L. A. Requiem by Robert Crais


Robert Crais's writing shines in L. A. Requiem where we learn a little about Joe Pike's childhood.  This haunting, touching insight into Joe Pike leaves the reader breathless and more than a little affected, dare I say, even changed.  This book transcends genre!

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