The Monkey's Raincoat

Meet Elvis Cole, an unconventional L.A. private eye who balances his boyish charm and Jiminy Cricket philosophy with the tough reality of his Vietnam veteran past and a .38 caliber. When the seemingly demure Ellen Lang walks into his Disney-themed office, she presents a case that appears straightforward yet quickly unravels into a labyrinth of danger: her husband and young son have vanished. Joined by his enigmatic, formidable partner Joe Pike, Cole's investigation leads them through the glitzy, deceptive facade of Hollywood's studio lots and manicured estates, only to plunge them into a gritty underbelly of drugs, illicit sex, and brutal murder. What began as a missing persons case rapidly escalates into a full-blown war, as cops, starlets, and hardened criminals alike target Ellen and Elvis. For Cole, it's not just another job; it's a relentless fight for survival and justice in a city where innocence is a currency and danger lurks behind every polished smile.