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Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York

Elon Green
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Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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Elon Green

Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

258

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York by Elon Green explores a series of murders targeting gay men in 1990s New York City. The book details the investigation and societal challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community while highlighting the intersection of justice, identity, and systemic bias during this turbulent era.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.0

10,845 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elon Green's Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York is praised for its meticulous research and compassionate exploration of marginalized communities. Critics highlight its suspenseful narrative and rich historical context. However, some find pacing uneven. Overall, it's a compelling true crime chronicle with a poignant social lens.

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Who Should Read Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York?

Readers who enjoy Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York are interested in true crime, LGBTQ+ history, and stories exploring complex social dynamics. Such readers might also appreciate In Cold Blood by Truman Capote and The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule.

4.0

10,845 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

258

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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