45 pages 1 hour read

Quentin Tarantino

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood immerses readers in a meticulously crafted 1969 Los Angeles, blending real events with fictional narratives. Praised for its vibrant characters and rich period details, some critics argue the plot meanders and relies heavily on nostalgia. Nonetheless, fans of Tarantino will appreciate his signature dialogue and dark humor.

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Who Should Read Once Upon a Time in Hollywood?

Fans of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood by Quentin Tarantino are likely to enjoy his signature blend of sharp dialogue, dark humor, and rich character development. Readers who appreciate literary homages to 1960s Hollywood, akin to the narrative style of Inherent Vice by Thomas Pynchon or The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler, will find this novel compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Topics
Arts / Culture
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Depression / Suicide
Themes
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Fame
Values/Ideas: Art