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Angels Flight

Michael Connelly
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Angels Flight

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Michael Connelly

Angels Flight

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Angels Flight by Michael Connelly, Detective Harry Bosch investigates the murder of a prominent lawyer on a historic Los Angeles funicular. The case intertwines with issues of race, justice, and corruption amidst intense public scrutiny. Bosch navigates complex relationships and hidden agendas while seeking the truth in a fractured city.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Gritty

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.4

89,087 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Angels Flight by Michael Connelly is praised for its intricate plot and well-developed characters, particularly the morally complex detective, Harry Bosch. The novel's exploration of social and racial tensions is both timely and impactful. However, some critics note that the pacing can occasionally lag. Overall, it's a compelling read for crime fiction enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Angels Flight?

Fans of gritty crime fiction with a penchant for compelling detective stories will relish Angels Flight by Michael Connelly. Similar to the intricate narratives found in Raymond Chandler’s The Big Sleep or Richard Price’s Lush Life, it appeals to readers who appreciate sharp dialogue and complex moral landscapes in a Los Angeles setting.

4.4

89,087 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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