41. The Black Echo

The Black Echo. Michael Connelly. 1992.

The Black Echo (Mina) I really loved this very traditional murder mystery novel. I’m not even sure why since nothing stands out in terms of likable or relatable characters, interesting or timely plot, or particularly brilliant prose. The story just holds together, drew me in, & had a really good pace in terms of revelations. Recommend.

Recommended by Mina:

Mina: Have you listened to all of Michael Connelly? I’m sure I’ve recommended him before. His Bosch series is exquisite and extensive, and I also like the ones that involve the attorney (connection to Bosch revealed in an early book), Mickey Haller. He has started a new series with a woman detective....I haven’t listened to that one yet, but will soon. I’ve finally gotten over my aversion to listening to audiobooks while stalking the streets of Paris. I’m here for a long time, I’ve got miles to walk, why not?????
Me: What one do I start with?
Katrina: The Black Echo is the first Bosch book. I love all his books too!
Mina: And they get better and better. Thanks, Katrina, for chiming in!
​Me: Thanks to her chime, it made the list.
Mina: The other, less exalted, series I regularly listen to are by Linda Fairstein, James Patterson (the Women’s Murder Club series — this is one of the tackier series I follow), Alafair Burke (just read one of hers but it was “cherce”), the Stieg Larsson “Girl Who” series and its follow ups, Sue Grafton, of course, and RIP, and of course P.D. James and Elizabeth George.
Me: Mina, you get one book. That’s it. Pick it & pick it soon. Only 6 slots lefts.

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Comments: 

Annaliese: Was this from the Harry Bosch series? This is some of murder mystery brain candy I mentioned at the book club meeting, love this series.
Me:  Yes, it is. I will come back to the series when I finish my 2018 list.
Mina: Yes, do go back to the series! It just gets better and better...and Connelly branches out into related series, the most recent one starting with THE LATE SHOW.
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