Praise for Lee Goldberg
Murder by Design
Murder by Design is original and fresh, amusing and cheeky, deadly and thrilling, and completely engrossing. The kind of book that you read in one sitting, sleep be damned, because its so relentlessly entertaining and captivating that you cannot stop until you see how it all ends. Lee Goldberg has outdone himself, delivering a murder mystery that demands to be read and will end up being ranked at the top of any serious list extolling the best books of 2026. Steve Netter, Best Thriller Books
Hilarious and thought-provoking. The mystery itself is complex, and somehow Goldberg balances the humor and drama to perfection. The second book in this series cannot come fast enough, and hopefully a TV series is in the future as well. FirstCLUE
Murder by Design is the most ingenious mystery Ive read in years, with more twists than a Wetzels Pretzel. Brain-injured yet supremely confident former detective Edison Bixby and likable but self-absorbed actoris there any other kind?Wally Nash make for an unlikely but appealing sleuthing duo. But the real magic of this mystery is the way Goldberg turns environments and objects that we take for granted into clues we never would have noticed but for his deft hand. After reading Murder by Design, you will never look at your local mallor any building, object, et ceterathe same way again. Ellen Byron, Agatha and Lefty Awardwinning author
Dream Town
Old bones, paparazzi, rappers, sex tapes, the whole nine yardstopped off with a surprisingly Big Reveal. Kirkus Reviews
Fans of fast-paced police procedurals will enjoy Goldbergs trademark humor and his insight into the entertainment world in his latest Eve Ronin novel (following Movieland). Library Journal (starred review)
Goldberg overtly offers sly, knowing commentary on the state of todays media, even as he spins an engaging and exciting police procedural. Deadly Pleasures
Lee Goldberg consistently writes entertaining and engaging stories with relatable characters and plots that feel recognizable, yet fresh. Dream Town is the perfect continuation of the Eve Ronin seriesan equal mix of Hollywood theatrics, personal/family drama, criminal mayhem, and investigative prowess. Steve Netter, Best Thriller Books
Goldberg has created a terrific character in Eve Ronin, and he knows how to write a fast-paced thriller mixed with humor and inside jokes with no fluff. FirstCLUE
Movieland
Goldbergs compelling follow-up to Gated Prey is a fast-paced, riveting police procedural influenced by actual events in California. A character-driven series entry that skillfully depicts Hollywood corruption. Library Journal (starred review)
The fourth book in Lee Goldbergs series is his most ambitious and best realized yetMovieland is crime writing of the highest order. Goldbergs style touches on both Michael Connelly and Robert Crais, in whose company he now squarely belongs. The Providence Journal
Movieland, Lee Goldbergs fourth novel featuring Ronin, is every bit as good as the first three. The characters, including victims, suspects, and an assortment of lazy, hardworking, honest, and corrupt cops, are quirky and well developed. The depiction of police procedures feels authentic. The writing is vivid and precise. And with startling twists around every corner, the suspenseful tale unfolds at a furious pace. Associated Press
Lee is fantastic at combining clever plotting, humor, and thrills in his stories. Boyd Morrison, #1 New York Times bestselling author
LA noir is real; so is Malibu noir, and no one does it better than Lee Goldberg. Luanne Rice, New York Times bestselling author
Finished this on the plane home. Typically classy police procedural from Lee Goldberggiving Michael Connelly a run for his money. Ian Rankin
Gated Prey
The seamy side of California dreamingGoldberg not only ties upbut links some of Eves investigations in ways as disturbing as they are surprising. Kirkus Reviews
Lively descriptive prose enhances the tight plot of this episodic crime novel, which reads like a TV show in narrative form. Columbo fans will have fun. Publishers Weekly
A great seriesEve Ronin continues to dazzle and show her gritty side as she progresses in the Los Angeles Sheriffs Department. Mystery and Suspense Magazine
Goldberg finds the perfect balance of treachery and resolve in the strong female character of Eve Ronin. She is a force to be reckoned with that all criminals will hate to come face-to-face with and one that is deserving of the big screen. Chris Miller, Best Thriller Books
Violent crimes and desperate criminals and homicide detectives, oh my! Lee Goldberg delivers an intriguing, fast-paced, satisfying novel in Gated Prey. Steve Netter, Best Thriller Books
This is going to be a must-read series for me year after year. Eve is such a badass character who will stop at nothing to see that justice is done. Todd Wilkins, Best Thriller Books
Another suspenseful, fast-paced yarn with engaging characters. Associated Press
I whipped my head back and forth reading Gated Prey. So twisty, so funny, and so LAa few of my favorite things. After zooming through these pages, Ill ride shotgun with Lee any day! Rachel Howzell Hall, bestselling author of And Now Shes Gone
Bone Canyon
A Mystery and Suspense Magazine 2021 Best Book of the Year Selection
Goldberg follows Lost Hills with a riveting, intense story. Readers of Karin Slaughter or Michael Connelly will want to try this. Library Journal (starred review)
Goldberg knows how to keep the pages turning. Publishers Weekly
Lee Goldberg puts the pro in police procedural. Bone Canyon is fresh, sharp, and absorbing. Give me more Eve Ronin, ASAP. Meg Gardiner, international bestselling author
Wowwhat a novel! It is wonderful in so many ways. I could not put it down. Bone Canyon is wrenching and harrowing, full of wicked twists. Lee Goldberg captures the magic and danger of the Santa Monica Mountains and the predators who prowl them. Detective Eve Ronin takes on forgotten victims, fights for them, and nearly loses everything in the process. Shes a riveting character, and I cant wait for her next case. Luanne Rice, New York Times bestselling author
Bone Canyon is a propulsive procedural that provides high thrills in difficult terrain, grappling thoughtfully with sexual violence and police corruption, as well as the minefield of politics and media in Hollywood and suburban Los Angeles. Eve Ronin is a fantastic series leadstubborn and driven, working twice as hard as her colleagues both to prove her worth and to deliver justice for the dead. Steph Cha, author of Your House Will Pay
Lost Hills
A cop novel so good it makes much of the old guard read like theyre going through the motions until they can retireThe real appeal here is Goldbergs lean prose, which imbues just-the-facts procedure with remarkable tension and cranks up to a stunning description of a fire that was like Christmas in hell. Booklist
An energetic, resourceful procedural starring a heroine who deserves a series of her own. Kirkus Reviews
This nimble, sure-footed series launch from bestseller Goldbergbuilds to a thrilling, visually striking climax. Readers will cheer Ronin every step of the way. Publishers Weekly
The first book in what promises to be a superb seriesits also that rare novel in which the formulaic elements of mainstream police procedurals share narrative space with a unique female protagonist. All that, and its also a love letter to the chaos and diversity of California. There are a lot of series out there, but Eve Ronin and Goldbergs fast-paced prose should put this one on the radar of every crime-fiction fan. National Public Radio
This sterling thriller is carved straight out of the world of Harlan Coben and Lisa GardnerLost Hills is a book to be found and savored. BookTrib
Lost Hills is Lee Goldberg at his best. Inspired by the real-world grit and glitz of LA County crime, this book takes no prisoners. And neither does Eve Ronin. Take a ride with her and youll find yourself with a heroine for the ages. And youll be left hoping for more. Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author
Lost Hills is what you get when you polish the police procedural to a shine: a gripping premise, a great twist, fresh spins and knowing winks to the genre conventions, and all the smart, snappy ease of an expert at work. Tana French, New York Times bestselling author
Thrills and chills! Lost Hills is the perfect combination of action and suspense, not to mention Eve Ronin is one of the best new female characters in ages. You will race through the pages! Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author
Twenty-four-karat Goldberga top-notch procedural that shines like a true gem. Craig Johnson, New York Times bestselling author of the Longmire series
A winner. Packed with procedure, forensics, vivid descriptions, and the right amount of humor. Fervent fans of Connelly and Crais, this is your next read. Kendra Elliot, Wall Street Journal and Amazon Charts bestselling author
Brilliant! Eve Ronin rocks! With a baffling and brutal case, tight plotting, and a fascinating look at police procedure, Lost Hills is a stunning start to a new detective series. A must-read for crime-fiction fans. Melinda Leigh, Wall Street Journal and #1 Amazon Charts bestselling author
A tense, pacy read from one of Americas greatest crime and thriller writers. Garry Disher, international bestselling author and Ned Kelly Award winner
A cross between James Bond and Adrian Monk. This lighthearted whodunit goes down smooth. Publishers Weekly
