The Reed Stephens novels - Stephen R. Donaldson

The Man Who? series of crime novels stars two fascinating characters. Ginny Fistoulari and Mick Axbrewder seem unlikely partners. She is capable and tough with a talent for self-sufficiency, and he a borderline alcoholic with a talent for self-destruction. But both are drawn together and make a surprisingly effective team. Of course, as they become closer, and the vulnerabilities begin to show, they become occasional lovers as well as colleagues?

These are the first three books in the series, originally written in the 80s, and are a fascinating introduction to a gripping series?