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“During the book, in the five different writing sessions, there’s five different songs written.

“There’s the physical book and it’s also available on Audible as an audiobook,” Griffin explained during a recent phone conversation. But Griffin actually completed those songs, which are now available for online streaming via platforms like Spotify. The business parable describes five collaborative writing sessions for Stark, breaking down in detail the tracks constructed. In the new book, now available via Brown Books in paperback and as an audiobook, fictional journeyman songwriter and musician Jake Stark interacts with characters like Sir Daniel Smith-Daniels, AKA Sir Kid, a billionaire with a background in mathematics and economics who applies his curiosity to music via Nashville publishing house The Row, helping Stark to look deep within himself and reinvest in his potential. Sunday, Octoin Chicago, IL Photo by Barry Brecheisen

Rate "The Devil in the White City" on a scale of one to five.Better Than Ezra performs on stage at the House of Blues.

Discuss what drove each of these men, whether they were ever truly satisfied, and how their lives ultimately ended.

Burnham, architect Frederick Law Olmsted, Ferris, and Holmes were all visionaries in their own ways.

What do you think of Holmes' claim that he was the devil? Can people be inherently evil? How would you explain his strange allure and cold-hearted behavior?.

How did the White City contrast with Chicago, the "Black City?".

How did Holmes' hotel contrast with the buildings of the World's Fair? Can architecture reflect goodness or evil, or are buildings neutral until used?.

What ultimately led to Holmes' capture and the discovery of his crime? Was this inevitable?.

How was Holmes able to get away with so many murders without becoming a suspect? Were you surprised by how easy it was for him to commit crimes without being caught?.

How did the Chicago World's Fair change Chicago? America? The world? Discuss some of the inventions and ideas that were introduced at the fair that still impact life today.What did you learn about architecture? What do you think the fair contributed to the architectural landscape in the United States?.

Why do you think Erik Larson chose to tell Burnham and Holmes' stories together? How did the juxtaposition affect the narrative? Do you think they worked well together or would you have preferred to read about just Holmes or just Burnham?.