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All the Pieces Matter: The Inside Story of The Wire®

by Jonathan Abrams
Crown. Feb. 2018. 352p. photos. index. ISBN 9780451498144. $27; ebk. ISBN 9780451498168. TV
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With the premiere of The Deuce on HBO, interest in the work of David Simon has been reignited, and The Wire is his magnum opus. Journalist and author Abrams (Boys Among Men) delves deep into the show's creation and enduring legacy through interviews with the actors, writers, and producers who brought the show to life. Whether it's Dominic West reflecting on the allure of his character Detective James McNulty or actor Michael B. Jordan discussing the lasting impression of being in an ensemble cast of primarily black actors, Abrams underscores the indelible mark the show has left on actors and audience alike. Weaving all the interviews together is the enduring connection between the city of Baltimore and the creators of the show, a city that David Simon and the writers of The Deuce recently visited for inspiration.
VERDICT Building upon Rafael Alvarez's The Wire: Truth Be Told, the author further underscores the reasons why the show is often referred to as the greatest of all time.
Reviewed by Joshua Finnell, Hamilton, NY , Jan 01, 2018
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