Description
Pretty Boy Floyd by Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana is a historical crime novel that reimagines the life of the infamous Depression-era outlaw Charles “Pretty Boy” Floyd. Set in 1920s America, the story follows a young man from rural Oklahoma whose charm, ambition and restless spirit propel him into a life of bank robberies and growing notoriety.
As Floyd’s reputation spreads, he becomes both a folk figure and a target, admired by many who shelter him and pursued relentlessly by law enforcement determined to bring him down. The novel explores his relationships with the women in his life, his rise from small-time crime to national headlines, and the forces that shape his transformation into a legend. Blending historical detail with character-driven storytelling, the book sits within the sub-genre of historical crime fiction.
Richly atmospheric and character-focused, this novel will appeal to readers who enjoy true-crime inspired fiction and American outlaw stories rooted in real historical events.
