Money to Burn

In Money to Burn, bestselling author William D. Cohan explores the rise and fall of Leon Black, the formidable founder of Apollo Global Management, set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving Wall Street. The narrative details Apollo's transformation from the ashes of Drexel Burnham Lambert to a financial powerhouse, driven by Black's audacious deals and complicated personal relationships, including ties to Jeffrey Epstein. With insights from key players, Cohan unveils a gripping tale of wealth, rivalry, and the consequences of hubris that ultimately led to Black's resignation and the unraveling of a financial empire.