The Devil’s Jazz A Gripping Historical Thriller of Murder, Music, and Madness in 1918 New Orleans “Captivating... a compelling true-crime-style horror novel about taking down... the serial killer that only the Crescent City could spawn.” — Independent Book Review “They have never caught me and they never will... I have been, am, and will be the worst spirit that ever existed either in fact or the realm of fancy.” — The Axman In the haunted heart of New Orleans , as World War I draws to a close, a sinister presence stalks the streets. A brutal serial killer—known only as the Axman —emerges from the shadows, targeting the city’s Sicilian immigrant community with chilling precision. Inspired by true events, The Devil’s Jazz resurrects one of America’s most disturbing unsolved murder cases in a city steeped in music, mystery, and myth. Retired detective Giancarlo Rabito is pulled back into the darkness when the killings begin. The press fans hysteria. The public panics. And when the Axman sends a blood-chilling letter to the newspapers—promising death unless every home plays jazz on a chosen night—the city answers with a desperate and defiant flood of music. As Rabito investigates, he must navigate a city divided by racial prejudice, corruption, and fear. Behind every door lies a secret. In every alley, a shadow. Is the Axman a man , a myth ... or a supernatural force hiding in plain sight? Blending the pulse of a Jazz Age thriller with the eerie atmosphere of a Southern Gothic mystery , The Devil’s Jazz is a dark, lyrical journey into a time of blood and brass, murder and melody, and into a world where music meets madness, and silence can be fatal. Perfect for readers of: Interview with the Vampire by Anne Rice The Alienist by Caleb Carr The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt Fevre Dream by George R.R. Martin “LoCoco has a poetic way with prose... anyone who enjoys historical fiction, the occult, or true crime would enjoy this.” — NetGalley Reviewer “Early 1900s New Orleans comes to life... rich in atmosphere... fearing a brutal killer that seemingly disappears into the night.” — NetGalley Reviewer The Devil’s Jazz will grip you from the first note—and haunt you long after the music fades. "A tense and compelling story that kept me turning pages well past my bedtime. LoCoco paints a vivid picture of New Orleans during a dark and turbulent era. The city's sometimes forgotten Sicilian past takes center stage, along with unforgettable characters, unsettling spirits, and thrilling plot twists." — Elisa M. Speranza, author of The Italian Prisoner "This book is straight-up haunting—in the best way... The Devil's Jazz throws you into the heart of 1918 New Orleans, alive with smoky jazz clubs, creepy alleyways, and that eerie vibe only an unsolved killer can bring." — Amazon Reviewer "Part mystery, part demon, and totally unforgettable... dark, stylish, and it sticks with you." — Amazon Reviewer "From the very beginning, the author sets a chilling, atmospheric tone... a spooky, immersive vibe that's hard to put down." — Amazon Reviewer Step into the sultry streets of New Orleans, where the Axman terrorizes the city, targeting the Sicilian immigrant population. A gripping historical thriller novel. In LoCoco's gripping thriller, the colorful streets of Little Palermo awaken echoes of the Sicilian heritage of New Orleans intertwined with the vibrant pulse of the city's storied past. As whispers of the Axman's return send shivers down spines, a suspenseful tale unfurls, weaving a web of intrigue and danger. Prepare to be transported to a world where the streets hold as many mysteries as the hearts of its inhabitants, in a masterful recreation that will leave you breathless until the final page.