Philip Marlowe

Philip Marlowe

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Dive into the gritty world of hardboiled detective fiction with Philip Marlowe, the iconic private eye who navigates the shadowy underbelly of Los Angeles, unraveling mysteries with razor-sharp wit and relentless determination in a series that defined a genre and captivated readers for generations.

Dive into the gritty, sun-soaked streets of mid-century Los Angeles, where secrets lurk in every shadow and danger is just a heartbeat away. In the Philip Marlowe series, readers are reintroduced to the iconic hardboiled detective, whose razor-sharp wit and relentless pursuit of the truth lead him through a labyrinth of crime and deception. Whether navigating the sultry allure of femme fatales or unearthing treacherous plots, Marlowe is driven by an unwavering moral compass and a deep-seated yearning for justice in a city of corrupt glamour. With each installment—from the Robert B. Parker-filled chapters of "Poodle Springs" and "Perchance to Dream" to the fresh voice of Benjamin Black in "The Black-Eyed Blonde"—the stakes rise higher as Marlowe confronts a new generation of adversaries. The series intricately weaves themes of ambition, betrayal, and the human condition, bringing to life a vivid tapestry of characters that pulse with authenticity. Will Marlowe emerge unscathed from the murky depths of despair and treachery, or will the City of Angels claim yet another fallen hero? Discover the allure of Marlowe's world and unravel the mysteries that await his timeless journey.

Books in this Series

Philip Marlowe

The Big Sleep

Published in 1939

Farewell, My Lovely

Published in 1940

The High Window

Published in 1942

The Lady in the Lake

Published in 1943

The Little Sister

Published in 1949

The Long Goodbye

Published in 1953

Playback

Published in 1958

Poodle Springs

Published in 1989

Perchance to Dream

Published in 1991

The Black-Eyed Blonde / Marlowe

Published in 2014

Only to Sleep

Published in 2018

The Goodbye Coast

Published in 2022

The Second Murderer

Published in 2023

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