What was the original title of J.K. Rowling’s first published Cormoran Strike novel?
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The Cuckoo’s Calling
The Cuckoo’s Calling was the original title of J.K. Rowling’s first published Cormoran Strike novel. It appeared in 2013 under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith.
The novel centers on the death of model Lula Landry, whose case is investigated by private detective Cormoran Strike. Robin Ellacott begins working for Strike in the story, establishing the partnership that continues through later books.
The book was initially received as the work of an unknown debut crime novelist. Rowling’s authorship was revealed after a linguistic analysis and subsequent reporting connected Robert Galbraith with her.
Later titles in the series include The Silkworm, Career of Evil, Lethal White, Troubled Blood, The Ink Black Heart, and The Running Grave. These titles belong to the same detective series but are not the first installment.