CRUSADERS, GANGSTERS, AND WHISKEY Prohibition in Memphis

Author Patrick O'Daniel dives into the moonshine days of Memphis during Prohibition and beyond. The backstreets and backwoods cat-and-mouse chases between law enforcement and individuals making and selling alcohol illegally are brought to life, thanks to Johnny Heller's narration. Heller uses an appropriate tone for the stories of good guys versus bad guys, never drastically changing his voice for various characters but altering it slightly enough to make quotes clear. The era affected multiple aspects of life in Memphis, and those interested in the time period will enjoy the ride. Heller's voice is always engaging. Each section of the audiobook offers a slice of life--a particular moment or theme--so the work can be listened to in bites. M.B. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2022]