Best crime novels set in the 1960s

[Peter Bartram]

I've been asked to write an article on the 10 best crime novels set in the 1960s. I've got my own ideas - but I'd like to hear what other people think. Any suggestions?

[Albert Tucher]

Are you interested only in American fiction, Peter? My favorite novel from that period is THE LAUGHING POLICEMAN, by the Swedish authors Sjowall and Wahloo.

[Peter Bartram]

I'm not familiar with that novel, Albert. But thanks very much for suggesting it. I shall check it out.

[Julian Donn]

Look at John D MacDonald's early Travis McGee books, I think they set the standard for crime novels in that era.

[Peter Bartram]

Thanks for that tip, Julian.

[Eliza Blue]

Walter Mosley, Easy Rawlins Mysteries.

[Peter Bartram]

Thanks foe mentioning that, Eliza. The Easy Rawlins books are great. Kind regards,  Peter

[Julian Donn]

Chester Himes?

(Cotton Comes To Harlem).

[Peter Bartram]

That's one I don't know, Julian. I must check it out. Kind regards, Peter

[Eliza Blue]

Cotton Comes to Harlem....another great read!

[Peter Bartram]

Dear Eliza,

Thanks for that suggestion, Eliza. I'll look out for a copy. Meanwhile, I've now written the article and if you're interested you can find it here:

http://www.crimethrillerhound.co.uk/best-60s-set-crime-books

Kind regards,

Peter

[David DeLee]

Smokey Dalton series by Kris Nelscot. Excellent.

[Peter Bartram]

Dear David,

Thanks for the tip. I shall seek it out!

Kind regards,

Peter