Američki tabloid
The novel American Tabloid by author James Ellroy follows covert operations, corruption, and political intrigue in the United States on the eve of the Kennedy assassination, through the fates of three morally compromised protagonists.
Underworld USA is the first book in James Ellroy's acclaimed trilogy. The story takes place between the late 1950s and November 22, 1963, during the Cold War, the rise of the Kennedy brothers, the FBI, the CIA, and organized crime. The story centers on Pete Bondurant, Kemper Boyd, and Ward Littell—three men whose lives become intertwined through a web of political intrigue, covert operations, blackmail, and violence. While serving various centers of power, they gradually become part of a conspiracy that leads to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Ellroy combines historical fact with fiction, creating a dark and intense story in which almost no one is innocent. The novel explores corruption, manipulation, greed, and the intertwining of politics, intelligence, and the mafia, portraying America as a society in which power is maintained through violence and secret deals. The author's recognizable style is characterized by short, rhythmic sentences, fast dialogues, and a large amount of historical detail, making the work a demanding but extremely impressive read for fans of crime and political thrillers.
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