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'One of those books you read with your knuckles – just hanging on until it's over ... good and thrilling.' (The New York Times)
'The Black Echo is one of the most authentic pieces of crime writing I've ever read. It is an extraordinary story, one that engages the reader on the first page and never lets go.' (James Lee Burke, bestselling author)
'The Bosch series has made Connelly one of the genre's most consistently enjoyable writers.' (The Sunday Telegraph) --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
'The Black Echo is one of the most authentic pieces of crime writing I've ever read. It is an extraordinary story, one that engages the reader on the first page and never lets go.' (James Lee Burke, bestselling author)
'The Bosch series has made Connelly one of the genre's most consistently enjoyable writers.' (The Sunday Telegraph) --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
About the Author
Michael Connelly is a former journalist and author of the bestselling series of Harry Bosch novels and the bestselling novels Chasing the Dime, The Poet, Blood Work, and Void Moon. Connelly has won numerous awards for his journalism and novels, including an Edgar Award. He lives in Florida.
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The Bosch series has made Connelly one of the genre's most consistently enjoyable writers ― SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
Michael Connelly is justly regarded as one of the world's finest crime writers ― DAILY MAIL
Connelly is a crime writing genius ― INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Michael Connelly is justly regarded as one of the world's finest crime writers ― DAILY MAIL
Connelly is a crime writing genius ― INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Special anniversary edition of the first ever Harry Bosch novel.
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- ASIN : B008N4HXI2
- Publisher : Allen & Unwin (1 July 2012)
- Language: : English
- File size : 1095 KB
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- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 424 pages
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Reviewed in Australia on 2 November 2014
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I am now a very strong supporter of the Harry Bosch series. I was tentative when starting to read this book after having read some of the Haller series, however, it soon grabbed my attention and got to the stage where I found it hard to put the book down at night. I recommend any of the series written by Michael Connelly to anyone who is a crime and mystery enthusiast. They will not be disappointed.
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Reviewed in Australia on 27 October 2019
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I loved reading this, travelling back to the early days of Harry's career. It was insightful renewing the profiles of familiar characters and beholding a younger, mellower Bosch.
Reviewed in Australia on 3 January 2019
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I watched the TV series 1-4 and became hooked on Harry Bosch. So I decided to read the first book “The Black Echo”. I instantly liked Michael Connellys style of writing and loved this book. I have since read all 22 Harry Bosch books and like them all.
I will now investigate and read Michael,s other books for example The Lincoln Lawyer.
Highly recommended
I will now investigate and read Michael,s other books for example The Lincoln Lawyer.
Highly recommended
Reviewed in Australia on 18 November 2020
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Loved the story when I read it first time years ago. Decided to get the anniversary edition with audible narration. The extras were totally worth it.
Reviewed in Australia on 18 February 2017
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Fast paced. Good complicated plot. Good characterisation without clogging up the story. The moustache was a disappointment. Did see the ending coming from a mile away but didn't spoil it or stop me reading. The action climax chapter went on a bit long. But saved by the last chapters that followed.
Reviewed in Australia on 23 April 2016
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Although this is the first Harry Bosch novel, I've read many other books by Connelly previously. And once again I enjoyed the thrill of the chase and Bosch's complex character. More than just a whodunnit and a fitting tribute to Connelly's inspiration, Raymond Chandler.
Reviewed in Australia on 5 December 2019
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Tight, gripping, good characters, good story.
Reviewed in Australia on 12 January 2021
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an okay book
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R T Twinem
3.0 out of 5 stars
The first in the series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 June 2018Verified Purchase
There is nowhere better for me to try to understand the mindset of Harry Bosch or indeed his creator Michael Connelly by starting again where it all began book one in the series.
Harry is best described as "a detective who would do the right thing no matter what the cost. A man with a sharp worn code of conduct. A classic outsider.".... In The Black Echo we learn about Harry's activities as a tunnel rat during the Vietnam war and how the horrors of this underground hell helped shape him as a detective with the will to survive and a loner's code of justice. When the body of a fellow "rat" Billy Meadows is discovered in a drain outlet, Harry is determined to find the perpetrator responsible and bring justice to his onetime comrade in arms. In this endeavour he is joined by FBI agent Eleanor Wish, a relationship develops that becomes personal and leaves Harry wondering if her intentions are honourable or does she harbor an underlying agenda.
The weakness of the story is the plot; dirty money profits from Saigon laundered as diamonds/precious stones and kept secret in a bank vault in downtown LA. The only way to retrieve the hidden stash is to tunnel deep into the innards of the bank. In contrast the strength of the story is the superb charactization of the main players. Bosch, Eleanor Wish and Deputy Chief Irvin Irving who appears to be on a one man crusade against what he views as underhand tactics by a maverick lone detective.
As always Michael Connnelly is razor sharp in his acute observations of the human spirit....."Sunsets did that here. Made you forget it was the smog that made their colors so brilliant, and that behind every pretty picture there could be an ugly story."....."He was a worn-out old man whose eyes had quit caring about anything but the odds on three year olds"..."I believe that shit happens. I believe that the best you can do in this job is come out even".......
Harry is best described as "a detective who would do the right thing no matter what the cost. A man with a sharp worn code of conduct. A classic outsider.".... In The Black Echo we learn about Harry's activities as a tunnel rat during the Vietnam war and how the horrors of this underground hell helped shape him as a detective with the will to survive and a loner's code of justice. When the body of a fellow "rat" Billy Meadows is discovered in a drain outlet, Harry is determined to find the perpetrator responsible and bring justice to his onetime comrade in arms. In this endeavour he is joined by FBI agent Eleanor Wish, a relationship develops that becomes personal and leaves Harry wondering if her intentions are honourable or does she harbor an underlying agenda.
The weakness of the story is the plot; dirty money profits from Saigon laundered as diamonds/precious stones and kept secret in a bank vault in downtown LA. The only way to retrieve the hidden stash is to tunnel deep into the innards of the bank. In contrast the strength of the story is the superb charactization of the main players. Bosch, Eleanor Wish and Deputy Chief Irvin Irving who appears to be on a one man crusade against what he views as underhand tactics by a maverick lone detective.
As always Michael Connnelly is razor sharp in his acute observations of the human spirit....."Sunsets did that here. Made you forget it was the smog that made their colors so brilliant, and that behind every pretty picture there could be an ugly story."....."He was a worn-out old man whose eyes had quit caring about anything but the odds on three year olds"..."I believe that shit happens. I believe that the best you can do in this job is come out even".......
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Scottish Gal
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Harry Bosch
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 April 2017Verified Purchase
I bought the Burning Room while on holiday in February 2017 and am now hooked on the Bosch Series of books. So thought I better start at the beginning with the Black Echo and it did not disappoint. Am now on a crossover Mickey Haller/Bosch book called the Brass Verdict.Just loving these books
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5.0 out of 5 stars
So well written!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 April 2020Verified Purchase
Damn, y'all!
Short version: I totally recommend this - it's utterly riveting. Get it!
Longer version: Not really a TV person but bc of Prime, occasionally watch pilot episodes of anything that looks interesting. With Bosch, I'm now in the middle of season 5. It's a bit grim but also utterly compelling. So figured I'd check out the first book (written in '92, so no cell phones: Maybe fellow Generation Xers who remember life before the cell phone/tech explosion will appreciate this more than millennials?) and even though things are slightly different (he's never married and Maddie doesn't exist yet) and events that happen in season 3 were sourced from this book, it's still so good!
I won't go into details, but the author's skill is phenomenal. I'm so glad to own this and look forward to working my way through the series and maybe even branching out to the author's other characters.
If you bear in mind this novel series was begun shortly after the 80s ended and don't expect things to be just like in the show, you'll probably get along fine with it.
Short version: I totally recommend this - it's utterly riveting. Get it!
Longer version: Not really a TV person but bc of Prime, occasionally watch pilot episodes of anything that looks interesting. With Bosch, I'm now in the middle of season 5. It's a bit grim but also utterly compelling. So figured I'd check out the first book (written in '92, so no cell phones: Maybe fellow Generation Xers who remember life before the cell phone/tech explosion will appreciate this more than millennials?) and even though things are slightly different (he's never married and Maddie doesn't exist yet) and events that happen in season 3 were sourced from this book, it's still so good!
I won't go into details, but the author's skill is phenomenal. I'm so glad to own this and look forward to working my way through the series and maybe even branching out to the author's other characters.
If you bear in mind this novel series was begun shortly after the 80s ended and don't expect things to be just like in the show, you'll probably get along fine with it.
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John
4.0 out of 5 stars
Harry Bosch is a character to enjoy
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 January 2018Verified Purchase
This is my first read of a Harry Bosch book - I was tempted because it was on offer, and glad I did. Purchased the second in the series half way through in fact.
The book itself follows the well used loner cop with a few personal problems, but the characters are well drawn and interesting. The story itself is well crafted and interesting, and the city is really nicely described. Given the book is now 25 years old, there are some bits of the that make you smile given todays connected world. Of course any Vietnam vets are now far older than Bosch's character, but that did not bother me in the least, and I am happy to have a new series of books to read.
The book itself follows the well used loner cop with a few personal problems, but the characters are well drawn and interesting. The story itself is well crafted and interesting, and the city is really nicely described. Given the book is now 25 years old, there are some bits of the that make you smile given todays connected world. Of course any Vietnam vets are now far older than Bosch's character, but that did not bother me in the least, and I am happy to have a new series of books to read.
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Father Ted
5.0 out of 5 stars
"A master of his craft"
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 March 2015Verified Purchase
Michael Connelly is clearly different class as far as writers of detective fiction are concerned. His background as a newspaper crime reporter means he knows the procedural aspects inside out. The characters are drawn with precision; the locale almost springs off the page like in those 'pop up' books we had as children.
What starts out as a mundane 'tick the boxes' trip for a suspected OD unfolds into an absorbing, helter-skelter investigation for Harry Bosch.
As each layer of the plot is pared back before us we begin to wonder if, as in real life, nothing is ever as it first appears.
We're on a train journey where we pull slowly out of the station and as the chapters tick by we pick up speed; the final scenes whistle past but you cannot take in the view, you are glued to the page. Those nagging doubts about certain snippets of information you've been fed finally resolve themselves into an answer you were hoping not to be told. A superbly crafted story.
What starts out as a mundane 'tick the boxes' trip for a suspected OD unfolds into an absorbing, helter-skelter investigation for Harry Bosch.
As each layer of the plot is pared back before us we begin to wonder if, as in real life, nothing is ever as it first appears.
We're on a train journey where we pull slowly out of the station and as the chapters tick by we pick up speed; the final scenes whistle past but you cannot take in the view, you are glued to the page. Those nagging doubts about certain snippets of information you've been fed finally resolve themselves into an answer you were hoping not to be told. A superbly crafted story.
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