Chasing the Dime (Harry Bosch Universe, #12)
448
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles • Contemporary
2003
Adult
18+ years
Chasing the Dime by Michael Connelly follows a high-tech entrepreneur who gets entangled in the investigation of a missing woman after receiving unusual phone messages meant for someone else. As they delve deeper, they uncover secrets and face dangerous threats, all while balancing their personal and professional life.
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Michael Connelly's Chasing the Dime captivates with its compelling narrative and intricate plot, showcasing Connelly's strength in crafting tension and suspense. However, some readers feel the protagonist's decisions strain credulity, detracting from the overall immersion. Despite this, it remains a gripping thriller that keeps pages turning.
Fans of The Firm by John Grisham and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson will enjoy Chasing the Dime by Michael Connelly. This thriller preys on tech intrigue and corporate deception, making it a must-read for crime fiction lovers who crave a mix of high-stakes business and mystery.
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Chasing the Dime delves into the world of technology startups, with Michael Connelly meticulously researching the field to realistically depict his protagonist's company and its groundbreaking science.
The novel's setting contrasts with many of Connelly's other works, as it leans more towards high-tech environments compared to the generally gritty, crime-centered scenes in the Harry Bosch series.
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Michael Connelly has stated that he was inspired to write Chasing the Dime after being intrigued by the possibility of mixing business and crime in the high-stakes world of technological innovation.
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448
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles • Contemporary
2003
Adult
18+ years
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