What inspired Raymond Chandler to craft such a complex, morally ambiguous detective?
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The Long Goodbye

The Long Goodbye
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What inspired Raymond Chandler to craft such a complex, morally ambiguous detective?
Did anyone else feel the slow burn of the mystery made the payoff even more satisfying?
How do you think Chandler’s writing style contributed to the gritty, atmospheric tone of the book?