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"Stacked Decks: Building Inspectors and the Reproduction of Urban Inequality" by Robin Bartram explores the role of building inspectors in perpetuating urban inequality. The book highlights how inspectors exercise discretion in their decision-making, influenced by their perceptions of a neighborhood's trajectory and an owner's worthiness of leniency. Bartram combines qualitative fieldwork and statistical analyses to provide an intimate view of inspectors in Chicago's Buildings Department. The book also discusses the social, economic, and historical factors that contribute to urban inequality in Chicago and proposes solutions to address these issues. Overall, "Stacked Decks" offers valuable insights into the impact of building inspections on urban communities and is recommended for those interested in urban planning and sociology. [Extracted from the article]