Empire of Pain

In the shadows of American wealth and power lies a tale of greed, deception, and devastating consequences. "Empire of Pain" by Patrick Radden Keefe unveils the shocking story of the Sackler family, whose pharmaceutical empire fueled the opioid crisis. This gripping narrative takes us on a journey through three generations of a dynasty that built their fortune on the backs of countless victims. From the ambitious rise of Arthur Sackler to the ruthless marketing tactics of OxyContin, Keefe exposes the dark underbelly of a family obsessed with profit at any cost. Prepare to be captivated by a true story that reads like a thriller, revealing how one family's actions forever changed the landscape of American healthcare and left a trail of addiction and despair in its wake.

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