The Detective and the Pipe Girl (John Darvelle Series #1)

"[A] suspenseful, well-plotted neo-noir set in L.A. . . .[features] a quirky, thoughtful detective with a wry sense of humor and a philosophical bent." — Publishers Weekly, starred review

Los Angeles Private Detective John Darvelle is a man of specific tastes—simple design, smart women, cheap American beer.

He's a man of specific opinions—drive a car nobody can remember, avoid brunch at all costs, and don't live in Brentwood. And he adheres to his own professional code—an indelible blend of c...