Best Private Investigator Books December 2024

Troubled Blood

Private detective Cormoran Strike returns in this gripping cold case mystery. When a woman walks into his office seeking help finding her mother, who vanished 40 years ago, Strike and his partner Robin Ellacott are drawn into a twisting investigation that leads them through a labyrinth of psychics, serial killers, and witnesses with secrets to hide. As they unravel the threads of the decades-old disappearance, Strike and Robin must confront their own demons and navigate their complex relationship. Galbraith’s masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters make this an unputdownable thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Lethal White

Cormoran Strike returns in a gripping mystery that plunges him into the murky world of politics and blackmail. When a troubled young man seeks his help, Strike is drawn into a twisting investigation reaching from the corridors of Parliament to a sinister country manor. As he and his partner Robin unravel a complex web of secrets, Strike grapples with his own demons and their evolving relationship. Galbraith’s masterful storytelling kept me up late, savoring every twist and character nuance.

Career of Evil

Cormoran Strike returns in this gripping thriller, delving into a world of twisted minds and dark secrets. When a mysterious package containing a severed leg arrives at his office, Strike and his partner Robin Ellacott are thrust into a race against time to uncover the sender’s identity. As they navigate London’s seedy underbelly, personal demons resurface, testing their resolve and partnership. Galbraith’s masterful storytelling keeps you on edge, blending gritty realism with unexpected twists that’ll have you questioning everything until the very end.

The Silkworm

Cormoran Strike returns in this gripping sequel, delving into the cutthroat world of publishing. When a controversial novelist vanishes, Strike and his assistant Robin unravel a twisted tale of jealousy and revenge. As they navigate London’s literary circles, they encounter eccentric characters and dark secrets. Galbraith’s sharp prose and intricate plotting keep you guessing until the very end. A thrilling mystery that’ll have you burning the midnight oil.

The Cuckoo’s Calling

Cormoran Strike, a war veteran turned private detective, is barely scraping by when a new case falls into his lap. The supposed suicide of a supermodel draws him into a world of multimillionaires, rock stars, and desperate designers. As Strike delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled web of secrets and lies. With his determined assistant Robin by his side, Strike must navigate London’s seedy underbelly to unravel the truth. This gripping mystery had me hooked from the first page, with its vivid characters and unexpected twists. Galbraith’s attention to detail brings the gritty streets of London to life.