Dream Town By David Baldacci

In David Baldacci's latest thriller, World War II veteran and private investigator Aloysius Archer lands in Los Angeles on the eve of 1953. Intent on celebrating the New Year with aspiring actress Liberty Callahan, Archer's plans take a dark turn when they encounter Eleanor Lamb, a screenwriter facing ominous threats.

Eleanor, fearing for her life after mysterious incidents escalate, enlists Archer's help. As Archer delves into the case, suspicions arise about Eleanor's knowledge of the danger she's in. Before he officially takes on the case, a dead body surfaces in Eleanor's home, and she vanishes.

Undeterred, Archer, with the assistance of Callahan and partner Willie Dash, launches an investigation spanning from mob-ridden Las Vegas to glamorous Hollywood and the darkest corners of Los Angeles. The city, adorned with beautiful faces, conceals cutthroat schemers, corrupt cops, and powerful figures ready to eliminate anyone in their way.

As Archer races against time, the thrilling narrative weaves through the complexities of crime-ridden landscapes, unveiling a web of deceit, danger, and a relentless quest for justice.

Baldacci's gripping tale showcases the gritty underbelly of 1950s Los Angeles, where the stakes are high, and Archer must navigate a treacherous path to uncover the truth behind Eleanor's disappearance and the deadly forces at play. 📖💖