The Night Fire (Renée Ballard, #3; Harry Bosch, #22; Harry Bosch Universe, #33)
The Night Fire (Renée Ballard, #3; Harry Bosch, #22; Harry Bosch Universe, #33)
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BetaThe Night Fire (Renée Ballard, #3; Harry Bosch, #22; Harry Bosch Universe, #33)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019405
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Night Fire by Michael Connelly, retired LAPD detective Harry Bosch and LAPD Detective Renée Ballard team up to solve a cold case. Bosch inherits a murder book from his mentor, and together with Ballard, they navigate through unsolved crimes and complex investigations, aiming to bring justice to the victims.
Reviews & Readership
121,929 ratings
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Review Roundup
Michael Connelly's The Night Fire intertwines compelling characters and a gripping plot, delivering a satisfying addition to the Bosch series. Critics praise its intricate storytelling and Connelly's mastery in maintaining suspense. However, some note that the pacing can lag and the multiple plotlines may confuse new readers. Overall, it’s heralded as a strong entry in crime fiction.
Who Should Read The Night Fire (Renée Ballard, #3; Harry Bosch, #22; Harry Bosch Universe, #33)?
Readers who savor gripping, intricately plotted police procedurals, rich with character development and moral dilemmas, will enjoy Michael Connelly’s The Night Fire. Fans of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson and Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn will find Connelly's work equally compelling and atmospheric.
121,929 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Night Fire is part of the collaborative universe where Michael Connelly brings together his beloved characters, detective Harry Bosch and LAPD Detective Renée Ballard, showcasing the interplay of two different investigative styles.
To create authentic courtroom scenes in The Night Fire, Michael Connelly draws from his past experience as a crime reporter, giving readers an insider's view into the legal intricacies of Los Angeles.
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Michael Connelly often incorporates real Los Angeles locations in his books, and The Night Fire is no exception, offering readers a vivid sense of place that enhances the crime-solving narrative.
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
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