Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty by Patrick Radden Keefe is a gripping work of narrative nonfiction that traces the rise of the Sackler family and their influence across medicine, business, and philanthropy. With meticulous reporting and sharp storytelling, it reveals how private power and public reputation can collide in unsettling ways.
Readers interested in investigative journalism, family dynasties, and real-world corporate accountability will find this book compelling and thought-provoking. Empire of Pain offers a powerful portrait of ambition, wealth, and the human cost of decisions made behind closed doors.
