Helen Black Mysteries Series

Follow a sharp, lesbian private investigator, an ex-cop navigating the gritty underbelly of crime in Berkeley, California. Each case plunges her deeper into the city's dark secrets and the complexities of human nature. With a keen wit and an unshakeable moral compass, this protagonist battles her own demons as much as the criminals lurking in the shadows. It's a compelling read for fans of character-driven mysteries with a strong female lead.