LA Outlaws by T Jefferson Parker

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This dark, funny book is the story of the rise and fall of a modern-day outlaw - a mystery woman who robs franchises and steals cars. She has a digital scrambler for talking to the press, a derringer, and a black velvet mask. But whose face is behind the mask? Caught up in the action are a history teacher, a police officer, and a ruthless gang assassin. Who will survive? Whose secrets will be revealed?



"Here's the deal: I am a direct descendant of the outlaw Joaquin Murrieta. He was a kickass horseman, gambler, and marksman. He stole the best horses and robbed rich Anglos at gunpoint. He loved women and seduced more than a few during his twenty-three years. Some of his money he gave to the poor, but to be truthful most of it he spent on whiskey, guns, expensive tailored clothes and on the women and children he left behind.
I got Joaquin Murrieta's good looks. I got his courage and sense of justice for the poor. I got his contempt for the rich and powerful. I got his love of seduction. Like Joaquin used to, I love a good, clean armed robbery. I steal beautiful cars instead of beautiful horses.
My name is Allison Murrieta." (p1)



This book is funny, sad, and very real. Three stars. Fans of modern crime drama will enjoy it.