Widespread Panic

Name: Widespread Panic
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781529157581
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By James Ellroy

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Widespread Panic by James Ellroy delves into the seedy underbelly of 1950s Los Angeles. The novel follows Fred Otash, a disgraced LAPD officer turned private investigator, who becomes entangled in high-stakes scandals among Hollywood elites. Confronting corruption and intrigue, Otash navigates a labyrinth of secrets, lies, and betrayals in his quest for redemption.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a penchant for dark, gritty tales set against the backdrop of Hollywood's golden era, filled with intrigue and scandal. It will particularly appeal to those who appreciate a blend of fiction and history, packed with Ellroy's signature noir style and complex characters.

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"The king of macho noir" returns to his most notorious character, Freddy Otash, in a high-octane, daring story.

Freddy is an ex-L.A. cop on the skids. He snuffed a cop killer in cold blood — and it got to him bad. Now he's a sleazoid private eye, a shakedown artist, a pimp — and, most notably, the head strongarm goon for Confidential magazine.

Welcome to the world of the malevolent monarch of the Hollywood underground — a tale of pervasive paranoia teeming with communist conspiracies, FBI finks, celebrity smut films, and strange bedfellows.

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Widespread Panic by James Ellroy has received praise for its unique style and engaging narrative. Critics have highlighted its vivid storytelling and energetic pace, likening the experience to the rush of a strong espresso. The novel's dark and captivating atmosphere, combined with Ellroy's distinctive touch, promises to delight fans of his work.

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ISBN: 9781529157581

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Cornerstone)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

James Ellroy was born in Los Angeles. He is the author of the Underworld U.S.A Trilogy- American Tabloid, The Cold Six Thousand, and Blood's A Rover, and the L.A. Quartet novels- The Black Dahlia, The Big Nowhere, L.A. Confidential, and White Jazz. He is the recipient of the Los Angeles Times Robert Kirsch Award for lifetime achievement. He lives in Colorado.

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