The Maracot Deep and other stories vs Ross Macdonald's Lew Archer, private investigator — Which Should You Read First?

Both The Maracot Deep and other stories and Ross Macdonald's Lew Archer, private investigator are beloved by readers. Here is what RateYourReads readers say about both, plus similar books you might enjoy.

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