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The Black Echo (Harry Bosch, #1; Harry Bosch Universe, #1)
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bookshelves: american-author, america, crime-fiction, murder-mystery, mystery, series, suspenseful, thriller, tragedy, war, police-procedural
Sep 07, 2025
bookshelves: american-author, america, crime-fiction, murder-mystery, mystery, series, suspenseful, thriller, tragedy, war, police-procedural
"You can't patch a wounded soul with a Band-Aid."
Hieronymus "Harry" Bosch is a Vietnam vet who served as a tunnel rat — an experience that left him with unconventional skills and a duffel full of demons.
Back in Los Angeles, he found his calling in the LAPD, rising to hero status in its homicide division. But glory is fleeting. After tracking down a serial killer, Bosch's case ends in a controversial shooting, leading to his demotion. His fall from grace sees him bogged down in the seedy trenches of Hollywood homicide.
And that's where this story begins...
May 20th, 1990
Harry gets a weekend callout: a body is found in the Hollywood Hills, a known haunt for drug users. It presents as just another overdose until Bosch recognizes the victim as a fellow tunnel rat he hasn't seen in twenty years. While others are eager to write it off and get back to their weekend, Harry can't let it go. That stubborn streak, that refusal to look away, is what makes him a dynamite detective, and a thorn in the side of anyone wanting this case to disappear quietly.
Connelly has crafted a phenomenal character in Harry Bosch: broken, flawed, and fiercely solitary in a profession that thrives on camaraderie. I was riveted by his relentless pursuit of truth.
If you're craving a police procedural packed with grit, heart, and more twists than a tilt-a-whirl, then this one’s for you!
Hieronymus "Harry" Bosch is a Vietnam vet who served as a tunnel rat — an experience that left him with unconventional skills and a duffel full of demons.
Back in Los Angeles, he found his calling in the LAPD, rising to hero status in its homicide division. But glory is fleeting. After tracking down a serial killer, Bosch's case ends in a controversial shooting, leading to his demotion. His fall from grace sees him bogged down in the seedy trenches of Hollywood homicide.
And that's where this story begins...
May 20th, 1990
Harry gets a weekend callout: a body is found in the Hollywood Hills, a known haunt for drug users. It presents as just another overdose until Bosch recognizes the victim as a fellow tunnel rat he hasn't seen in twenty years. While others are eager to write it off and get back to their weekend, Harry can't let it go. That stubborn streak, that refusal to look away, is what makes him a dynamite detective, and a thorn in the side of anyone wanting this case to disappear quietly.
Connelly has crafted a phenomenal character in Harry Bosch: broken, flawed, and fiercely solitary in a profession that thrives on camaraderie. I was riveted by his relentless pursuit of truth.
If you're craving a police procedural packed with grit, heart, and more twists than a tilt-a-whirl, then this one’s for you!
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Reading Progress
July 27, 2025
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Started Reading
July 27, 2025
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August 24, 2025
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20.0%
August 31, 2025
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35.0%
September 1, 2025
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45.0%
September 5, 2025
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75.0%
September 5, 2025
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82.0%
September 6, 2025
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95.0%
September 7, 2025
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american-author
September 7, 2025
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america
September 7, 2025
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crime-fiction
September 7, 2025
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murder-mystery
September 7, 2025
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mystery
September 7, 2025
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series
September 7, 2025
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suspenseful
September 7, 2025
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thriller
September 7, 2025
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tragedy
September 7, 2025
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war
September 7, 2025
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police-procedural
September 7, 2025
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Finished Reading
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Aug 25, 2025 04:23AM
Kimber...Say hello to Harry from me! 🤣 Happy reading!
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Fran wrote: "Kimber...Say hello to Harry from me! 🤣 Happy reading!"I'll tell him! 😂 Thank you, fabulous Fran!
Kimber...You must be chatting with Terence! He enjoys time with Harry! Happy reading!
Fran wrote: "Kimber...You must be chatting with Terence! He enjoys time with Harry! Happy reading!"I did pick this up after seeing Terence's review, and I now know why he enjoys time with Harry. It's a great read so far.
Thank you, Fran! :-)
"...a duffel full of demons."That line is worth its weight in gold! Wonderful descriptive imagery, Kimber!
Great review, Kimber! I'm a huge fan of his writing and all his tv series ;)
Kimber I keep hearing great things about this series! When I'm in the mood for police procedural I think I'll give the first book a try. Have you watched the tv series? So many people praise that too. You've just reminded me that I'd like to watch that too!
Kevin wrote: ""...a duffel full of demons."That line is worth its weight in gold! Wonderful descriptive imagery, Kimber!"
Thank you so much, Kevin! You're very kind! : )
Diane wrote: "Great review, Kimber! I'm a huge fan of his writing and all his tv series ;)"Thank you, Diane! Connelly does produce some entertaining stories.
: )
Tina wrote: "Kimber I keep hearing great things about this series! When I'm in the mood for police procedural I think I'll give the first book a try. Have you watched the tv series? So many people praise that t..."Harry Bosch is an intriguing character. I hope you enjoy this book when you get a chance to read it, Tina. I have watched the television series, and it was great! Titus Welliver is perfect for the role.
Ah, this is the first in the series—fun that you watched the series and it brought you to the book, Kimber. I haven't done either, but your review is tempting. He sounds like a great character!
Wonderful review, Kimber. 🤗💕
Jennifer wrote: "Ah, this is the first in the series—fun that you watched the series and it brought you to the book, Kimber. I haven't done either, but your review is tempting. He sounds like a great character!"Bosch captivated me from the very first page. He is quite an interesting character! : )
Shelley's Book Nook wrote: "Wonderful review, Kimber. 🤗💕"Thank you so much, Shelley! 💛
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A great review, Kimber! - I am so pleased you enjoyed your first Harry Bosch enough to rate it at 4-Stars. They keep getting better😄!
Kimber wrote: "Tina wrote: "Kimber I keep hearing great things about this series! When I'm in the mood for police procedural I think I'll give the first book a try. Have you watched the tv series? So many people ..."Awesome! Good to know 👍
A really lovely review, Kimber ☺️🙏🏻You write so well
Terence M - [Quot libros, quam breve tempus!] wrote: "A great review, Kimber! - I am so pleased you enjoyed your first Harry Bosch enough to rate it at 4-Stars. They keep getting better😄!"Thanks so much, Terence! I couldn't resist diving into the series after your recommendation. Thank you for sharing! : )
Tina wrote: "Kimber wrote: "Tina wrote: "Kimber I keep hearing great things about this series! When I'm in the mood for police procedural I think I'll give the first book a try. Have you watched the tv series? ..."😊
Nilanjana wrote: "A really lovely review, Kimber ☺️🙏🏻You write so well"
Thank you kindly, Nilanjana! : )
Kimber...A wonderful review! Hold the tilt-a -whirl for me!
Fran wrote: "Kimber...A wonderful review! Hold the tilt-a -whirl for me!"Thanks so much, Fran! 🤭Hop on and hold on tight!
Your review of this Harry Bosch novel is fantastic! You've perfectly captured the essence of what makes the character so compelling—that unique blend of a troubled past, a relentless sense of justice, and a stubborn refusal to let go, Kimber.
Taufiq wrote: "Your review of this Harry Bosch novel is fantastic! You've perfectly captured the essence of what makes the character so compelling—that unique blend of a troubled past, a relentless sense of justi..."Thank you very much, Taufiq! : )
Excellent review, as always, Kimber! Harry Bosch sounds like a layered character that would be fun to read about. I'm glad it's a great start to the series! 💗
Kat wrote: "Excellent review, as always, Kimber! Harry Bosch sounds like a layered character that would be fun to read about. I'm glad it's a great start to the series! 💗"Thank you so much, Kat! Connelly did a fantastic job creating a character who feels very real. I'm looking forward to joining Bosch for another adventure soon.😊
Because of this review, and directly after, we binged season one, Kimber. It was SO good! So far, season 2 feels more of what I was expecting, but still a great cast. That first season was elevated, thank you!
Jennifer wrote: "Because of this review, and directly after, we binged season one, Kimber. It was SO good! So far, season 2 feels more of what I was expecting, but still a great cast. That first season was elevated..."I'm thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the television series, Jennifer! The first season is fantastic, and the cast is exceptional. I can't imagine a better person to play Harry Bosch than Titus Welliver. : )
Stunning review, Kimber! One of my favorite all-time characters, besides Sheriff Lincoln James and Kinsley Rhodes! 🥰
Karen wrote: "Stunning review, Kimber! One of my favorite all-time characters, besides Sheriff Lincoln James and Kinsley Rhodes! 🥰"Thank you, Karen! Harry Bosch is captivating. What a wonderful compliment! I truly appreciate your kindness!💜
Fantastic review, Kimber!
Debra wrote: "Fantastic review, Kimber!"Thank you very much, Debra! : )
Daniel wrote: "Great review Kimber"Thanks so much, Daniel! : )
Fantastic review, Kimber! Love this character, series, and author. So happy to see the four stars.
Great review Kimber! I loved the series! Need to read this soon!
Jonas wrote: "Fantastic review, Kimber! Love this character, series, and author. So happy to see the four stars."Thank you so much, Jonas! I'm glad you enjoyed this series, too! : )
Debbie H wrote: "Great review Kimber! I loved the series! Need to read this soon!"Thank you very much, Debbie! I hope you enjoy this when you get to it. : )
It's great that you have started this series - fantastic review, Kimber
Peter wrote: "It's great that you have started this series - fantastic review, Kimber"Thank you, Peter! I'm excited for more adventures with Bosch. : )
