top of page
Pitcure of Raymond Chandler as a profile picture on Bookdio.org Author page

Raymond Chandler

1933–1959

'Raymond Chandler redefined modern detective fiction'

Books by Raymond Chandler

The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler book cover on Bookdio.org

The Big Sleep

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler is a gripping hardboiled detective novel set in 1930s Los Angeles. Private investigator Philip Marlowe embarks on a treacherous investigation involving blackmail, murder, and the wealthy Sternwood family. Chandler's masterful prose and atmospheric descriptions paint a vivid picture of a corrupt society, while Marlowe's relentless pursuit of the truth takes readers on a thrilling journey through the dark underbelly of the city. download free ebooks on bookdio.org

The Big Sleep

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Genres Raymond Chandler writes in

Crime, Noir, Detective fiction

Authors in Same Genre

Stieg Larsson

James Hadley Chase

Surendra Mohan Pathak

Agatha Christie

Raymond Chandler

Debra Webb

Ravi Subramanian

Josephine Tey

Wilkie Collins

A. Gardner

Books by Similiar Authors

Sacred Games by Vikram Chandra book cover on Bookdio.org

Sacred Games

Author: Vikram Chandra

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

The Bankerupt by Ravi Subramanian book cover on Bookdio.org

The Bankerupt

Author: Ravi Subramanian

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Secrets Of The Dead by A. L. Fraine book cover on Bookdio.org

Secrets Of The Dead

Author: A. L. Fraine

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

The Night He Disappeared by A. J. Wills book cover on Bookdio.org

The Night He Disappeared

Author: A. J. Wills

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Finders Keepers by B. Baskerville book cover on Bookdio.org

Finders Keepers

Author: B. Baskerville

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus book cover on Bookdio.org

One of Us Is Lying

Author: Karen M. Mcmanus

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

The Perfect Murder by Ruskin Bond book cover on Bookdio.org

The Perfect Murder by Ruskin Bond on Bookdio.org.pdf

Author: Ruskin Bond

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

In Josephine Tey's "The Daughter of Time," Inspector Alan Grant embarks on a compelling historical investigation from his hospital bed. Challenging commonly accepted beliefs about King Richard III and the Princes in the Tower, Grant meticulously uncovers a complex web of deceit and political intrigue. Tey's thought-provoking novel raises questions about historical accuracy, perception versus reality, and the influence of biased narratives on our understanding of the past. download free ebooks on bookdio.org

The Daughter of Time

Author: Josephine Tey

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn is a captivating psychological thriller that delves into the dark complexities of a failing marriage. When Nick Dunne becomes the prime suspect in his wife Amy's sudden disappearance, a twisted game of cat and mouse ensues, revealing layers of deceit and manipulation. Through clever narrative twists and alternating perspectives, Flynn explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the unpredictable nature of human relationships, leaving readers questioning their own perceptions until the shocking truth is unveiled. download free ebooks on bookdio.org

Gone Girl

Author: Gillian Plynn

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

The DCI Pilgrim Box Set by A. L. Fraine book cover on Bookdio.org

The DCI Pilgrim Box Set

Author: A. L. Fraine

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Search for Death by A.E. Howe book cover on Bookdio.org

Search for Death

Author: A.E. Howe

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Scottsdale Heat by B. A. Trimmer book cover on Bookdio.org

Scottsdale Heat

Author: B. A. Trimmer

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Return to Death by A.E. Howe book cover on Bookdio.org

Return to Death

Author: A.E. Howe

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Gingerbread Fudge and a Holiday Grudge by A. Gardner book cover on Bookdio.org

Gingerbread Fudge And A Holiday Grudge

Author: A. Gardner

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

"The Black Bag" by P.H. Solomon book cover on Bookdio.org

The Black Bag

Author: P.H. Solomon

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

The Perfect Bride by Jasmine Cresswell book cover on Bookdio.org

The Perfect Bride

Author: Jasmine Cresswell

Language: English

Category: Mystery

26 Pages

Crime, Noir, Detective fiction

English

United States

The master of hard boiled crime

About the Author

Raymond Chandler was an iconic American novelist and screenwriter best known for creating the hard boiled detective Philip Marlowe. His writing style was sharp atmospheric and deeply character driven setting the standard for noir fiction. Chandler’s stories explored crime corruption morality and loneliness in urban America. On Bookdio readers can discover concise summaries of Raymond Chandler’s work that highlight his storytelling brilliance dialogue style and enduring influence on crime fiction

Authors who write in the same genre

bottom of page