L.A. Quartet Books in Order
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The L.A. Quartet is a series of crime novels by James Ellroy, set in 1940s and 1950s Los Angeles, that explore themes of corruption, moral decay, and the underbelly of the city. Each book centers on the intersection of power, ambition, and violence, offering a gritty portrayal of a world shaped by greed and deception. The series is known for its intense storytelling and vivid depiction of Los Angeles during a turbulent era.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1987 · James Ellroy
The Black Dahlia is a roman noir on an epic scale: a classic period piece that provides a startling conclusion to America's most infamous unsolved…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · James Ellroy
A 1988 novel by James Ellroy, the second novel in his L.A. Quartet following The Black Dahlia. Three men are caught up in a web of ambition,…
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Buy on Amazon1990 · James Ellroy
L.A. Confidential (1990) is a neo-noir novel by American writer James Ellroy, the third of his L.A. Quartet series. It is dedicated to Mary Doherty…
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Buy on Amazon1992 · James Ellroy
White Jazz is a 1992 novel by James Ellroy, author of the L.A. Quartet and The Underworld USA Trilogy. Set in Los Angeles in 1958, the story follows…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the L.A. Quartet books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “The Black Dahlia”. Start with “The Black Dahlia.”
How many books are in the L.A. Quartet series?
We list 4 books by James Ellroy , published between 1987–1992.
Where can I buy the L.A. Quartet books?
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