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Depraved Heart (Kay Scarpetta, #23)

Patricia Cornwell
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Depraved Heart (Kay Scarpetta, #23)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Patricia Cornwell

Depraved Heart (Kay Scarpetta, #23)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

466

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Depraved Heart by Patricia Cornwell, Dr. Kay Scarpetta faces new and old threats as she investigates a murder tied to a covert video linked to her niece, Lucy. The forensic pathologist must navigate complex relationships and threats to uncover the truth.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

41,849 ratings

65%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Patricia Cornwell's Depraved Heart delivers another gripping Kay Scarpetta thriller filled with forensic detail and intense drama. While some readers applaud its fast pace and intricate plot, others find it repetitive with underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, the novel’s strength lies in its suspenseful narrative and strong protagonist.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Depraved Heart (Kay Scarpetta, #23)?

Depraved Heart by Patricia Cornwell appeals to fans of forensic thrillers and crime dramas. Ideal for readers who enjoy the intricate details and suspense found in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson and Bones by Kathy Reichs. This book suits those who appreciate strong female protagonists and complex plots.

3.8

41,849 ratings

65%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

466

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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