Reeves Wiedemann

Reeves Wiedemann and Lila Shapiro, investigative journalists from New York Magazine, delve into the perplexing mystery of unpublished manuscript thefts that baffled the publishing world. They discuss the scale of the thefts, the baffling lack of motive, and why this story captured their attention during the pandemic. A twist arises as they confront a suspected book scout, only to uncover a deeper web of deception. The plot thickens with the arrest of Filippo Bernardini, revealing his obsession with collecting manuscripts and sparking mixed reactions across the industry.