A review by authorjenn
The Black Dahlia by James Ellroy

challenging dark mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.0

Terrible, absolutely terrible. I didn't learn anything new in regard to the case. LAPD shows true colors in this book. I did not appreciate most of the dialogue used in this book ! I understand it was the 40s and that is how many spoke back then. But, did he really have to write it? No!!!!