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Elvis Cole provides more fun for the reader than any L.A. private eye to come along in years.Joseph WambaughWINNER OF THE ANTHONY AND MACAVITY AWARDS FOR BEST NOVEL NOMINATED FOR THE EDGAR AND SHAMUS AWARDS FOR BEST NOVELMeet Elvis Cole, L.A. private eye . . . He quotes Jiminy Cricket and carries a .38. He's a literate, wisecracking Vietnam vet who is determined never to grow up.Praise for The Monkey's RaincoatOutstanding characters, tight plot, and scintillating prose style. . . . This fast-paced story speeds Elvis Cole to a chilling, heart-stopping ending.Mystery SceneIs Bob Crais good? Put it this way: if they're taking you out to put you against the firing squad wall, and you want to enjoy your last moments on earth, pass on the last cigarette and ask for an Elvis Cole novel.Harlan EllisonFar and away the most satisfying private eye novel in years. Grab this oneit's a winner!Lawrence BlockThe best private eye novel of the year . . . lots of action; bright, crisp dialogue; and sharply drawn characters.The Denver PostRobert B. Parker has some competition on his hands. . . . Elvis Cole is an appealing character and Crais's style is fresh and funny.Sue GraftonIn Crais, a new star has appeared on the private eye scenea dazzling first novel.Tony Hillerman