Master of crime fiction Michael Connelly invites readers into a complex and interwoven universe with two unforgettable characters: Detective Hieronymus “Harry” Bosch and lawyer Mickey Haller. Did you know that these two characters, unbeknownst to many, are actually half-brothers? Here’s a guide to navigate this gripping world without getting lost.
The simplest way to read the Harry Bosch books is to follow their publication order. The first novel, The Black Echo, was published in 1992, while the most recent, The Waiting, hit shelves in 2024. With a chronological list of all 25 Harry Bosch novels, this guide lets you trace the character’s evolution step by step. Although the stories evolve over time, they can largely be read standalone, much like episodes of a TV series such as Law & Order.
Both series have been adapted for television: Bosch, starring Titus Welliver, is available on Amazon, and The Lincoln Lawyer, featuring Manuel Garcia-Rulfo as Mickey Haller, streams on Netflix. This raises a question for TV fans: “What if these two shows crossed over?” While this crossover hasn’t happened on screen yet, the two half-brothers’ paths intersect multiple times in the novels.
For dedicated fans, we’ve compiled a list of Lincoln Lawyer books featuring Harry Bosch:
- The Brass Verdict (2008)
- The Reversal (2010)
- The Fifth Witness (2011)
- The Gods of Guilt (2013)
- The Law of Innocence (2020)
- Resurrection Walk (2023)
This list will help you follow Harry Bosch’s adventures in the correct order and understand how the stories of these two brothers intertwine within Michael Connelly’s intricate universe. Happy reading!
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