Bad City: Peril and Power in the City of Angels

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For fans of investigative thrillers, this nonfiction narrative delves into corruption and betrayal in Los Angeles, revealing the dark underbelly of one of its most powerful institutions. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Paul Pringle, facing formidable odds, uncovers shocking events that lead to justice. In April 2016, a tip about a drug overdose at a luxury hotel involving Dr. Carmen Puliafito, the head of USC's prestigious medical school, prompts Pringle to investigate. He knows the challenges posed by USC, the largest private employer in L.A., and its entrenched culture of silence. What begins as a straightforward inquiry spirals into the exposure of multiple scandals, intertwined with crimes and cover-ups that reach into The Times' own newsroom. Pringle's detailed account reveals the relentless pursuit of truth by him and his colleagues, as they confront the city's most corrupt institutions. This gripping narrative, filled with previously undisclosed details, captures the essence of L.A. at its darkest, showcasing the brilliance of investigative journalism in the face of adversity.