The Devil's Boroughs: Real Gangs of NYC's Darkest Years pulls back the curtain on the savage underworld that ruled the five boroughs during the city's most violent era. From the tenements of the Bronx to the rooftops of Harlem, from Brooklyn's firebombed alleys to the crack-choked corners of Queens, this book dives into the lives and deaths of real gangs that operated with blood-soaked purpose. Each chapter profiles a different crew - their origins, territory, symbols, crimes, and downfall. Inside you'll find: Over 30 real gangs, including the Savage Skulls, Black Spades, Dreadheads, and Conquerors Detailed true accounts of gang wars, executions, and lost street legends Vivid, atmospheric writing that brings the 70s and 80s NYC streets to life Forgotten crews, brutal tactics, and the scars they left on the city Based on true research and written with raw authenticity, this is not just a gang history - it's a memorial to a time when the streets of New York belonged to anyone strong enough to take them... and ruthless enough to keep them.