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Patrick Kanouse:
Who are your own favorite mystery writers and why are they your favorites?
Patrick Kanouse
My favorite mystery writer is Ross MacDonald. He's a recent discovery for me, but the Lew Archer series is amazing. Others include Donna Leon, David Goodis, Raymond Chandler, Michael Connelly. I would include my friends Larry Sweazy, Lori Rader-Day, James Ziskin, and Russ Hall as well.
I like them for many reasons, but focusing on MacDonald. The writing is so good--very clear, concise. He's a master of pacing, and I feel like I'm getting a view into 1950s, 60s, and 70s Los Angeles.
I like them for many reasons, but focusing on MacDonald. The writing is so good--very clear, concise. He's a master of pacing, and I feel like I'm getting a view into 1950s, 60s, and 70s Los Angeles.
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