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Book Review: ‘Money to Burn,’ by William D. Cohan

Leon Black’s $158 million Epstein‑linked art purchase and a new Wall Street exposé spark fresh scrutiny of finance elite.

By · Published September 8, 2026 at 19:34 UTC · Updated September 8, 2026 at 19:34 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Leon Black’s $158 million Epstein‑linked art purchase and a new Wall Street exposé spark fresh scrutiny of finance elite.
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Investors and industry observers may feel unease as revelations about Leon Black’s $158 million art purchase tied to Jeffrey Epstein surface. The transaction, detailed in Bloomberg and Town & Country reports, links the private‑equity chief to the disgraced financier and raises questions about judgment and board oversight. Bloomberg describes the piece as a mysterious ‘work of art’ and notes its connection to Epstein’s network.

Shareholders could pressure leadership, while rivals may leverage the narrative. The open question is how the exposure will impact Black’s reputation and the governance of his firm. Cohan’s ‘Money to Burn’ places the art controversy within a broader critique of Wall Street excess and deal‑making culture.

The book’s focus on high‑stakes finance suggests readers will scrutinize similar transactions, but coverage does not specify whether regulators will respond.

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What is the $158 million artwork linked to Jeffrey Epstein?

It is described as a mysterious ‘work of art’ purchased by Leon Black, with the connection reported by Bloomberg and Town & Country.

Who wrote ‘Money to Burn’ and what is its subject?

The book is authored by William D. Cohan and examines high‑stakes finance and Wall Street excess, as noted in the New York Times review.

Which outlets reported on Leon Black’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein?

Bloomberg (both bloomberglaw.com and Bloomberg.com) and Town & Country Magazine covered the story.

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Leon Black Jeffrey Epstein Money to Burn William D. Cohan Bloomberg New York Times

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