The Holy Thief: A Con Man's Journey from Darkness to Light

by Mark Borovitz and Alan Eisenstock

Book Overview

Mark Borovitz was a mobster, gangster, con man, gambler, thief, and a drunk. He's seen it all. In this inspiring memoir, he takes you on a journey from the streets to discovering his soul in a prison cell.

When Mark was fourteen, his father died and his world came crashing down. He stole, gambled, and drank, beginning a twenty-year life of crime, all the while trying to be the good son, the good brother, the good boy, but his life only spun...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 006056380X
• ISBN13: 9780060563806
• Release Date: November 2005
• Publisher: William Morrow & Company
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

I'm Already Imagining Myself Crying Watching the Movie

Next to the word inspiration in the dictionary should be a picture of Rabbi Mark Borovitz. This is the story of a man whom God chose to send to the deep valley of dispair and addiction so that he would have the experience and wisdom to encourage others to turn their lives around. Anyone in trouble or who knows someone in trouble should read(no-devour) this book.

Couldn't put it down!

Like another reviewer, I don't typically take the time to write a review of books I read. As the wife of an inmate who is changing his life for the better while incarcerated, I seek out inspirational stories of people who have hit rock bottom and have used that experience to reach out to others. I read a short review of this story in Reader's Digest and decided to seek it out. I read it cover to cover in a Saturday afternoon. The author is so frank, honest, and REAL. His story gives me hope for my husband's future, and proves that good can come after a life of mistakes.

Amazing and inspirational story

I never take time to post reviews about books, but I had to comment on this one. I couldn't put this book down. I was especially moved by Rabbi Borovitz's definition of love, which you'll have to wait until near the end to discover. But it's so worth the wait. What an amazing story!

Can't wait for the movie!

As a film producer, I get to read many books in galley form. This was one of the most enjoyable reads I've had in years. The story continues to surprise throughout the book. I loved it.

Great Story

What a great story. It really makes you feel like anything is possible.Very inspiring. I couldn't put it down.