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This thriller shares a gritty and contemplative tone that will resonate with Dream Town fans.
10 Best Books Like Dream Town
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The best books like Dream Town are:
- 1The Crossing by Michael Connelly4.6
- 2The Red Book by James Patterson and David Ellis0
- 3Little Lies by Liane Moriarty0
- 4Countdown by James Patterson and Brendan DuBois0
- 5Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter) by Thomas Harris4.5#1
- 6The Poet by Michael Connelly4.5
- 7The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly4.6#1
- 8The Fifth Witness by Michael Connelly4.6
- 9The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly4.6
- 10The Firm by John Grisham4.6
Private detective Aloysius Archer takes on a case in 1950s Hollywood that pulls him into the glamorous and dangerous world of movie studios, ambitious starlets, and studio executives with deadly secre
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Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter)
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This thriller shares a methodical and gritty tone that will resonate with Dream Town fans.
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This thriller shares a gritty and methodical tone that will resonate with Dream Town fans.
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Quick Comparison: Books Like Dream Town
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2016 | — | Closest match |
| The Red Book | James Patterson and David Ellis | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Little Lies | Liane Moriarty | 0 | 2014 | 496 | Similar vibes |
| Countdown | James Patterson and Brendan DuBois | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter) | Thomas Harris | 4.5 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Poet | Michael Connelly | 4.5 | 1996 | 434 | Similar vibes |
| The Lincoln Lawyer | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2011 | 423 | Similar vibes |
| The Fifth Witness | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2011 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Brass Verdict | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2008 | 432 | Similar vibes |
| The Firm | John Grisham | 4.6 | 1993 | 501 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Dream Town?
The most similar books to Dream Town are The Crossing, The Red Book, Little Lies.
What should I read after Dream Town?
After finishing Dream Town, readers most commonly pick up The Crossing next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by David Baldacci, such as The Edge.
Who writes books like David Baldacci?
Authors similar to David Baldacci include Dennis Lehane.
What genre is Dream Town?
Dream Town is a Thriller novel by David Baldacci, published in 2022. It features elements of 1950s Hollywood, Private Detective, Film Industry.
How long is Dream Town?
Dream Town is 432 pages long.
Does Dream Town have romance/spice?
Dream Town has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About Dream Town
Private detective Aloysius Archer takes on a case in 1950s Hollywood that pulls him into the glamorous and dangerous world of movie studios, ambitious starlets, and studio executives with deadly secrets. When a promising actress disappears and bodies start piling up, Archer must navigate the treacherous landscape of golden age Hollywood while staying alive long enough to solve the case. Baldacci captures the atmosphere of classic noir fiction with authentic 1950s detail and the shadowy underbelly of Hollywood's dream factory during its most glamorous and corrupt era. Perfect for historical crime fiction fans who appreciate 1950s settings, Hollywood atmosphere, and classic private detective stories with period authenticity and the moral ambiguity that defined the golden age of detective fiction.