Listen to American Desperado: My Life--From Mafia Soldier to Cocaine Cowboy to Secret Government Asset by Jon Roberts
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
The true story of super-criminal Jon Roberts, star of the documentary Cocaine Cowboys. American Desperado is Roberts’ no-holds-barred account of being born into Mafia royalty, witnessing his first murder at the age of seven, becoming a hunter-assassin in Vietnam, returning to New York to become--at age 22--one of the city’s leading nightclub impresarios, then journeying to Miami where in a few short years he would rise to become the Medellin Cartel’s most effective smuggler. But that’s just half the tale. The roster of Roberts’ friends and acquaintances reads like a Who’s Who of the latter half of the 20th century and includes everyone from Jimi Hendrix, Richard Pryor, and O.J. Simpson to Carlo Gambino, Meyer Lansky, and Manuel Noriega. Nothing if not colorful, Roberts surrounded himself with beautiful women, drove his souped-up street car at a top speed of 180 miles per hour, shared his bed with a 200-pound cougar, and employed a 6”6” professional wrestler called “The Thing” as his bodyguard. Ultimately, Roberts became so powerful that he attracted the attention of the Republican Party’s leadership, was wooed by them, and even was co-opted by the CIA for which he carried out its secret agenda. Scrupulously documented and relentlessly propulsive, this collaboration between a bloodhound journalist and one of the most audacious criminals ever is like no other crime book you’ve ever read.
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! 🏝️🎧 Escaping to paradise with a beach read – this app is my vacation in audio form! 🏖️📖 ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed.
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now