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Robert B. Parker

The Judas Goat

If you're looking for a modern take on the classic detective novel, check out Robert B. Parker's The Judas Goat. This book features Spenser, a private investigator who is hired by a wealthy businessman to find his missing daughter. As Spenser follows the trail of the missing woman, he uncovers a conspiracy that leads all the way to the top of the political establishment. With its snappy dialogue, fast-paced action, and moral complexity, The Judas Goat is a worthy successor to Linington's Maddox novels.

Josephine Tey

The Daughter of Time

Josephine Tey's The Daughter of Time is a classic mystery novel that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book follows the exploits of Alan Grant, a Scotland Yard detective who becomes obsessed with the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, two young boys who were allegedly murdered by their uncle Richard III. As Grant investigates the case, he uncovers a web of intrigue and deception that challenges everything he thought he knew about history. With its clever plotting and deep exploration of character, The Daughter of Time is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.

Sue Grafton

A is for Alibi

Sue Grafton's A is for Alibi is a great choice for readers who enjoy Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. This book introduces Kinsey Millhone, a private investigator who is hired by a woman to prove her husband's innocence in the murder of his first wife. As Millhone delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a tangled web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy everyone involved. With its complex plotting, memorable characters, and sharp wit, A is for Alibi is a worthy successor to Linington's Maddox novels.

Rex Stout

The Silent Speaker

Rex Stout's The Silent Speaker is a classic mystery novel that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book features Nero Wolfe, a brilliant detective who is hired to solve the murder of a government statistician. As Wolfe and his assistant Archie Goodwin investigate the case, they uncover a web of corruption and deceit that threatens to destroy the very fabric of society. With its witty dialogue, intricate plotting, and memorable characters, The Silent Speaker is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.

Raymond Chandler

The Big Sleep

Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep is a classic detective novel that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book introduces Philip Marlowe, a hard-boiled detective who is hired to investigate a blackmail case. As Marlowe delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a tangled web of crime, corruption, and danger. With its snappy dialogue, gritty realism, and moral complexity, The Big Sleep is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.

Dorothy L. Sayers

The Nine Tailors

Dorothy L. Sayers' The Nine Tailors is a classic mystery novel that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book features Lord Peter Wimsey, a gentleman detective who is called in to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in a small English village. As Wimsey delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy the community. With its rich historical detail, intricate plotting, and memorable characters, The Nine Tailors is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

The Hound of the Baskervilles

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic mystery novel that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book features Sherlock Holmes, the world's greatest detective, who is called in to investigate a series of mysterious events on the moors of Devonshire. As Holmes and his sidekick Dr. Watson unravel the case, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy the Baskerville family. With its atmospheric setting, intricate plotting, and unforgettable characters, The Hound of the Baskervilles is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.

Dashiell Hammett

The Thin Man

Dashiell Hammett's The Thin Man is a classic detective novel that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book introduces Nick and Nora Charles, a husband-and-wife detective team who are drawn into a web of intrigue and danger when they investigate the disappearance of a wealthy inventor. As they unravel the case, they uncover a tangled web of secrets, lies, and murder. With its snappy dialogue, fast-paced action, and unforgettable characters, The Thin Man is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.

Thomas Harris

Red Dragon

Thomas Harris' Red Dragon is a gripping thriller that will appeal to fans of Elizabeth Linington's Ivor Maddox series. The book introduces Will Graham, a retired FBI agent who is called back to duty to track down a serial killer known as the Tooth Fairy. As Graham delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy him. With its complex plotting, memorable characters, and psychological depth, Red Dragon is a must-read for fans of thrilling crime fiction.