Discover books similar to "Jack Taylor" series
Ken Bruen
"Jack Taylor" series
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Get ready for a wild ride with 'Jack Taylor', a book series that pushes the boundaries of crime fiction and noir. Written by Ken Bruen, the series follows the titular character, a hard-drinking, hard-living private detective, as he navigates the seedy underbelly of Galway, Ireland. With its gritty realism, sharp social commentary, and unforgettable characters, 'Jack Taylor' is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and noir.
Books in series:
- 1. The Guards
- 2. The Killing Of The Tinkers
- 4. The Dramatist
- 5. Priest
- 6. Cross
List of books similar to "Jack Taylor" series:
Michael Connelly
The Black Echo
Harry Bosch, the protagonist of 'The Black Echo', is a veteran LAPD detective with a haunted past. Connelly's procedural thriller is a great match for 'Jack Taylor' fans who enjoy a gritty, realistic portrayal of detective work.
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Thomas Harris
Red Dragon
While not a detective story, 'Red Dragon' features criminal profiler Will Graham, who shares Jack Taylor's complex relationship with the criminals he pursues. Harris's psychological thriller is a gripping read.
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Dashiell Hammett
The Maltese Falcon
If you enjoy the hard-boiled detective style of Jack Taylor, you'll appreciate the classic noir of Sam Spade in 'The Maltese Falcon'. Hammett's writing set the stage for the modern detective genre.
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Dennis Lehane
A Drink Before the War
Lehane's 'Kenzie and Gennaro' series is a great match for 'Jack Taylor' fans. This first book introduces private investigators Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro as they navigate the darker side of Boston.
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Raymond Chandler
The Big Sleep
Philip Marlowe, the protagonist of 'The Big Sleep', shares the same world-weary cynicism as Jack Taylor. Chandler's mastery of the detective genre is a must-read for fans of 'Jack Taylor'.
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James Lee Burke
Black Cherry Blues
In 'Black Cherry Blues', Dave Robicheaux faces his own demons while trying to solve a series of crimes. The rich, evocative prose and complex characters will appeal to 'Jack Taylor' fans.
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Ross Macdonald
The Galton Case
Lew Archer, the private investigator in 'The Galton Case', is a classic noir hero. Macdonald's intricate plots and psychological insights will resonate with 'Jack Taylor' readers.
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Val McDermid
The Wire in the Blood
Clinical psychologist Tony Hill and detective Carol Jordan team up to catch a serial killer in 'The Wire in the Blood'. Fans of 'Jack Taylor' will appreciate the dark, gritty atmosphere and complex characters.
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Caleb Carr
The Alienist
Set in the late 19th century, 'The Alienist' follows a team of investigators as they track a serial killer in New York City. Fans of 'Jack Taylor' will appreciate the historical setting and the psychological insights into the minds of killers.
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Dennis Lehane
Mystic River
Lehane's 'Mystic River' is a haunting exploration of the impact of violence and trauma on a community. The complex characters and intricate plot will appeal to 'Jack Taylor' fans.
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