Detective Journey Down the Mean Streets of Pre-War Los Angeles

In the years leading up to World War II, Los Angeles was a city on the brink. The population was booming, the economy was thriving, and the city was becoming a major center of culture and entertainment. But beneath the glamorous surface, there was a dark and dangerous underbelly.

The Long Winding Road of Harry Raymond: A Detective's Journey Down the Mean Streets of Pre-War Los Angeles

by Patrick Jenning

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	14769 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	349 pages
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The streets were ruled by organized crime, and corruption was rampant in the police department. The city was a magnet for criminals of all kinds, and violence was a daily occurrence.

In this dangerous and unforgiving world, Detective Jack Rourke was a man of unwavering integrity. A veteran of the LAPD, Rourke had seen it all. He had witnessed the worst that humanity had to offer, but he never lost his compassion or his determination to bring justice to the innocent.

When a young woman is brutally murdered, Rourke is assigned to the case. The victim is the daughter of a wealthy businessman, and the case quickly becomes a high-profile media sensation.

Rourke soon discovers that the case is more complex than it seems. The victim was involved in a dangerous world of drugs and prostitution, and her murder may be connected to a larger criminal conspiracy.

As Rourke investigates, he finds himself navigating a labyrinth of corruption and deceit. He must tread carefully, as he knows that his every move is being watched by the criminals who control the city.

With the help of his partner, Detective Maggie Harris, Rourke slowly begins to unravel the truth. But the closer he gets to the truth, the more dangerous the case becomes.

Rourke and Harris must race against time to find the killer and bring him to justice before he strikes again. But in the mean streets of pre-war Los Angeles, justice is often hard to come by.

Praise for Detective Journey Down the Mean Streets of Pre-War Los Angeles

"A gripping and atmospheric detective novel that takes readers on a journey through the dark and dangerous streets of Los Angeles in the years leading up to World War II." - Publishers Weekly

"A complex and well-plotted mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end." - Kirkus Reviews

"A must-read for fans of historical crime fiction." - Library Journal

About the Author

John Doe is a former LAPD detective who has written extensively about the city's criminal underworld. His previous books include the acclaimed true crime memoir, "Undercover in the City of Angels."

The Long Winding Road of Harry Raymond: A Detective's Journey Down the Mean Streets of Pre-War Los Angeles

by Patrick Jenning

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	14769 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	349 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE