Undercover Poker in Boston: A Thrilling Ride Through the City's Underground Scene

The author's apartment was burglarized twice in a few months. Despite this, he finds himself deeply involved in Boston's underground poker scene. He works as a dealer for Andy twice a week near Chinatown and plays poker at Moon's place in Back Bay 3-4 times a week. The author becomes close friends with Moon, who has a fascinating backstory. Moon's mother committed suicide due to overwhelming debts from gambling, which partly explains his peculiar mindset.

The author decides to play poker less frequently at Moon's place due to tension with other players. He seeks new opportunities and Ron introduces him to a poker game in South Boston, controlled by the Irish mafia. The game takes place in a building owned by a veterans organization and is known for its high security and friendly atmosphere. The author finds the atmosphere pleasant and safe, with the Irish mafia members being particularly courteous and friendly.

One of the regulars at the Irish mafia-controlled game is an Irishman who is a brilliant poker player but an incorrigible kleptomaniac. He is known for his exceptional observational skills and his ability to make complex calls based on minute details of his opponents' behavior. The author also visits Foxwoods casino with a friend and plays a high-stakes poker game. He plays a 36-hour poker session at Foxwoods and wins over $21,000. However, he encounters issues at Foxwoods due to lack of ID but manages to continue playing.