The Cuckoo's Calling

The Cuckoo's Calling is a masterfully crafted detective novel that begins with the mysterious death of a troubled supermodel, Lula Landry, who falls from a snow-covered balcony in the posh Mayfair district of London. Though the police swiftly rule it a suicide, Lula's grief-stricken brother cannot accept this conclusion and seeks the expertise of private investigator Cormoran Strike.

Strike, a war veteran bearing the scars of conflict both seen and unseen, is grappling with his own tumultuous life. Beset by financial woes and personal heartbreak, he sees this high-profile case as his potential salvation. Yet, as he delves deeper into the shadowy facets of the fashion model's life, he uncovers startling secrets and dark intrigues that lead him through London's diverse and atmospheric settings—from the serene streets of Mayfair to the vibrant alleys of Soho and the unassuming but charm-laden East End.

With every new clue, Strike finds himself pulled deeper into a web of deceit, posing greater personal risks. However, his soldier's resolve drives him to relentlessly pursue the truth, no matter the cost.

A gripping, elegant mystery steeped in the atmosphere of London, The Cuckoo's Calling introduces Cormoran Strike, a detective like no other. This debut crime novel by J.K. Rowling, writing under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, marks the beginning of an acclaimed series revered for its intricate plots and richly developed characters.

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Praise for the Strike series:

'THE CUCKOO'S CALLING reminds me why I fell in love with crime fiction in the first place' - VAL MCDERMID

'One of the most unique and compelling detectives I've come across in years' - MARK BILLINGHAM

'The work of a master storyteller' - Daily Telegraph

'Unputdownable... Irresistible' - Sunday Times

'Will keep you up all night' - Observer

'A thoroughly enjoyable classic' - PETER JAMES, Sunday Express