L.A. Requiem (Elvis Cole Novels)

by Robert Crais
L.A. Requiem (Elvis Cole Novels)  
published February 1st 2000 by Ballantine Books
binding Mass Market Paperback
isbn 0345434471   (isbn13: 9780345434470)
pages 416
description Robert Crais (Free Fall, Monkey's Raincoat) returns with his eighth Elvis Cole mystery, L.A. Requiem, a breakneck caper that leav...more
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04-03-07



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Luke
09/12/07

I have not yet had the opportunity to read any other books by this author, but I loved this one. It is set in contemporary LA which most people know (and either love or hate) for all of the wrong reasons. This book gives the reader a twenty foot view of life in Southern California. The life that does not first come to mind when thinking of LA. It is more "Chinatown" than the "OC" (sorry for mixing medias, but you know what I mean). Personally, I was captured at the openi...more
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Justin
05/26/08

Number 8. The first one I read. As a stand alone story, its great. However, when I went back and read the series, I realized this book is far more then a quick ass piece of noir detective fiction. This novel brings Joe Pike, Elvis' partner and protector, to the fore front. His ex girlfriend is murdered, and the leading suspect in none other then Pike himself, which is impossible, as Pike has an airtight alibi when the murder took place. Another great example of how Crais can take a near superhum...more
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Karen
04/09/08

bookshelves: mysteries
Read in April, 2008
recommends it for: Parker fans, Los Angeles readers
This is about the 7th of the series wherein Elvis Cole and Joe Pike are partners in a detective agency. It's good that I read this one first, because in it we discover Joe's past that causes him to be what he is. There's a faint resemblance between this series and the Parker series, but the action in this one isn't as humorous and the book takes longer to read. The funniest biplay was when Cole tells someone to "call me Elvis," and the other character says, "I don't think I can do
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Denise
05/11/08

Read in May, 2008
Enjoyable modern "noir" set in L.A., one of the capitols of noir books and films. Crais is along the lines of Michael Connelly, but not quite as complex of a writer. I have liked this one best of the three titles I have read so far in this series. Fast-paced, evocative of L.A. (although I would like more descriptions of geography, sense of place, etc.), interesting characters (though no one that you would actually know--they don't lead normal lives), always six or seven bodies by th...more
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Amanda
06/26/08

One of the best crime books I've read. Not because the mystery was so great(because it wasn't. you can totally tell who the killer is. well. i could.) but because the characters were great. They were witty and interesting. Their relationships were mostly the reason why this books was so good. Although at the end, it gets pretty crazy. I like the author's style.

but really, the whole killing thing is more of a sub plot than anything. it's just a plot device to provide conflict.
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Beth
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11/02/07

bookshelves: detectivenovels
Read in November, 2007
This is the best of the Elvis Cole series by far. Robert Crais portrays the dark side of life in sunny California very nicely, and he has developed Elvis Cole into more than just a wisecracking tough guy. Great plot and great supporting characters, as well. And, we finally find out something more about Joe Pike (I think I'm in love, by the way).
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Katy
06/29/08

I am really liking Robert Crais. This is one of the Elvis Cole/Joe Pike books, and for anyone who likes Lee Child's Jack Reacher stories, this one is for you.

He creates characters I care about, and keeps the action moving along. This isn't a book that makes you think about things in a new way, or opens your heart to greater purpose, or anything like that.

But it is a great book, anyway.
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Arthur
04/14/08

Read in April, 2008
Joe Pike has a doppelganger running around LA, killing people. Can Elvis solve the mystery? You betcha!

Like most of these stories, the life of the character seems ymore interesting than the murder mystery. But what does Luce find interesting in Elvis? Page turner.
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Jon
02/13/08

Read in February, 2008
recommends it for: police procedural fans
Elvis Cole series takes a turn towards literature-town in this installment. This is a really good police procedural with a nice mystery and some much needed background on Joe Pike. Feels like good Michael Connelly.
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Laura
01/27/08

This is not the first book in the LOL L.A. p.i. Elvis Cole series, but I think it's the best. You should probably start with the Monkey's Raincoat, which introduces the characters.
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Steve
06/16/08

Read in June, 2008
Especially enjoyed the treatment of the Joe Pike character. The background given on his childhood made him come alive for me like never before.
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Mike
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11/13/07

bookshelves: great-thriller-reads
My 1st Crais novel and hooked ever since. Joe Pike is one mean guy--wnat him to be on my side. Great book to spend some beach time on.
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Heather
bookshelves: mystery
Read in January, 2006
recommends it for: people who love a great mystery with great male characters
Great action mystery and Cole and Pike's friendship a highlight for me. This is the best of the Cole mysteries, in my opinion.
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owen
05/06/07

recommends it for: elvis cole enthusiasts
bittersweet, if not at times a bit too cinematic. robert crais always refuses to option these books for film, which i love.
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Jim
12/03/07

Read in December, 2007
First book I've read by Crais, and I'll go back and read more.
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Dev
05/17/07

A by the numbers cop novel that has little going for it.
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Sarah
05/25/07

Read in April, 2007
One of the best written mystery books I've ever read...
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Allyn
06/24/08

Crais writes a very entertaining detective novel.
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Jon
Jon is currently reading it
02/26/08

bookshelves: currently-reading
Read in February, 2008
Elvis and Joe are back. With Lucy and Little Ben.
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John
01/08/08

Read in January, 2008
this is a terrific entertainment.
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avg rating (all editions): 4.13 (249 ratings)
avg rating (this edition): 4.11 (35 ratings)
number of reviews: 24






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