This collection of mystery stories, all set in Hollywood, is a mixed bag. The collection gets off to a weak start with Michael Connelly's mediocre effort entitled "Suicide Run." Some other stories are marred by errors a good proofreader should have caught. Some of the best stories in the collection include "Closing Credits" by Terence Faherty; "Jack Webb's Star" by Lee Goldberg; and "Devil Dog" by Dick Lochte. Other contributors include such recognized names as Bill Pronzini, Max Allan Collins, Stuart M. Kaminsky, and Gar Anthony Haywood, as well as some lesser known authors. All in all, an enjoyable collection if the reader keeps in mind that some stories are going to be more appealing than others. ( )