Desert Star (2022)
Renée Ballard and Harry Bosch work together to hunt the killer who is Bosch’s “white whale”—a man responsible for the murder of an entire family.
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About Michael Connelly
Michael is the bestselling author of thirty-seven novels. Over 80 million copies of his books have been sold worldwide. He is also the executive producer of both Bosch TV series and The Lincoln Lawyer.
Latest Releases
Bosch: Legacy – Streaming Now!
Bosch: Legacy is streaming now on Freevee/ Prime Video.
Harry Bosch embarks on the next chapter of his career and finds himself working as a private investigator with his one-time enemy, Honey Chandler. The show will also follow the trajectory of a cop from police academy to street, as Bosch’s daughter, Maddie, joins the force.
The Lincoln Lawyer – Streaming Now On Netflix
Mickey Haller is back! Streaming on Netflix worldwide. Based on The Brass Verdict (2008), the second book in the series. Mickey takes over the law practice of a murdered defense attorney.
Featured News
Last Chance This Year To Get A Personally Inscribed Copy Of DESERT STAR
The book tour is over but there is one last opportunity to get a personally inscribed and signed copy of Desert Star. Order a book from the Book Carnival bookstore in Orange, CA, by December 11, and have it shipped to you or to a friend as a gift for the holidays.
Join The DESERT STAR Book Club
Watch Michael Connelly in conversation with his longtime editor. They’ll be having a deep-dive discussion about the writing and editing of the book, the character developments and plot twists, answering questions from book club members, and talking about what comes next. This online Crowdcast event will be at 8pm ET on Tuesday, December 6. It is free and open to anyone who wants to read the book and join. Can’t make it then or in the wrong time zone? Don’t worry, we’ll send you a link to watch a recording of the event. You’ll also be given a chance to ask questions in advance.
Video: Michael Connelly in the desert…with DESERT STAR
Watch this short video on YouTube. Shot in the desert while on location for Bosch: Legacy season 2.
Bosch & Ballard Are Back In DESERT STAR – Out Now
Desert Star is now available in the USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
“At this point, Connelly could be forgiven for phoning it in, but his latest entry in the Bosch canon is as sharp as his first.” – The Washington Post
DESERT STAR Reviews
“ranks up there with Connelly’s best”
“One of the best books of the year”
“a gift to fans”
“superb”
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Excerpt: Read Chapter 1 Of DESERT STAR
Bosch had the pills lined up on the table ready to go. He was pouring water from the bottle into the glass when the doorbell rang. He sat at the table, thinking he would let it go. His daughter had a key and never knocked, and he wasn’t expecting anyone. It had to be a solicitor or a neighbor, and he didn’t know any of his neighbors anymore. Keep reading…