
Donald Lam & Bertha Cool
Series by A.A. FairDive into the thrilling world of detective fiction with A.A. Fair’s captivating series, where the witty yet scrappy Donald Lam and his formidable boss, the sharp-tongued Bertha Cool, tackle crime with brains, brawn, and an undeniable charm that sets them apart in a sea of traditional sleuths.
Step into the gritty underbelly of post-war Los Angeles, where danger lurks in every shadow and crime is as common as a streetlamp. In the gripping Donald Lam & Bertha Cool series, renowned detective duo, Donald Lam—sharp-witted and unflappable—and Bertha Cool—a no-nonsense private investigator with a penchant for tough love—forge an unlikely alliance in their search for truth and justice. Each case they tackle unravels layers of deception, from the glitzy world of Hollywood to the seedy back alleys of the city, revealing the greed and betrayal that fuel the criminal underworld. As Lam and Cool navigate threats from mobsters and con artists alike, they are driven by their own distinct motivations—Lam seeks redemption from a troubled past, while Cool yearns for success in a male-dominated field. With a delicate balance of humor and harrowing scenarios, the series delves into themes of loyalty, resilience, and the blurred lines between right and wrong. As they take on challenges that threaten their lives and livelihoods, readers will be left on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this dynamic duo outsmarts the odds stacked against them. Will you join Lam and Cool as they expose the darker side of the City of Angels and battle to carve their own fate amidst the chaos? The game is afoot, and every case brings them closer to the truth... or to their doom. Dive in—and let the adventure unfold!
Books in this Series
Donald Lam & Bertha Cool
The Bigger They Come
Published in 1939
The Knife Slipped
Published in 1939
Turn on the Heat
Published in 1940
Gold Comes in Bricks
Published in 1940
Spill the Jackpot
Published in 1941
Double or Quits
Published in 1941
Owls Don't Blink
Published in 1942
Bats Fly at Dusk
Published in 1942
Cats Prowl at Night
Published in 1943
Give 'em the Ax
Published in 1944
Crows Can't Count
Published in 1946
Fools Die on Friday
Published in 1947
Bedrooms Have Windows
Published in 1949
Top of the Heap
Published in 1952
Some Women Won't Wait
Published in 1953
Beware the Curves
Published in 1956
You Can Die Laughing
Published in 1957
Some Slips Don't Show
Published in 1957
The Count of 9
Published in 1958
Pass the Gravy
Published in 1959
Kept Women Can't Quit
Published in 1960
Bachelors Get Lonely
Published in 1961
Shills Can't Cash Chips
Published in 1961
Try Anything Once
Published in 1962
Fish or Cut Bait
Published in 1963
Up for Grabs
Published in 1964
Cut Thin to Win
Published in 1965
Widows Wear Weeds
Published in 1966
Traps Need Fresh Bait
Published in 1967
All Grass Isn't Green
Published in 1970