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Body of Evidence (Kay Scarpetta, #2)

Patricia Cornwell
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Body of Evidence (Kay Scarpetta, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Patricia Cornwell

Body of Evidence (Kay Scarpetta, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

403

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Virginia • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Body of Evidence by Patricia Cornwell, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, a forensic pathologist, investigates the murder of an author. As Scarpetta delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a complex web of secrets and deception that challenge her professional and personal resolve.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

89,294 ratings

76%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Patricia Cornwell's Body of Evidence offers a compelling blend of forensics and suspense, gripping readers with its intricate plot. Fans laud the vivid detail and strong character development, notably Dr. Kay Scarpetta. However, some criticize the pacing as uneven and highlight occasional predictability in the narrative. Overall, it's a solid entry in the crime thriller genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Body of Evidence (Kay Scarpetta, #2)?

Readers who enjoy forensic thrillers filled with meticulous detail and complex characters will be captivated by Patricia Cornwell’s Body of Evidence. Fans of Kathy Reichs’s Déjà Dead or Tess Gerritsen’s Harvest will appreciate the mix of suspense, scientific inquiry, and gripping storytelling.

4.2

89,294 ratings

76%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

403

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Virginia • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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