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Dashiell Hammett

The Thin Man

If you enjoy the quick-witted and humorous tone of the Fletch series, you'll appreciate Dashiell Hammett's The Thin Man. This classic detective novel features a retired detective, Nick Charles, and his socialite wife Nora, who become embroiled in a murder investigation. The dialogue is sharp, and the characters are charming, making it a delightful read for fans of Fletch.

Raymond Chandler

The Big Sleep

Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep is a classic hard-boiled detective novel that shares the same witty and fast-paced style as the Fletch series. Philip Marlowe, the private investigator, is hired by a wealthy general to investigate a blackmail case, which leads him to a web of crime and deceit. The novel's snappy dialogue and intricate plot will appeal to fans of Gregory McDonald's books.

Raymond Chandler

The Long Goodbye

The Long Goodbye is another classic detective novel by Raymond Chandler that features the same wit and humor as the Fletch series. In this novel, Philip Marlowe befriends a struggling writer and becomes entangled in his troubled life, which leads to a complex and dangerous investigation. Fans of Fletch will enjoy the quick-witted banter and the intricate plot.

Dashiell Hammett

The Maltese Falcon

The Maltese Falcon is a classic detective novel by Dashiell Hammett that features a tough and resourceful private investigator, Sam Spade. When Spade's partner is murdered during a case, he becomes obsessed with finding the killer and uncovers a web of crime and deceit. Fans of Fletch will appreciate the quick wit and sharp dialogue in this novel.

Dashiell Hammett

The Dain Curse

The Dain Curse is a classic detective novel by Dashiell Hammett that features a complex and intricate plot that will appeal to fans of Fletch. The Op, a detective agency, is hired to investigate a family curse that has plagued them for generations. As the investigation unfolds, the Op becomes entangled in a dangerous web of crime and deceit.

Dashiell Hammett

The Continental Op

The Continental Op is a collection of short stories by Dashiell Hammett that feature the same tough and resourceful detective, the Continental Op, from The Dain Curse. The stories are fast-paced and witty, with intricate plots that will appeal to fans of Fletch. The Continental Op's dry humor and sharp wit make this collection a must-read for fans of Gregory McDonald's books.

Raymond Chandler

The Simple Art of Murder

The Simple Art of Murder is a collection of essays and short stories by Raymond Chandler that explore the art of detective fiction. Chandler's wit and humor are on full display in this collection, which will appeal to fans of Fletch. The essays offer insight into Chandler's writing process and his thoughts on the genre, while the short stories feature Philip Marlowe and other classic Chandler characters.

Michael Connelly

The Black Echo

Michael Connelly's The Black Echo is a gritty and suspenseful detective novel that shares the same dark humor as the Fletch series. The novel features Harry Bosch, a Vietnam War veteran and LAPD detective, who investigates the murder of a fellow veteran. The novel's complex plot and vivid characters will appeal to fans of Fletch.

Ross Macdonald

The Chill

Ross Macdonald's The Chill is a classic detective novel that features a complex and intricate plot that will appeal to fans of Fletch. The novel features private investigator Lew Archer, who is hired to find a missing person and uncovers a web of crime and deceit. The novel's sharp dialogue and vivid characters make it a must-read for fans of Gregory McDonald's books.