Mafia Takedown - by Mike Campi (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

The true story of FBI agent Mike Campi who led some of the most relentless and successful attacks on organized crime in American history.

A unique and unexpected set of circumstances caused former FBI agent Mike Campi to finally step forward and reveal himself. The result is this tour de force, which details his years operating deeply in the trenches to devastate the mafia. You will learn how he took down a staggering array of mob bosses, underbosses, consiglieri, capos, soldiers, and other legends from all five New York crime families. He takes you inside his investigative, critical, make-or-break moments, which he navigated to achieve astonishing success. Along the way, he provides you with insight into the external and internal forces often working to undermine him. And he lifts the curtain to reveal the untold treachery and hypocrisy underlying the real American mafia, as illustrated by the words of one crime boss who was recorded by Mike describing his underlings: "They're suckers--we just use them."

Mafia Takedown, to be released on the anniversary of the infamous November 14, 1957, Apalachin meeting of top mafia leaders from the US and Italy, is chock-filled with an array of stunning facts and truths. A sample includes: the Catholic priest who fled America to save his life from the mob; mafia members recorded describing in their own words their innermost secrets; how Mike and federal prosecutors obtained the boss of all bosses Vincent "the Chin" Gigante's courthouse confession that his legendary crazy act was a fraud all along; what the Chin said when America was attacked on September 11, 2001; and the explosive, dark secret that almost undermined one of the most important undercover operations in the history of law enforcement.

You'll learn so much more: such as how and why the most important undercover mafioso in history wanted to work with Mike, and only with Mike; and how the Chin was only months away from escaping justice entirely. For fans of organized crime, of true crime, or simply of engaging and enjoyable stories--this book is an absolute must read.

Review Quotes

"It's an incredible read."
-- Jesse Watters

"Former FBI agent Mike Campi's exceptional integrity, insight, and irrepressible sense of humor shine in this groundbreaking book. An historic undercover investigation was born when Campi joined forces with the charismatic rising Mafia star Michael 'Cookie' D'Urso, who was hellbent on avenging a family murder and an attempt on his own life. Together they upended the singularly powerful and secretive Genovese crime family. Campi is a most trustworthy guide into the mob underworld, laying bare the treachery and hypocrisy of 'the life' so unlike Hollywood depictions. At the same time, Campi bravely focuses scrutiny on the FBI and a long-hidden scandal that threatened his greatest professional achievements."
--Kati Cornell, former federal court reporter for the New York Post and public information director for New York City's Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor

"Fuhgetaboutit! This book has it all. The history of the Italian Mafia and America's Cosa Nostra. The five families. The unmasking and takedown of Vincent 'the Chin' Gigante, a.k.a. 'the Oddfather, ' boss of the powerful Genovese crime family. Follow the investigation of mobsters by one of the FBI's most respected and legendary organized crime agents. You won't be able to put this book down as it is packed with never revealed info on these mobsters, their informants, and what led to their capture. Hollywood will definitely be knocking on Campi's doors."
--Joaquin "Jack" Garcia, retired FBI agent and author of Making Jack Falcone

"Campi's strategic tenacity as a mafia-busting FBI agent comes through page after page as he reveals the gruesome, twisted reality of the American mafia--where there is no honor among thieves, only treachery. Mafia Takedown is a captivating insider's account of the gangsters that have infiltrated and controlled many aspects of American life for over a century. I couldn't put it down."
--Katya Jestin, former AUSA and deputy chief, Organized Crime Section, Eastern District of New York

"If you want to read a book written by an amazing, relentless investigator who also has an incredible knowledge of La Cosa Nostra--this is it. Mike Campi is an 'encyclopedia' of Italian organized crime and was a phenomenal FBI case agent. The story of Mike 'Cookie' D'Urso and the aftermath of his shooting is a compelling story that shows the dark side of the Mob. Campi exposes the deceit of the underworld life and the internal FBI battles that come with the territory."
--Craig Donlon, retired FBI organized crime agent

"Mafia Takedown offers a rare insider look into the FBI's war against organized crime, narrated by one of the agency's most respected agents--Mike Campi, my first supervisor on the FBI Public Corruption Squad and an expert authority on mob affairs. Mike pulls back the curtain, unveiling the gritty realities of both the criminal underworld and internal power struggles in this gripping, no-holds-barred narrative. So if you've ever been curious about the high-octane world of taking down criminals and mobsters, this book is your front-row ticket. Don't be surprised if you find yourself on the edge of your seat."
--Brian Fitzpatrick, former FBI agent

"A page-turning master class in New York mob lore from the front lines of La Cosa Nostra."
--Larry McShane, author of Chin: The Life and Crimes of Mafia Boss Vincent Gigante

About the Author

Mike Campi's exceptional career as an FBI agent with the New York Division spanned both white-collar and organized crime, including financial fraud, labor racketeering, and political corruption. His main focus was the Genovese crime family, the most powerful and secretive organized crime family in the country. His investigations resulted in multiple devastating convictions of the Genovese family hierarchy, crippling this most sophisticated criminal enterprise. Campi retired as the Coordinator of the Organized Crime branch of the New York Division where he managed over 150 agents in the FBI's largest and most successful OC program. He was later recruited by a Swiss bank to be a vice president of Corporate Security for the Americas region.