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The Bill Gastner Mystery series by Steven F. Havill is a crime fiction series set in rural New Mexico. The series follows the life of Bill Gastner, a retired police chief who solves mysteries and uncovers secrets in his small town.
Tony Hillerman
Hunting Badger
Join Navajo Tribal cops Jim Chee and Joe Leaphorn in this exciting mystery novel by Tony Hillerman. This time, the duo must work together to track down a missing colleague and untangle a web of intrigue, murder, and cultural clashes in the Southwest.
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The Old Curiosity Shop
If you enjoyed the historical and cultural elements of the Bill Gastner Mystery series, you'll love this classic novel by Charles Dickens. Follow the story of Nell Trent and her grandfather as they navigate the seedy underbelly of 19th century London, trying to escape their debts and stay one step ahead of the villainous Quilp.
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A is for Alibi
If you're looking for a strong female lead in a mystery series, look no further than Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone novels. In this first book, Kinsey must solve the murder of a wealthy divorcee, using her wit, charm, and investigative skills to uncover the truth.
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The Bone Garden
For fans of the medical and forensic elements in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Tess Gerritsen is a great choice. Follow the story of a present-day medical examiner who uncovers a series of murders that took place over a century ago, and must use her knowledge of forensics to solve the case.
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The Lincoln Lawyer
If you enjoyed the legal elements in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Michael Connelly is a great choice. Follow defense attorney Mickey Haller as he takes on a high-profile case, only to discover that his client may be guilty of a horrific crime.
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The Yiddish Policemen's Union
For fans of the unique settings and cultural elements in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Michael Chabon is a must-read. Set in an alternate history where Jewish refugees have created a thriving community in Alaska, this novel follows detective Meyer Landsman as he investigates a murder that could have far-reaching consequences.
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The Dry
If you enjoyed the small-town settings and complex characters in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Jane Harper is a great choice. Follow federal agent Aaron Falk as he returns to his hometown to investigate a murder, only to uncover a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy the community.
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The Black Echo
For fans of the police procedural elements in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Michael Connelly is a must-read. Follow detective Harry Bosch as he investigates the murder of a fellow soldier, using his knowledge of police work and military tactics to uncover the truth.
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The Poacher's Son
If you enjoyed the wilderness settings and outdoor elements in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Paul Doiron is a great choice. Follow game warden Mike Bowditch as he investigates a poaching case that quickly turns deadly, using his knowledge of the wilderness and survival skills to stay one step ahead of the killer.
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The Art of Fielding
If you enjoyed the sports elements in the Bill Gastner Mystery series, this book by Chad Harbach is a great choice. Follow the story of a small liberal arts college and its baseball team, as they navigate the ups and downs of the season, and deal with personal and professional challenges along the way.
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