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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20just%20finished%20a%20Murder%20in%20spring%20time%20by%20Martin%20Walker%20what%20is%20the%20next%20one%20in%20the%20series%20or%20is%20there%20one"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "If you just finished *A Murder in Springtime* by Martin Walker, you\u2019re at book 19 in the *Bruno, Chief of Police* series. ([fictiondb.com](https://www.fictiondb.com/series/bruno-chief-of-police-martin-walker~11844.htm?utm_source=openai))\n\nRight now, that\u2019s the latest release for the series\u2014no further sequel has been announced yet. ([fictiondb.com](https://www.fictiondb.com/series/bruno-chief-of-police-martin-walker~11844.htm?utm_source=openai))\n\nIf you\u2019d like, I can pull up what the 20th book *might* be, when it could come out, or suggest a new series similar to Bruno if you're looking for something fresh. What sounds good?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "yes"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s a quick update on what\u2019s next for the *Bruno, Chief of Police* series\u2014plus a bunch of recommendations if you want to explore similar books.\n\n---\n\n## What\u2019s Next in the Bruno Series\n\n- As of the newest information, *A Murder in Springtime* (2026) is **book 19** in the Bruno series. ([fantasticfiction.com](https://www.fantasticfiction.com/w/martin-walker/bruno-chief-of-police/?utm_source=openai))  \n- The publisher\u2019s page lists a **book 20**, titled *A Wolf at the Door*, as future release. But it's marked as \"available formats\" (for eBook and Hardcover) under the heading of book 19 in some listings\u2014this suggests confusion more than confirmation. ([penguinrandomhouse.com](https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/PLE/bruno-chief-of-police-series/?utm_source=openai))  \n- No release date or solid announcement for *A Wolf at the Door* was found. So it might be forthcoming, undeclared, or possibly a mistake in formatting on the publisher\u2019s site.  \n\nBottom line: **no confirmed new Bruno book has been published after *A Murder in Springtime***, and nothing for sure about *A Wolf at the Door* yet.\n\n---\n\n## Other Series You Might Like\n\nIf you\u2019re craving something with Bruno\u2019s mix of cozy French village life, charming food and wine settings, crime, and a deeply rooted sense of place, here are some similar series you might enjoy:\n\n| Series | Setting & Main Character | Why It\u2019s Similar |\n|---|---|---|\n| *Commissario Brunetti* by Donna Leon | Venice, Italy \u2013 Police commissioner Brunetti dealing with moral and societal issues. | A calm, atmospheric vibe + culture + food. ([bookbrowse.com](https://www.bookbrowse.com/read-alikes/index.cfm/book_number/2238/Bruno-Chief-of-Police?utm_source=openai)) |\n| *Death in Brittany* (Jean-Luc Bannalec series) | Brittany, France \u2013 Genealogist/author turned detective. | French countryside setting + mystery + charm. ([whatshouldireadnext.com](https://www.whatshouldireadnext.com/isbn/030745469X?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Inspector Gamache series by Louise Penny | Qu\u00e9bec, Canada \u2013 Chief Inspector Armand Gamache. | Deep sense of place, character-driven mystery, quieter life tensions. ([bookbrowse.com](https://www.bookbrowse.com/read-alikes/index.cfm/book_number/2238/Bruno-Chief-of-Police?utm_source=openai)) |\n| *Pepe Carvalho* by Manuel V\u00e1zquez Montalb\u00e1n | Barcelona, Spain \u2013 Gourmet detective/private eye. | Combines cooking/food culture + detective work. ([bookbrowse.com](https://www.bookbrowse.com/read-alikes/index.cfm/book_number/2238/Bruno-Chief-of-Police?utm_source=openai)) |\n\nIf any of these catch your interest, I can pull up the first book in one of them\u2014or suggest a few more on top of these. What do you think\u2014want me to dig into one of these series for you?"
    }
]