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This Spanish crime fiction series features Petra Delicado, a tough and intelligent police inspector in Barcelona. Together with her partner, Fermín Garzón, Delicado tackles complex cases while dealing with the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated profession. Bartlett's vivid descriptions of Barcelona and insightful social commentary add depth to these engaging and thought-provoking mysteries.
Tana French
The Secret Place
This is a psychological thriller about a murder that takes place in an all-girls boarding school. The story is told from the perspective of a group of students who are determined to solve the crime. The Secret Place is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female characters, intricate plot, and the sense of mystery that it creates.
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The Expats
This is a spy thriller about a woman who moves to Europe with her husband and children, only to discover that he is leading a double life. The story is full of twists and turns, and explores themes of identity, trust, and deception. The Expats is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female lead, intricate plot, and the sense of danger that it creates.
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The Silent Wife
This is a psychological thriller about a marriage that is slowly falling apart. The story is told from the perspective of the wife, who is determined to hold on to her husband no matter what. The Silent Wife is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female lead, intricate plot, and the sense of mystery that it creates.
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The Dry
This is a crime novel about a man who returns to his hometown in Australia to investigate the death of his childhood friend. The story explores themes of family, loyalty, and the secrets that people keep. The Dry is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong sense of place, intricate plot, and the sense of danger that it creates.
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The Good Daughter
This is a crime novel about a woman who is forced to confront her past when a violent crime rocks her hometown. The story explores themes of family, loyalty, and the secrets that people keep. The Good Daughter is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong sense of place, intricate plot, and the sense of danger that it creates.
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The Widow
This is a psychological thriller about a woman who is trying to move on with her life after her husband's death. However, when it is revealed that he was a suspect in a missing persons case, she is forced to confront the truth about their marriage. The Widow is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female lead, intricate plot, and the sense of mystery that it creates.
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The Woman in the Window
This is a psychological thriller about a woman who is suffering from agoraphobia and spends her days spying on her neighbors. When she witnesses a crime, she is forced to confront her own demons and the truth about what she saw. The Woman in the Window is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female lead, intricate plot, and the sense of mystery that it creates.
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The Lying Game
This is a psychological thriller about a group of friends who are forced to confront the truth about a game they played in their past. When one of them is found dead, they must uncover the truth about what happened before it's too late. The Lying Game is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female leads, intricate plot, and the sense of mystery that it creates.
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The Marsh King's Daughter
This is a psychological thriller about a woman who is forced to confront her past when her father, a notorious kidnapper and murderer, escapes from prison. The story explores themes of family, identity, and the secrets that people keep. The Marsh King's Daughter is a great choice for fans of Petra Delicado Mysteries because of its strong female lead, intricate plot, and the sense of danger that it creates.
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