In the shadow of globalization's triumph, a darker narrative has unfurled alongside the free market's expansive reach. "McMafia" by Misha Glenny embarks on a fearless exploration into the underbelly of the world economy, where organized crime has emerged as an unforeseen powerhouse, thriving amidst the chaos of post-Cold War restructuring and the digital age's anonymity. From the remnants of the Soviet Union to the bustling markets of India, and through the digital alleys of cybercrime, Glenny reveals an intricate web of illicit operations that capitalize on the global thirst for forbidden goods and services. Through meticulous research and interviews spanning continents, he exposes the grim reality of how these criminal networks exploit the vulnerable, challenge state powers, and weave themselves into the very fabric of our global system. What makes "McMafia" a groundbreaking work is not just its comprehensive examination of criminal enterprises across the world, but also its profound insight into how these organizations mirror the strategies and structures of legitimate businesses. Glenny's narrative is a compelling account of ambition, greed, and the surprising efficiencies found within the underworld's globalization. He delves into the lives affected on both sides of the law, bringing to light the complex relationships between crime, economics, and politics in a way that is both enlightening and deeply unsettling. As much a story about the dark side of human nature as it is about crime, "McMafia" is a crucial read for understanding the modern world, demonstrating how, in the rush towards a borderless economy, the line between the legal and illegal has become dangerously blurred.