The Big Nowhere is the one I would keep (and place a bet on
its longevity in the minds of fans). Of course, since it's
become part of "the quartet", probably all four will be read
as a set. But the quality peaks in The Big Nowhere, I think,
as did Ellroy's creative run. I found White Jazz quite
indigestible the second time around, and everything after
that seems overcooked, aimless, uncomfortable for the reader
without any compensation for it. I guess Ellroy didn't follow
E.B. White's advice of working from a suitable
design...
Best,
MrT
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