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by David Baldacci
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a tense and propulsive tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
10 Best Books Like The Crossing
If you loved The Crossing by Michael Connelly, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like The Crossing are:
- 1The 6:20 Man by David Baldacci0
- 2The Poet by Michael Connelly4.5
- 3Girl Anonymous by Christina Dodd4.5
- 4Crosshairs by James Patterson and James O. Born0
- 5Criminal Mischief by Stuart Woods0
- 625 Alive by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro0
- 7The Maid by Nita Prose0#1
- 8The Teacher by Frieda McFadden0
- 9Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter) by Thomas Harris4.5#1
- 10The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly4.6#1
When retired LAPD detective Harry Bosch reluctantly agrees to help his half-brother, defense attorney Mickey Haller, investigate what appears to be an airtight murder case, he's convinced the evidence points to a police setup. Going against every instinct from his years in law enforcement, Bosch must turn his investigation inward toward his former colleagues at the LAPD, putting himself squarely in the crosshairs of dangerous enemies.
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Detailed Recommendations
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by Michael Connelly
4.51996434 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Michael Connelly book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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by Christina Dodd
4.52025336 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a intense and brooding tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
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by James Patterson and James O. Born
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a urgent and determined tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
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by Stuart Woods
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a breezy and comfortable tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
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by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a tense but reassuring tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
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The Maid
A Planned #1 (works standalone)by Nita Prose
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a gentle and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
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by Frieda McFadden
02024
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and twisty tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
9
Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter)
Hannibal Lecter #1 (works standalone)by Thomas Harris
4.52008
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and cerebral tone that will resonate with The Crossing fans.
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The Lincoln Lawyer
Mickey Haller #1 (works standalone)by Michael Connelly
4.62011423 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Michael Connelly book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Crossing
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The 6:20 Man | David Baldacci | 0 | — | — | Closest match |
| The Poet | Michael Connelly | 4.5 | 1996 | 434 | Same author |
| Girl Anonymous | Christina Dodd | 4.5 | 2025 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| Crosshairs | James Patterson and James O. Born | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Criminal Mischief | Stuart Woods | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| 25 Alive | James Patterson and Maxine Paetro | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Maid | Nita Prose | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Teacher | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2024 | — | Similar vibes |
| Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter) | Thomas Harris | 4.5 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Lincoln Lawyer | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2011 | 423 | Same author |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Crossing?
The most similar books to The Crossing are The 6:20 Man, The Poet, Girl Anonymous.
What should I read after The Crossing?
After finishing The Crossing, readers most commonly pick up The 6:20 Man next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Michael Connelly, such as Nightshade.
Who writes books like Michael Connelly?
Authors similar to Michael Connelly include Dennis Lehane, Tana French.
What genre is The Crossing?
The Crossing is a Thriller novel by Michael Connelly, published in 2016.
How long is The Crossing?
The Crossing varies in length depending on edition.
About The Crossing
Harry Bosch teams up with Lincoln Lawyer Mickey Haller in the new thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly.Detective Harry Bosch has retired from the LAPD, but his half-brother, defense attorney Mickey Haller, needs his help. The murder rap against his client seems ironclad, but Mickey is sure it's a setup. Though it goes against all his instincts, Bosch takes the case. With the secret help of his former LAPD partner Lucia Soto, he turns the investigation inside the police department. But as Bosch gets closer to discovering the truth, he makes himself a target.