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The Jook

By Phillips Gary

	9.00 E

"Phillips, author of the acclaimed Ivan Monk series, takes elements of Jim Thompson (the ending), black-exploitation flicks (the profanity-fueled dialogue), and Penthouse magazine (the sex is anatomically correct) to create an over-the-top violent caper in which there is no honor, no respect, no love, and plenty of money. Anyone who liked George Pelecanos' King Suckerman is going to love this even-grittier take on many of the same themes."

Wes Lukowsky, Booklist

"Enough gritty gossip, blistering action and trash talk to make real life L.A. seem comparatively wholesome."

Kirkus Reviews

"Gary Phillips writes tough and gritty parables about life and death on the mean streets--a place where sometimes just surviving is a noble enough cause. His is a voice that should be heard and celebrated. It rings true once again in The Jook, a story where all of Phillips' talents are on display."

Michael Connelly, author of the Harry Bosch books