Like most readers of Harry Potter, I love JK Rowling books and when I started seeing the reviews for this series I knew I’d have to give her a post HP chance to win me over. And she did. I love this series.
I love Cormoran Strike. I loved him in the first of the series and I’ve loved him in every one since. He’s smart, grumpy and a hero who came back to London after losing a foot in Afghanistan. He could have milked the media because of his being the (illegitimate) son of a famous rock star, but he chose, instead, to live a life of purpose. He’s a bit of a mess but an honest and earnest one. He and his partner Robin’s relationship is the heart and soul of this this series.
I love the narration by Robert Glenister. He became Strike for me so I’ve listened to all 7 books (so far) on audio. I totally recommend trying the first one and seeing if you like it.
Read if you like– well plotted thrillers, disability front and center, the possibility of a workplace romance, grouchy yet smart private detectives, big big books, or mysteries set in London.
I do think that you need to read these in order to appreciate them.
#2 The Silkworm
#4 Lethal White
Eagerly awaiting more in the series!
Any other Cormoran Strike fans out there?
Stacy's Books 
Oh, yes, definitely!! I agree with everything you said here, Stacy. And I also recommend the audiobooks. I’m going through them for the second time right now. Up to TROUBLED BLOOD and enjoying it just as much as the first time. Using them as an incentive to myself for my daily walks at the rec center. And I listen in the car as well when I’m by myself. I will say to people that the audios are quite long, especially in the more recent books, but the books are longer. J.K. Rowling writes a long book – remember that with the HP series? Strike and Robin are among my list of favorite characters ever. They do get a little grim at times – just FYI.
They are son fantastic that I can definitely see how listening a second time would be just as good 🙂
I’ve read them as eagerly as I ever have Harry Potter. Just as good.
You’re right! Although the last two Harry Potter books made me very impatient.