List of 15 authors like Lisa Gardner

Lisa Gardner is known for her thrillers and crime novels, often featuring strong female protagonists, suspenseful plots, and police procedural elements. If you’re looking for authors who write novels with a similar feel, the following fifteen authors are known for their work in the same genre:

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   Harlan Coben - writes standalone thrillers and also a series featuring sports agent and amateur detective Myron Bolitar.
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   Tami Hoag - known for her psychological thrillers, including the Kovac and Liska series.
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   Karin Slaughter - writes gritty crime novels, including the Will Trent series and the Grant County series.
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   Tess Gerritsen - best known for the Rizzoli & Isles series, combining medical drama with police procedurals.
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   Patricia Cornwell - known for her series featuring medical examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta.
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   Sandra Brown - writes romantic thrillers and suspense novels.
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   Kathy Reichs - author of the Temperance Brennan series, which inspired the TV series “Bones.”
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   Lisa Unger - writes psychological thrillers that explore complex characters and dark themes.
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   Lisa Scottoline - known for her legal thrillers and Rosato & DiNunzio series.
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    J.D. Robb (Nora Roberts) - writes the In Death series, featuring homicide detective Eve Dallas.
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    Michael Connelly - known for his Harry Bosch detective series as well as the Lincoln Lawyer series featuring defense attorney Mickey Haller.
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    Sue Grafton - was famous for her “alphabet series” featuring private investigator Kinsey Millhone.
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    Alafair Burke - writes both standalone thrillers and series, including the Ellie Hatcher series.
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    Joy Fielding - produces suspenseful crime novels often exploring complex familial and societal relationships.
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    Gillian Flynn - known for her dark and complex psychological thrillers like “Gone Girl,” although she doesn’t have as large a body of work as some others on this list.

It’s important to note that while these authors have written novels with similarities to Lisa Gardner’s—specifically in the crime and thriller genres—each has their own unique style and thematic focuses. It’s always a good idea to read a sample or a synopsis to see if a particular book aligns with your personal reading preferences.