James EllroyMystery · Fiction·b. 1948
Underworld USA
Underworld USA
Ongoing series · 2 booksAbout this series
James Ellroy's Underworld USA trilogy explores the dark side of American history, mixing real events and figures with fictional characters. These crime thrillers examine corruption and conspiracy in the mid-20th century, offering a gritty look at power and its abuses.
Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended reading order for the Underworld USA trilogy?
The Underworld USA series is best read in publication order to follow the overarching narrative and character development. The books are American Tabloid, The Cold Six Thousand, and Blood's a Rover.
Are the Underworld USA books connected to James Ellroy's other works?
The Underworld USA trilogy is a standalone series within James Ellroy's body of work, though it shares his characteristic style and thematic concerns with his earlier L.A. Quartet.
Is there a film or TV adaptation of the Underworld USA series?
While individual books by James Ellroy have been adapted, there is no single film or television series that adapts the entire Underworld USA trilogy.