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A Darkness More Than Night (Harry Bosch, #7; Harry Bosch Universe, #10)

Michael Connelly
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A Darkness More Than Night (Harry Bosch, #7; Harry Bosch Universe, #10)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Michael Connelly

A Darkness More Than Night (Harry Bosch, #7; Harry Bosch Universe, #10)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

470

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Darkness More Than Night by Michael Connelly is a crime thriller where retired FBI agent Terry McCaleb is drawn into an investigation. The complex case intersects with LAPD detective Harry Bosch, leading to unexpected revelations and intertwining fates as they race to uncover the truth behind a gruesome crime. The book blends suspense and intricate storytelling.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

87,901 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Michael Connelly's A Darkness More Than Night intertwines the lives of Harry Bosch and Terry McCaleb in a gripping legal and investigative thriller. Praised for its intricate plot and seamless character integration, it captivates despite some criticism for a slower pace. Connelly's adept storytelling and complex characters drive this compelling, albeit occasionally drawn-out, narrative.

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Who Should Read A Darkness More Than Night (Harry Bosch, #7; Harry Bosch Universe, #10)?

Readers who enjoy crime thrillers and intricate mysteries will be captivated by Michael Connelly's A Darkness More Than Night. Fans of gritty, complex characters like those in Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs or James Patterson's Alex Cross series will find this novel particularly appealing.

4.3

87,901 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

A Darkness More Than Night marks the first time that Terry McCaleb and Harry Bosch, two of Michael Connelly's most popular characters, appear together in the same novel.

The novel's intricate plot draws inspiration from the artwork of Hieronymus Bosch, a historical painter known for his fantastical and detailed depictions of sin and human moral failings.

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Michael Connelly, the author, was once a crime reporter, and his experience covering crime scenes and working alongside law enforcement heavily influences his writing style and the authenticity of his crime novels.

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Book Details
Pages

470

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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