Skinny Legs and Me: Growing up in Waterbury

Author(s)
Tony Renzoni
Edition
1
Copyright
2026
Pages
190
Book Type
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The setting of Waterbury, Connecticut, is vividly portrayed throughout this novel. Detailed descriptions of neighborhoods, landmarks, and cultural events, immerses the reader in the city's atmosphere. The author offers vivid descriptions, personal anecdotes, and nostalgic recollections of growing up in his hometown. As the book's main character, Kevin Reynolds, states: "Waterbury was the center of our universe."

However, the emergence of a strange cult gang threatens to shatter Kevin's world. Kevin and his former classmate, Johnny Burnes (aka "Skinny Legs") are asked by a local journalist and the FBI to help investigate members of this cult, who have a vendetta against Kevin's birthplace. Time is of the essence to prevent a catastrophic destruction of the once idyllic setting of Kevin's hometown. When the journalist is murdered, it is now up to Kevin and Skinny Legs to continue their investigation of this vicious cult. However, a series of events makes Kevin begin to question Skinny Legs' motives and possible ties to this violent cult.

Kevin is suddenly thrust into a world of deception, murder, and corruption. Can Skinny Legs be trusted?

Tony Renzoni

Tony Renzoni is the author of the well-received books: Connecticut Rock ’n’ Roll: A History; Connecticut Softball Legend Joan Joyce; Connecticut Bootlegger Queen Nellie Green; Historic Connecticut Music Venues: From the Coliseum to the Shaboo; Connecticut’s Girls of Summer: The Brakettes and the Falcons; Joan Joyce: The Wonder Girl; Rock ’n’ Roll Connecticut: Magic Moments and Unforgettable Disc Jockeys; and The Legend of Jessie Darcey.

Tony had a thirty-eight-year career with the federal government. As district manager in Connecticut’s Fairfield County, he oversaw the operations of four field offices, serving over 100,000 beneficiaries. He wrote over one thousand weekly columns that were published in the Connecticut Post newspaper and on the paper’s website. Tony was a recipient of more than forty awards, including his agency’s highest honor award.

A lifelong resident of Connecticut, Tony is a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in Waterbury and Sacred Heart University in Fairfield.

Tony Renzoni serves as a consultant for the hit play Joan Joyce! Musical which is based on his book Connecticut Softball Legend Joan Joyce.

Tony also serves as consultant for an upcoming play based on his book Connecticut Bootlegger Queen: Nellie Green.

Website: www.tonyrenzoni.com

The setting of Waterbury, Connecticut, is vividly portrayed throughout this novel. Detailed descriptions of neighborhoods, landmarks, and cultural events, immerses the reader in the city's atmosphere. The author offers vivid descriptions, personal anecdotes, and nostalgic recollections of growing up in his hometown. As the book's main character, Kevin Reynolds, states: "Waterbury was the center of our universe."

However, the emergence of a strange cult gang threatens to shatter Kevin's world. Kevin and his former classmate, Johnny Burnes (aka "Skinny Legs") are asked by a local journalist and the FBI to help investigate members of this cult, who have a vendetta against Kevin's birthplace. Time is of the essence to prevent a catastrophic destruction of the once idyllic setting of Kevin's hometown. When the journalist is murdered, it is now up to Kevin and Skinny Legs to continue their investigation of this vicious cult. However, a series of events makes Kevin begin to question Skinny Legs' motives and possible ties to this violent cult.

Kevin is suddenly thrust into a world of deception, murder, and corruption. Can Skinny Legs be trusted?

Tony Renzoni

Tony Renzoni is the author of the well-received books: Connecticut Rock ’n’ Roll: A History; Connecticut Softball Legend Joan Joyce; Connecticut Bootlegger Queen Nellie Green; Historic Connecticut Music Venues: From the Coliseum to the Shaboo; Connecticut’s Girls of Summer: The Brakettes and the Falcons; Joan Joyce: The Wonder Girl; Rock ’n’ Roll Connecticut: Magic Moments and Unforgettable Disc Jockeys; and The Legend of Jessie Darcey.

Tony had a thirty-eight-year career with the federal government. As district manager in Connecticut’s Fairfield County, he oversaw the operations of four field offices, serving over 100,000 beneficiaries. He wrote over one thousand weekly columns that were published in the Connecticut Post newspaper and on the paper’s website. Tony was a recipient of more than forty awards, including his agency’s highest honor award.

A lifelong resident of Connecticut, Tony is a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in Waterbury and Sacred Heart University in Fairfield.

Tony Renzoni serves as a consultant for the hit play Joan Joyce! Musical which is based on his book Connecticut Softball Legend Joan Joyce.

Tony also serves as consultant for an upcoming play based on his book Connecticut Bootlegger Queen: Nellie Green.

Website: www.tonyrenzoni.com

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