Nemesis: The True Story of Aristotle: The True Story of Aristotle Onassis, Jackie O and the Love Triangle That Brought Down the Kennedys (Hardcover)

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Peter Evans's biography of Aristotle Onassis, "Ari," met with great acclaim when it was published in 1986. Ari provided the world with an unprecedented glimpse of the Greek shipping magnate's orbit of dizzying wealth, twisted intrigues, and questionable mores. Not long after the book appeared, however, Onassis's daughter Christina and his longtime business partner Yannis Georgakis hinted to Evans that he had missed the "real story" -- one that proved Onassis's intrigues had deadly results. "I must begin," Georgakis said, "with the premise that, for Onassis, Bobby Kennedy was unfinished business from way back..." His words launched Evans into the heart of a story that tightly bound Onassis not to Jackie's first husband, but to his ambitious younger brother Bobby. A bitter rivalry emerged between Bobby and Ari long before Onassis and Jackie had even met. "Nemesis" reveals the tangled thread of events that linked two of the world's most powerful men in their intense hatred for one another and uncovers the surprising role played by the woman they both loved. Their power struggle unfolds against a heady backdrop of international intrigue: Bobby Kennedy's discovery of the Greek shipping magnate's shady dealings, which led him to bar Onassis from trade with the United States; Onassis's attempt to control much of Saudi Arabia's oil; Onassis's untimely love affair with Jackie's married sister Lee Radziwill; and his bold invitation to First Lady Jackie to join him on his yacht -- without the president. Just as the self-made Greek tycoon gloried in the chance to stir the wrath of the Kennedys, they struggled unsuccessfully to break his spell over the woman who held the key to all of theirfutures. After Jack's death, Bobby became ever closer to Camelot's holy widow, and fought to keep her from marrying his sworn rival. But Onassis rarely failed to get what he wanted, and Jackie became his wife shortly after Bobby was killed. Through extensive interviews with the closest friends, lovers, and relatives of Onassis and the Kennedys, longtime journalist Evans has uncovered the shocking culmination of the Kennedy-Onassis-Kennedy love triangle: Aristotle Onassis was at the heart of the plot to kill Bobby Kennedy. Meticulously tracing Onassis's connections in the world of terrorism, "Nemesis" presents compelling evidence that he financed the assassination -- including a startling confession that has gone unreported for nearly three decades. Along the way, this groundbreaking work also daringly paints these international icons in all of their true colors. From Evans's deeply nuanced portraits of the charismatic Greek shipping magnate and his acquisitive iconic bride to his probing and revelatory look into the events that shaped an era, "Nemesis" is a work that will not be soon forgotten.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   12 of 13 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A TERRIFIC READ, 12 Jun 2004 By A Customer In Nemesis, Peter Evans makes startling revelations about the involvement of Aristotle Onassis in a plot to murder Robert Kennedy. I read this author's biography of Onassis a few years ago and enjoyed it very much. This book is even better. A two-family saga about two dying breeds, a political thriller, even, in a perverse way, a love story, Nemesis tells the story of two powerful men - Onassis and Bobby Kennedy - and Jackie O, the woman they loved in their own fashion. Evans's revelations about the mores, etiquettes, and rituals, of their world, makes this a fascinationg study of a society as well as a compelling story of murder, greed, and lust in high places. Often poignant - especially his portrait of Jackie O, who emerges as a surprisingly strong, articulate, modern woman who knows exactly what she wants and is determined to get it - and sardonic, this is a stimulating and provocative read. I don't know whether all the secrets he dishes along the way can be taken as Gospel, but his sources are impressive, his research is persuasive, and I believed every word of it. I loved it. A terrific read. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A cracking read and terrific investigative journalism, 3 Jul 2007 By  David Moore "dbjmoore" (London) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Nemesis (Paperback) I disagree completely with the long winded 1 star review. the 'reviewer' is missing the point. This is a terrific read and an insight into the character of one of the most charasmatic, interesting and colourful figures of the 20th century. The author interviewed people WHO WERE THERE!! You will find 'Ari' available somewhere but I would recommend this book as one of the definitive books on Onassis. I salute you Mr Evans Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   4 of 5 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A great read!, 11 Aug 2004 By A Customer A great read that takes you to the very centre of the lives of the rich and famous. Couldn't put it down. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review › See all 7 customer reviews...		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 1.0 out of 5 stars No answers here I read this book when I first became interested in the RFK assassination and found it to be alot of waffle. Read more Published 4 months ago by M. Graham 1.0 out of 5 stars ONASSIS DID NOT MURDER RFK The most sensational claim Evans makes is that Aristotle Onassis indirectly paid for RFK's murder.His 'proof' is shockingly inadequate. Read more Published on 12 Jul 2006 by M. Ayton 5.0 out of 5 stars The Powerful in the 60's As I was born in the seventies this book was an excellent introduction to the remarkable world of the rich and famous during the sixties. Read more Published on 12 Dec 2004 5.0 out of 5 stars Nemesis - The True Story Great read! I read Peters Evans' biography of Onassis (Ari)a couple of years ago and this book really adds to the story. I strongly recommend it. Published on 21 Jul 2004 Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews › See all 7 customer reviews...

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