Donald Lam & Bertha Cool

Donald Lam & Bertha Cool

Series by A.A. Fair

Dive 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

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