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If you liked The Cold Cold Ground, here are the top 100 books to read next:
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Save:Ambitious, strange, and unforgettable - "Milkman" is a rewarding but challenging literary journey into paranoia and survival under pressure. Try a sample: if you vibe with the voice, you'll be hooked.
The day Somebody McSomebody put a gun to my breast and called me a cat and threatened to shoot me was the same day the milkman died. He had been shot by one of the state hit squads and I did not care... - #2
Save:A smart, atmospheric police procedural with strong female leads and layered storytelling - ideal if you like your mysteries more thoughtful than shocking.
I didn’t know where I was or what I was doing when the phone rang; I didn’t even know that it was the phone that had woken me. I came up from miles below the surface and opened an eye as one part of m... - #3
Save:A solid, moody introduction to Inspector Rebus - best for readers who appreciate flawed detectives and atmospheric storytelling over clever plotting or nonstop action. Worth starting if you want to see where this iconic Scottish crime series began.
Rebus waved to the duty sergeant, who was tearing old pictures from the notice-board and pinning up new ones in their place. He climbed the great curving staircase to his office. Campbell was just lea... - #4
Save:Dark, riveting, and deeply thought-provoking - The Twelve is a standout crime novel with a supernatural edge. It’s challenging but rewarding, and perfect for those ready to confront the darker side of history and humanity.
Maybe if he had one more drink they’d leave him alone. Gerry Fegan told himself that lie before every swallow. He chased the whiskey’s burn with a cool black mouthful of Guinness and placed the glass... - #5
Save:An emotional, cinematic doorstop of a novel that brilliantly covers Ireland’s fight for freedom - imperfect, yes, but utterly unforgettable if you want to feel history in your bones.
I recall with utter clarity the first great shock of my life. A scream came from the cottage next door. I rushed into the room, as familiar as my own home. The Larkin kids, Conor, Liam and Brigid, all... - #6
Save:A bold, timely, and impressive debut - Long Way Home is a must for anyone who loves their crime fiction gritty and thought-provoking. Settle in; you’ll want to follow Zigic and Ferreira for the long haul!
- #7
Save:A compelling, atmospheric start to a promising series - perfect for fans of dark, immersive Irish crime fiction, but may feel a bit slow or dense for those after a fast, breezy mystery.
It was two hours into the day shift when Aisling finished her last chart and signed out, which meant she had the dressing room to herself. She took her time in the shower, letting the hot water ease t... - #8
Save:A dark, addictive police procedural that reinvents Ripper lore for modern times - with suspense, smart twists, and a memorably troubled protagonist. Great for fans of gritty, twist-packed mysteries.
Somehow managing to stand upright, arms outstretched, fingers grasping the rim of the passenger door, a dead woman was spewing blood over the car’s paintwork, each spatter overlaying the last as the p... - #9
Save:A beautifully written literary mystery that’s more about people than puzzles - a treat for fans of smart, character-driven fiction, but less satisfying for those craving a traditional, brisk-paced detective story.
How lucky were they? A heat wave in the middle of the school holidays, exactly where it belonged. Every morning the sun was up long before they were, making a mockery of the flimsy summer curtains tha... - #10
Save:A page-turning Danish crime novel - dark, tense, and sardonic, with unforgettable characters. If you’re up for moody mysteries and can handle a bit of grit, this opener to the Department Q series is a must-read.
Homicide chief Marcus Jacobsen wasa slob when it came to keeping his office in order, but that didn’t bother him. The mess was just an external phenomenon; on the inside he was meticulously organized....
