The Fade Out
The Fade Out
Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
120
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Hollywood • 1940s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Fade Out by Ed Brubaker follows Charlie Parish, a screenwriter in Cold-War era Hollywood suffering from PTSD, and his friend Gil Mason, who is blacklisted for suspected Communist ties. After Gil wakes up next to a murdered starlet, they form a vigilante detective team to uncover her killer amidst the corruption of Hollywood's elite. Topics of alcoholism, childhood abuse, and post-traumatic stress are present.
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
3,062 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Fade Out by Ed Brubaker is widely praised for its compelling noir atmosphere and intricately developed characters. Many reviewers commend the storytelling and period detail, capturing the post-war Hollywood setting vividly. However, some critics note a slower pacing and find certain subplots underwhelming. Overall, it is celebrated for its immersive narrative and strong genre execution.
Who Should Read The Fade Out?
A reader who enjoys The Fade Out by Ed Brubaker likely appreciates noir mysteries, Hollywood's Golden Age, and complex characters. Fans of Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep and James Ellroy's L.A. Confidential will find this graphic novel's blend of suspense and period-accurate drama particularly compelling.
3,062 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
120
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Hollywood • 1940s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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