Michael Connelly’s books have given us over 30 crime books in the last 30 years with central characters like Detective Harry Bosch and lawyer Micky Haller.    He has also written books featuring Jack McEvoy (crime writer), Terry McCaleb (criminal profiler), and more recently Renee Ballard (detective), all set in Los Angeles.     His books can be described as crime-related procedural novels, doggedly investigating violent crimes.   As the protagonist works her/his way to follow clues and leads, various obstacles and dangers are encountered, adding thriller elements along with strong characters, and clear thematic tones.

Fair Warning follows the contemporary issue of genetic research and genetic testing and adds a “what if” conspiracy.    Jack McEvoy is an investigative journalist who follows leads to discover how some individuals are victimized by those who have access to genetic information.   Michael Connelly was a crime reporter and journalist so there is a strong sense of authenticity in McEvoy’s procedures, practices, and approach to ethical issues.   All of Connelly’s books have well-developed characters and ethical issues are always at the forefront.

I have read almost all of Connelly’s books and he continues to bring me back to read his latest.    There are 23 books that feature Harry Bosch, but we don’t tire of him because Connelly cares deeply for victims and Harry is his voice.    Fair Warning is the third Jack McEvoy book and we hope to see him back again.  Almost all of his stories have solid plots, exciting sections, and carefully considered endings.   Fair Warning is not in my list of his top books, but it is a good crime novel, with some new and fresh characters and interesting topics so it is a recommended book.

My rating = 4.3 out of 5.0 stars4.3

An audiobook excerpt to sample the book: