If you don't pay attention to video games I'd like to point out that this book is related to the recent game L.A Noire. In the game you play a cop in 1950's L.A, solving your way through the gangs, murders, drugs, and arson's in the city. When I picked up this book I expected it to go deeper into the cases that you deal with in the game. Perhaps reveal the story's behind the murders, and what really happened. Instead this book is a collection of short stories that take place during the same time as the games plot. There are a few related points, such as the Polar Bear ice company. The book explores deeper into the company showcased in the game, but covers a non related incident.Many of the stories end abruptly, without explaining what happened. When I read a story I prefer to finish knowing what has happened and why, so I don't enjoy short stories that leave unanswered questions.
Don't get me mistaken this is not a bad book. There were a few of the stories that I enjoyed such as 'School for Murder.' This story focused on one character and developed him well, it had a clear ending, and even featured some surprises and unexpected developments. Besides that the book wasn't for me. Luckly it was pretty short, and I got it free online. 2/5
Lasting Effect: 1/5
Plot: 2/5
Creativity: 3/5
Length: 3/5
Characters: 2/5
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