The Cuckoo's Calling, authored by Robert Galbraith (pseudonym of J.K. Rowling), is a compelling detective novel that introduces the enigmatic private investigator Cormoran Strike. When supermodel Lula Landry's apparent suicide is called into question, Strike is hired to uncover the truth. As he navigates the glamorous and treacherous world of high fashion, he unravels a web of secrets and lies. With its well-crafted characters and intricate plot, this book marks the beginning of an addictive mystery series.