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Michael Connelly

The Black Echo

Fans of Warshawski's gritty investigations will appreciate Michael Connelly's Harry Bosch. In 'The Black Echo', Bosch investigates a murder that hits close to home, and uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to destroy him. Like Warshawski, Bosch is a relentless pursuer of justice who isn't afraid to bend the rules.

Megan Abbott

Die a Little

If you enjoy Warshawski's ability to navigate complex social dynamics while solving crimes, you'll love Megan Abbott's 'Die a Little'. Set in 1950s Hollywood, the novel follows a schoolteacher who becomes embroiled in a dangerous investigation involving her brother's criminal activities. Abbott's prose is sharp and evocative, and her characters are richly drawn.

Raymond Chandler

The Long Goodbye

For those who appreciate Warshawski's moral compass and commitment to justice, Raymond Chandler's Philip Marlowe is a classic choice. In 'The Long Goodbye', Marlowe becomes entangled in a web of deceit and violence while trying to help a friend. Marlowe, like Warshawski, is a principled detective who isn't afraid to take on powerful adversaries.

Stieg Larsson

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

If you enjoy Warshawski's ability to tackle complex and sensitive cases, you'll appreciate Stieg Larsson's Lisbeth Salander. In 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', Salander teams up with journalist Mikael Blomkvist to solve a decades-old missing persons case. Salander is a brilliant and resourceful hacker who isn't afraid to use her skills to expose injustice.

Alex Michaelides

The Silent Patient

For readers who enjoy Warshawski's psychological insights and ability to uncover hidden truths, 'The Silent Patient' is a gripping thriller. The novel follows a criminal psychotherapist who is determined to uncover the truth behind a patient's silence after she is accused of murdering her husband. The novel is a masterclass in suspense and character development.

P.D. James

An Unsuitable Job for a Woman

If you appreciate Warshawski's intelligence and determination, you'll enjoy P.D. James' Cordelia Gray. In 'An Unsuitable Job for a Woman', Gray is hired to investigate the suicide of a Cambridge student and uncovers a web of secrets and lies. Gray, like Warshawski, is a smart and capable detective who isn't afraid to take on challenging cases.

Chris Pavone

The Expats

If you enjoy Warshawski's ability to navigate complex and international settings, you'll love 'The Expats'. The novel follows a former CIA