If you think Basciano was a clown then I would Iike to know more clowns like him. If you think he is stupid and not worthy of a book then don't read it. If the other families think he was a joke and didn't think highly of him well maybe they were just intimidated by him. Basciano was a force on the streets. He did bad but the good he did should also be recognized. He was a smart business man above all. I think its about time a book came out on him. This is my opinion. Whatever your views or opinions may be are you right. I am sure many people will enjoy reading the rise and fall of him. I have read it and think it was well written and was very interesting. Some may like some may not but everyone is entitled to there own opinions and views. You don't have to be a hater right from the start.