The Big Nowhere (L.A. Quartet, #2)
by James Ellroy
The Big Nowhere by James Ellroy holds a highly rated rating of 4.11 out of 5, based on 9.2K reader ratings. First published in 1988. The book spans 472 pages.
About The Big Nowhere
1950s Los Angeles: The City of Angels has become the city of the Angel of Death. Communist witch-hunts and insanely violent killings are terrorising the community. Three men are plunged into a maelstrom of violence and deceit when their lives become inextricably linked as each one confronts his own personal darkness. Told with Ellroy's characteristically forceful and relentless style, The Big Nowhere is the link between the Black Dahlia and LA Confidential in his masterwork, The LA Quartet. It is as powerful and thrilling as crime fiction gets.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | James Ellroy |
| Published | 1988 |
| Pages | 472 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.11 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,249 |
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What genre is The Big Nowhere?
The Big Nowhere is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Big Nowhere worth reading?
Based on 9.2K reader ratings, The Big Nowhere has an average score of 4.11 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Big Nowhere?
The Big Nowhere has 472 pages.
Who wrote The Big Nowhere?
The Big Nowhere was written by James Ellroy. It was first published in 1988.
What is the ISBN for The Big Nowhere?
The ISBN-13 for The Big Nowhere is 9780099366610.0.
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