10 Best Books Like The Brass Verdict
If you loved The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Brass Verdict are:
- 1The Poet by Michael Connelly4.5
- 2The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly4.6#1
- 3The Firm by John Grisham4.6
- 4Girl Anonymous by Christina Dodd4.5
- 5Alex Cross Must Die by James Patterson0
- 625 Alive by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro0
- 7Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter) by Thomas Harris4.5#1
- 8The Judge's List by John Grisham0#2
- 9The Boys from Biloxi by John Grisham0
- 10The 6:20 Man by David Baldacci0

When defense attorney Mickey Haller inherits a high-profile murder case after the lawyer handling it is killed, he discovers the victim's killer may now be targeting him. With detective Harry Bosch willing to use Haller as bait to catch the murderer, these two loners must work together as danger mounts around a case that could make or break Haller's career.
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Detailed Recommendations

The Lincoln Lawyer
Mickey Haller #1 (works standalone)by Michael Connelly
Why you'll love it:
Another Michael Connelly book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.

Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter)
Hannibal Lecter #1 (works standalone)by Thomas Harris
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and cerebral tone that will resonate with The Brass Verdict fans.

The Judge's List
Lacy Stoltz #2 (works standalone)by John Grisham
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a tense but controlled tone that will resonate with The Brass Verdict fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Brass Verdict
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Poet | Michael Connelly | 4.5 | 1996 | 434 | Same author |
| The Lincoln Lawyer | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2011 | 423 | Same author |
| The Firm | John Grisham | 4.6 | 1993 | 501 | Similar vibes |
| Girl Anonymous | Christina Dodd | 4.5 | 2025 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| Alex Cross Must Die | James Patterson | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| 25 Alive | James Patterson and Maxine Paetro | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter) | Thomas Harris | 4.5 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Judge's List | John Grisham | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Boys from Biloxi | John Grisham | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The 6:20 Man | David Baldacci | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Brass Verdict?
The most similar books to The Brass Verdict are The Poet, The Lincoln Lawyer, The Firm.
What should I read after The Brass Verdict?
After finishing The Brass Verdict, readers most commonly pick up The Poet next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Michael Connelly, such as The Dark Hours.
Who writes books like Michael Connelly?
Authors similar to Michael Connelly include Freida McFadden, Gillian Flynn, Alex Michaelides.
What genre is The Brass Verdict?
The Brass Verdict is a Thriller novel by Michael Connelly, published in 2008.
How long is The Brass Verdict?
The Brass Verdict is 432 pages long.
About The Brass Verdict
Things are finally looking up for defense attorney Mickey Haller. After two years of wrong turns, Haller is back in the courtroom. When Hollywood lawyer Jerry Vincent is murdered, Haller inherits his biggest case yet: the defense of Walter Elliott, a prominent studio executive accused of murdering his wife and her lover. But as Haller prepares for the case that could launch him into the big time, he learns that Vincent's killer may be coming for him next.Enter Harry Bosch. Determined to find Vincent's killer, he is not opposed to using Haller as bait. But as danger mounts and the stakes rise, these two loners realize their only choice is to work together.Bringing together Michael Connelly's two most popular characters, The Brass Verdictis sure to be his biggest book yet.










