White Jazz

Interesting Facts

• The book concludes James Ellroy's «L.A. Quartet», which also includes «The Black Dahlia», «The Big Nowhere», and «L.A. Confidential».
• The novel is written in a unique style characterized by fragmented sentences and an intense rhythm, creating an atmosphere of tension and chaos.
• Set in 1958 Los Angeles, it explores themes of corruption, violence, and moral ambiguity within the police force.
• The main character, Lieutenant Dave Klein, is a complex and ambiguous figure who both upholds and breaks the law.
• The book has been praised for its complex structure and deep dive into the darker sides of human nature.