over the following years, Michael became more cautious as a criminal, because he saw himself as having more to lose should he be imprisoned or killed, which led Trevor to believe Michael was going "soft". Some time later, Trevor met Brad Snider, who would often join Trevor and Michael and commit robberies together. Michael and Brad did not trust or like each other, but Trevor got along with Brad to a certain degree. Not long before the Prologue, Trevor told Brad about his beliefs of Michael going "soft". Brad then suggested that they should cut off Michael and work only with each other. Trevor declined, believing he should stay loyal to Michael. Everything that is in both films are heavly tied in this book from Airplane Crashes to Cop Shootouts!