"Empire of Pain" by Patrick Radden Keefe explores the history of the Sackler family and their company, Purdue Pharma. The book investigates the origins of their wealth, beginning with the three Sackler brothers' early lives and careers in medicine and pharmaceutical advertising. It traces their rise to prominence through the marketing of drugs like Valium and later, the development and aggressive promotion of OxyContin. The narrative details the tactics used to downplay the addictive potential of opioids, the legal challenges faced, and the family's efforts to protect their reputation through philanthropy and public relations. The book culminates in examining the consequences of the opioid crisis, the Sacklers' attempts to distance themselves from the fallout, and the legal battles that followed, ultimately painting a portrait of a family dynasty built on a foundation of pain and profit.

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