Robert Crais
Robert Crais
b. 1953-06-20 · From United States- Books
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Robert Crais (born June 20, 1953, in Independence, Louisiana) is an American author of crime fiction and a former television screenwriter. Before turning to novels he wrote for series including Hill Street Blues, Miami Vice, Cagney & Lacey and L.A. Law. His 1987 debut, The Monkey's Raincoat, introduced private investigator Elvis Cole and won the Anthony and Macavity Awards; Cole's partner Joe Pike went on to headline his own spin-off novels within the same series. Crais was named a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America in 2014.
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The Elvis Cole and Joe Pike series should be read in publication order to follow the character development and ongoing storylines. It begins with "The Monkey's Raincoat," followed by "Stalking the Angel," and continues chronologically through the subsequent titles.
While Robert Crais is primarily known for his Elvis Cole and Joe Pike series, he has also written standalone novels. "Demolition Angel" and "Hostage" are examples of his works that feature different characters and narratives outside of his main series.
Robert Crais's novel "Hostage" was adapted into a film starring Bruce Willis. Additionally, "The Watchman" was developed into a television movie.
Robert Crais has received several accolades for his crime fiction, including the Dilys Award for "L.A. Requiem" and the Gumshoe Award for Best Thriller for "The Last Detective." He also won the Barry Award for Best Novel for "The Sentry."