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Queens of Crime: The Untold History of Female Gangsters Through the Ages

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7. Tilly Devine: The Bordello Boss

7. Tilly Devine: The Bordello Boss
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Tilly Devine made her mark as Sydney’s most notorious madam, running a network of lavish brothels and illicit businesses throughout the razor gang era. Her fierce rivalry with Kate Leigh sparked some of Australia’s most dramatic underworld battles, capturing the public’s imagination. Devine’s charisma, ruthlessness, and ability to thrive in a male-dominated world cemented her legacy as a true crime icon.

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