Well, in 'The Black Box', Harry Bosch is on the hunt for answers. The story is set in a gritty urban environment. The black box might be a physical object or a metaphorical one in the context of the mystery. Bosch uses his skills and instincts to follow leads. He interviews witnesses, some of whom are reluctant to talk. There are also other law enforcement officers involved, some who help and some who hinder his progress. The novel shows the seedy underbelly of the city and how Bosch has to navigate through it all to solve the mystery associated with the black box.
The Black Box is a great read. It mainly focuses on a cold case that Harry Bosch takes on. The case has been long forgotten by most, but Bosch sees something in it. As he delves deeper, he uncovers secrets that have been buried for years. There are elements of police politics, personal vendettas, and the search for truth that make this novel engaging. Bosch has to battle against time and the system to find out what really happened related to the black box, which could be a key piece of evidence or a symbol representing something much larger in the context of the crime.