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  • The Chicago Phoenix

  • Jimmy Keene's Untold Story
  • By: James Keene
  • Narrated by: William Hurlbut
  • Length: 6 hrs
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (8 ratings)

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The Chicago Phoenix

By: James Keene
Narrated by: William Hurlbut
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Before Larry Hall and the events of Black Bird, Jimmy Keene already had a life that most people couldn’t begin to imagine.

Jimmy Keene has a promising future that could take him all the way to a professional sports career, but, instead, he has been secretly running a dangerous marijuana business since he was 13 years old. At a young age, Jimmy survives shootouts, brawls, robberies, and even a heist or two. Survival is never guaranteed.

Jimmy’s business thrives for two decades, until he is arrested and sent to prison. Less than two years later, Jimmy earns early release and a full pardon for aiding the FBI as an undercover operative - but his future has still gone up in smoke.

Newly freed from his perilous prison life, Jimmy is left with nothing but the memory of his former financial success and a determination to redeem his past mistakes.

This thrilling follow-up to Black Bird details Jimmy Keene’s action-packed time in the drug business, shares stunning details about his mission to absolve his past, and recounts his rise from the ashes to rebuild a better life and forge his own path all the way to Hollywood.

©2023 James Keene (P)2023 Silly Goat Media
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This is definitely a crazy true story.

I personally feel it is much better than Black Bird, it has more twists and turns, ins and outs, and more depth and is much more wild than Black Bird! No doubt it would make a good movie but I would think that it would make a much better series because of the in-depth content.

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Outstanding

I absolutely loved this book! I couldn’t stop listening to it! He is the best! 🤗🤗

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Great Detail

crazy to hear all that Jimmy risked as a operative for the FBI. The Detail of the book makes it hard to stop listening. Looking forward to a movie.like black bird

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Great read. So relatable

Leaving reviews is not my forte. But, I had to for this book and Jimmy’s story. He’s smart, resourceful and had to do what he felt necessary, under the circumstances. This book is 5 stars all day. Well done. Blackbird 2? Yes, please.

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Incredible from start to finish.

Very well written and narrated. Highly engaging and a truly remarkable story. I enjoyed Black Bird and found this story to be very complementary. I would also recommend this title on a stand alone basis. Didn't want the story to come to an end.

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Entertaining story

Crazy true story. Not as good as black bird, this one would make a great movie

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Make This A MiniSeries AppleTV!

Having watched Black Bird twice, I would love to see this as a prequel miniseries. Keene does such a good job of placing the reader/listener into an immersive experience that I want to SEE!. The narrator is one of the best I’ve heard and I have heard a lot. Hats off to both! Thanks for sharing your life with us. Most importantly, as a Hoosier, thank you for helping to keep Larry Hall exactly where he belongs, Mr. Keene! After listening to your book, I can see how your life experiences helped you to navigate the pressure of all you went through to help get the job done.

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