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Heat Lightning (Virgil Flowers, #2)

John Sandford
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Heat Lightning (Virgil Flowers, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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John Sandford

Heat Lightning (Virgil Flowers, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

388

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Heat Lightning, John Sandford follows investigator Virgil Flowers as he examines a series of murders involving Vietnam veterans. Each victim is left with a lemon in their mouth, suggesting a connection between the crimes. Flowers delves into the veterans' pasts, seeking to uncover the truth and stop the killer before more lives are lost.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

37,086 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Sandford's Heat Lightning captivates with its thrilling pace and compelling characters. Reviewers praise the intricate plot and relentless suspense. However, some critics feel the storyline can be predictable, and a few character developments are deemed implausible. Despite these flaws, the book remains a gripping read for crime thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Heat Lightning (Virgil Flowers, #2)?

Fans of twist-filled crime thrillers will relish John Sandford's Heat Lightning. Ideal for readers who enjoy the intricate plots of Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer or the gritty detective work in James Lee Burke's The Neon Rain, this novel hooks those who savor suspense and intense investigations.

4.3

37,086 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

388

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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