As a former New Yorker, I found this book highly interesting.. Much of what I've read in here was stuff that I was already aware of. Even not being a resident in NY any longer, I tend to keep on top of current events, politics, etc. However, there was a great deal that I had either forgotten or wasn't aware of.and was not entirely shocked at, but none the less still sadden to read. New York at one time was getting back on track. Until Bill De Blasio., Yes, there are others to blame but much of what you'll read here is about him.

With the division in our country right now, it will be the same with this book. If your a Republican you will probably recommend it to others. If your a Democrat you probably will burn this book.

I believe Seth Barron did a fantastic job describing the state of NY, how it got to be that way and those who were key players. One thing is for sure I think all New Yorkers should take the time to read this. .

This book was very interesting, as it presented quite shocking examples with a very factual, detached tone. This is a first for me by the author and one I enjoyed and would read more of their work. The book cover is eye-catching and appealing and would spark my interest if in a bookshop. Thank you very much to the author, publisher and Netgalley for this ARC.

3.5/5.

Seth Barron's "The Last Days of New York: a reporter's true tale of how a city died" is not only a must-read for New Yorkers, but also should be read by anyone who has ever loved New York City. The book focuses on how the complete ineptitude of Mayor DeBlasio has ruined New York. This book is not full of generalities; rather, irrefutable examples are offered to support every proposition set forth by Barron. The book also explores other forces (NYC City Council, etc) that have been complicit with DeBlasio in enacting policies that have lowered the quality of life for New Yorkers and caused serious damage to NYC.

As someone who loves New York, I was both saddened and enraged by this book, because the problems it details are becoming so entrenched that the city may never recover. Hope that this book will lead to action by all of those who feel similarly.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an e-galley in exchange for an honest review.

The author is an American journalist living in NYC who through especially his work, at the City Hall got a really good insight of the city's political decisions and how they impact people's lives.

This book was very interesting, as it presented quite shocking examples (particularly about mental health and races issues) with a very factual, detached tone.
As a Non-American, it's quite complicated to grasp how things work in the USA, particularly politics, and in my opinion Seth Barron did a good job to make it understandable (even if I get it that things are not done the same way in NYC than in Boston or Los Angeles). At least it's a glimpse of what is going on in one of the most famous cities in the world... and it's scary.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing an eArc in exchange of an honest review.

This book purports to be insightful when it just uses the collapse of New York City as an excuse for Fox News-style propaganda. Disappointing.