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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a intense and brooding tone that will resonate with The Poet fans.
10 Best Books Like The Poet
If you loved The Poet by Michael Connelly, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like The Poet are:
- 1Girl Anonymous by Christina Dodd4.5
- 225 Alive by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro0
- 3The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly4.6#1
- 4The 6:20 Man by David Baldacci0
- 5Crosshairs by James Patterson and James O. Born0
- 6Criminal Mischief by Stuart Woods0
- 7Alex Cross Must Die by James Patterson0
- 8The Gods of Guilt by Michael Connelly4.6
- 9The Maid by Nita Prose0#1
- 10The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden4.3
When crime reporter Jack McEvoy's homicide detective brother dies in an apparent suicide, Jack's investigation into police suicides reveals a chilling pattern that suggests a serial killer is targeting cops across the country. As Jack pursues what could be the story of his career, he realizes he's made himself the next target of a murderer who has outsmarted every investigator before him.
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by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a tense but reassuring tone that will resonate with The Poet fans.
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The Lincoln Lawyer
Mickey Haller #1 (works standalone)by Michael Connelly
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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 David Baldacci
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a tense and propulsive tone that will resonate with The Poet 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 Poet 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 Poet fans.
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by James Patterson
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a urgent and relentless tone that will resonate with The Poet fans.
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by Michael Connelly
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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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The Maid
A Planned #1 (works standalone)by Nita Prose
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This thriller shares a gentle and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Poet fans.
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by Freida McFadden
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This thriller shares a tense and unsettling tone that will resonate with The Poet fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Poet
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girl Anonymous | Christina Dodd | 4.5 | 2025 | 336 | Closest match |
| 25 Alive | James Patterson and Maxine Paetro | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Lincoln Lawyer | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2011 | 423 | Same author |
| The 6:20 Man | David Baldacci | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Crosshairs | James Patterson and James O. Born | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Criminal Mischief | Stuart Woods | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Alex Cross Must Die | James Patterson | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Gods of Guilt | Michael Connelly | 4.6 | 2024 | 416 | Same author |
| The Maid | Nita Prose | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Boyfriend | Freida McFadden | 4.3 | 2024 | 363 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Poet?
The most similar books to The Poet are Girl Anonymous, 25 Alive, The Lincoln Lawyer.
What should I read after The Poet?
After finishing The Poet, readers most commonly pick up Girl Anonymous 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, John Sandford.
What genre is The Poet?
The Poet is a Thriller novel by Michael Connelly, published in 1996.
How long is The Poet?
The Poet is 434 pages long.
About The Poet
Jack McEvoy specializes in death. As a crime reporter for the Rocky Mountain News, he has seen every kind of murder. But his professional bravado doesn't lessen the brutal shock of learning that his only brother is dead, a suicide.Jack's brother was a homicide detective, and he had been depressed about a recent murder case, a hideously grisly one, that he'd been unable to solve. McEvoy decides that the best way to exorcise his grief is by writing a feature on police suicides. But when he begins his research, he quickly arrives at a stunning revelation. Following his leads, protecting his sources, muscling his way inside a federal investigation, Jack grabs hold of what is clearly the story of a lifetime. He also knows that in taking on the story, he's making himself the most visible target for a murderer who has eluded the greatest investigators alive.