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For our All Through the Night theme, we’re diving into Cornell Woolrich’s Night Has a Thousand Eyes, a shadow-soaked blend of noir, supernatural dread, and psychological suspense. Written under his George Hopley pseudonym, it showcases Woolrich at his most fatalistic and influential, shaping the tone of mid-century crime fiction and film noir. If you’re looking for a quintessential pulp experience—moody, atmospheric, and full of creeping inevitability—this is the perfect month to jump in and join the discussion.
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January’s theme is Holiday Hangover, a chance to revisit some of the near-miss favorites from past polls. We’re giving four compelling titles a second shot at your attention—classic thrillers, contemporary crime, and international noir, each with rich characters, sharp storytelling, and plenty of discussion potential. Grab a cup of coffee, shake off the holiday haze, and join us as we dive into these overlooked gems.
VOTE HERE - https://www.goodreads.com/poll/show/3...
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Our Holiday Hangover winner has been chosen! Eric Ambler’s The Light of Day is a smart, lean thriller from one of the architects of modern espionage fiction. Built around a reluctant criminal drawn into an international caper, it delivers taut suspense, dry wit, and the kind of moral gray areas that influenced everyone from Graham Greene to John le Carré. A deceptively modest classic that proves how entertaining—and enduring—intelligent pulp can be.
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Happy Holidays everyone!
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February’s theme is Roots & Reckonings, a month dedicated to exploring crime, mystery, and noir through the lens of diverse cultural and ethnic experiences. Our four selections highlight African American, Asian, Latino, and Native American voices, each deeply rooted in heritage, identity, and the moral questions that drive compelling stories.
VOTE HERE - https://www.goodreads.com/poll/show/3...
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Our February 2026 group read is Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke, the winning selection for our Roots & Reckonings theme. This powerful and engaging crime novel explores justice, identity, and community through a culturally grounded noir lens—making it a perfect fit for our Multicultural Month, which coincides with Black History Month. Jump into the discussion, share your thoughts as you read, and help make this another lively and thoughtful Pulp Fiction Book Club conversation.
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