Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy Books in Order
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The Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy by James Ellroy, published between 1984 and 1987, follows the investigations of detective Lloyd Hopkins across interconnected crime narratives. Set in a gritty, atmospheric urban environment, the series explores themes of violence, corruption, and moral ambiguity through a multi-perspective narrative structure. Each book centers on Hopkins as he navigates complex cases that intertwine with the broader criminal landscape of the stories.
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In the order the books were originally released.
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1984 · James Ellroy
Because the Night is a 1984 book by James Ellroy. It is part of the series Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy. Catalog genres: Crime Literature.
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Buy on Amazon1984 · James Ellroy
Blood on the Moon (1984) is a crime novel by James Ellroy, published in the U.S. by The Mysterious Press and in the U.K. by Allison and Busby. It is…
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Suicide Hill is a crime fiction novel by James Ellroy, released in 1986 (also given as 1987). It is the third and final installment of the Lloyd…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Because the Night”. Start with “Because the Night.”
How many books are in the Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy series?
We list 3 books by James Ellroy , published between 1984–1987.
Where can I buy the Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy books?
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