Blow Fly (Kay Scarpetta, #12)
Blow Fly (Kay Scarpetta, #12)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Louisiana • Early 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Blow Fly by Patricia Cornwell, forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta investigates disturbing cases while dealing with a personal threat. The novel delves into complex crimes and intertwines Scarpetta's professional and personal challenges. It is part of the Kay Scarpetta series, featuring themes of forensic science and criminal investigation.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Blow Fly by Patricia Cornwell receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers commend the novel's engaging forensic details and the complex, evolving narrative of protagonist Dr. Kay Scarpetta. Negative feedback highlights a perceived shift in tone and structure from earlier works, alongside less cohesive character interactions. Overall, opinions are divided on its contribution to the series.
Who Should Read Blow Fly (Kay Scarpetta, #12)?
A reader who enjoys Blow Fly by Patricia Cornwell is likely to be captivated by forensic thrillers with strong female protagonists. Fans of Kathy Reichs' Déjà Dead and Thomas Harris' Hannibal will appreciate Cornwell’s meticulous attention to forensic detail and psychological depth. Ideal for those who relish dark, suspenseful crime novels.
49,764 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Louisiana • Early 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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