Sketches of Gotham

A vivid portrait of early‑20th‑century city life emerges through a series of sharp, off‑beat tales centered on a charismatic “Badger Moll.” She’s a sleek, daring woman who mixes dazzling dance moves with cunning cons, moving through hotels, resorts, and night‑clubs with the poise of a tiger on the hunt. Each vignette captures her razor‑sharp intuition, her ability to read a room, and the high‑stakes games she plays with wealthy men who underestimate her allure.

The stories unfold in a brisk, almost cinematic style, letting listeners feel the clink of glasses, the flash of a masked ball, and the tension of a heist that could end in a cell at Sing Sing. While the Moll’s world is full of glamour and danger, the collection also hints at a shifting landscape—new, more educated women taking the game to higher levels. It’s a snapshot of a bygone era, full of wit, intrigue, and the restless energy of a city that never sleeps.