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Len Deightonstandalone novel1978
Alternate history and spy thriller, about political intrigue, set in british isles.
“Archer's investigation collides with occupation politics, the British resistance, and rival factions of the SS and the German Army, each wanting the case to go a different way.”
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series18 books1934
Mystery & detective, about murder investigation, set in early 20th century.
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The Demolished ManNovel
Alfred Besterstandalone novel1953
Science fiction, about psychic powers, set in far future.
“In the year 2301, guns are only museum pieces and benign telepaths sweep the minds of the populace to detect crimes before they happen.”
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The Purple CloudNovel
M. P. Shielstandalone novel1901
Science fiction and post-apocalyptic, about last of their kind.
Hap Collins and Leonard PineSeries
series46 books1990
About friendship, set in contemporary.
“The long-running series mixes hardboiled crime plotting with the two leads' running banter and loyalty to each other.”
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Cold in JulyNovel
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About revenge, set in late 20th century and small town.