Clete Purcel series

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:book_series
gptkbp:adaptations none known
gptkbp:author gptkb:James_Lee_Burke
gptkbp:critical_reception generally positive
gptkbp:first_published gptkb:The_Neon_Rain
gptkbp:genre gptkb:detective_fiction
gptkbp:has_field gptkb:Detective
gptkb:Police_Department
alcoholic
complex character
has a troubled past
is a fan favorite character
has a close relationship with family
navigates complex relationships
is a symbol of resilience
has a strong moral code
deals with loss and grief
lives in New Orleans
friend of Dave Robicheaux
has appeared in multiple novels
investigates crimes
is a beloved character in crime fiction
is a flawed hero
is a private investigator
is known for his wit
is often humorous
often faces personal demons
often in conflict with law enforcement
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Clete Purcel series
gptkbp:influences gptkb:Gothic_literature
hardboiled fiction
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Clete_Purcel
gptkbp:narrative_style first-person
gptkbp:number_of_books multiple
gptkbp:publication_year gptkb:1987
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Simon_&_Schuster
gptkbp:related_character gptkb:Dave_Robicheaux
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Louisiana
gptkbp:themes gptkb:friendship
morality
redemption
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Dave_Robicheaux_series
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6