In the shadowy corridors of American crime lore, few figures are as enigmatic and captivating as Willie Sutton. "Where the Money Was" isn't just an autobiography; it’s a thrilling journey into the heart of America's golden age of bank robbery, seen through the eyes of its most illustrious practitioner. With a career spanning over half a century, Sutton wasn't just a master thief but an escape artist par excellence, slipping through the fingers of justice with the same ease he slipped into vaults. His story is more than a series of heists; it's a window into a bygone era, a narrative embroidered with the thrill of the chase and the ingenuity of escape, all without ever shedding a drop of blood. Sutton's memoir, penned with a wit as sharp as his lock picks, offers not just a catalogue of his thefts and escapes, but an intimate exploration of the man behind the myth. Why did he do it? For Willie, the answer was simple: "That's where the money was." But as readers dive deeper, they uncover a complex character, driven by challenge more than greed, a man who sought the high stakes not for the haul, but for the sheer exhilaration of the impossible getaway. "Where the Money Was" brings to life the paradox of Willie Sutton, presenting a gripping tale that is part confession, part adventure, and entirely unforgettable.