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The Crossing
Michael Connelly

The Crossing

Quick Answer

Read "The Crossing" as the 6th book in the Mickey Haller / The Lincoln Lawyer Series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Gods Of Guilt" (Book 5)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 6th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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Forensisch archeologe Ruth Galloway probeert met behulp van de wetenschap en politieonderzoek jaren oude moorden alsnog op te lossen.
Next Recommended Book

The Law Of Innocence

Book #7 of 8 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Mickey Haller / The Lincoln Lawyer Series conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading The Crossing?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read The Crossing before The Gods Of Guilt?

No. We recommend reading The Gods Of Guilt first. The Crossing is the 6th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Crossing required reading for the Mickey Haller / The Lincoln Lawyer Series?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after The Crossing in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Crossing is The Law Of Innocence (Book #7).