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Didn’t Like It “Moderately engaging book that, apparently, is one of a series. It seems to stand up somewhat on its own if you're into mystery novels. I don't recall how this book ended up in my library; I certainly wouldn't buy it if I had to do it over again.” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“Not a bad novel, had some fun twists and turns but it was kind of predictable. ”
sixxfeetundr wrote this review 2 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I understand an author may want to change up her storylines or alter her characters worlds, but Patricia Cornwell just seems like she hates Scarpetta and is sick of writing about her.”
Jenn M wrote this review Saturday, September 5 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“As with all Cornwell books, well-written and filled with lots of forensic details, twists and turns”
Linda H wrote this review Friday, June 19 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“great book”
Mysterylover wrote this review Tuesday, April 21 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“All Cornwell's books are good quick suspensful reads.”
Shanin wrote this review Saturday, December 27 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Cornwell always writes in vivid color. Some of her books have been my favorites. However, I think her plots are strong enough that she does not need to have such descriptive details. I find myself skipping these descriptions. Marino has become my favorite character ahead of Scarpetta. If you like violence this is the book for you. ”
Ruth T wrote this review Saturday, October 25 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Very psychological - little actual action in this one, rather mostly thought and discussion. Didn't see the ending coming at all!! Always a plus.”
Jo wrote this review Thursday, July 24 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Moderately engaging book that, apparently, is one of a series. It seems to stand up somewhat on its own if you're into mystery novels. I don't recall how this book ended up in my library; I certainly wouldn't buy it if I had to do it over again.”
Matt R wrote this review Saturday, June 7 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“There was a time when you could read a Kay Scarpetta book as a stand alone. Those earlier books by Patricia Cornwell are what brought me to the series and has kept me reading them. Unfortunately, I keep hoping the latest offerings will get back to the wonderul mysteries they once were but they just aren't. Her last few books (this one included) are continuations of previous books or the beginning of what will end up being one story written into three different books. Instead of focusing on the mystery and science of her job, the readers spend most of the book reading conversations between Kay and her friends and seeing Kay becoming more paranoid and a perpetual victim instead of being the brilliant doctor she once was. Reminds me too much of afternoon soap operas.”
Christina T wrote this review Tuesday, May 13 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
