* **The Cuckoo's Calling:** Introduces war veteran turned private investigator Cormoran Strike and his assistant Robin Ellacott as they investigate a supermodel's suspicious death. * **The Silkworm:** Strike and Robin delve into the dark world of literature to find a missing, controversial novelist. * **Career of Evil:** A chilling case involving dismembered body parts and personal attacks tests Strike and Robin's partnership. * **Lethal White:** Set against the backdrop of the London Olympics, Strike and Robin investigate a blackmail case that leads them into the heart of government corruption. * **Troubled Blood:** A cold case involving a missing doctor from the 1970s becomes a complex and dangerous investigation for Strike and Robin. These books are known for their intricate plots, well-developed characters, and the evolving relationship between Strike and Robin.