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Mad River (Virgil Flowers, #6)

John Sandford
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Mad River (Virgil Flowers, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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John Sandford

Mad River (Virgil Flowers, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

387

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

John Sandford's Mad River follows investigator Virgil Flowers as he pursues a young couple on a violent crime spree across rural Minnesota. The narrative blends suspense and investigative drama without revealing critical plot points. Virgil's dogged determination is a central element of the storyline, providing an engaging experience for readers of this crime thriller.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

35,617 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mad River by John Sandford is a gripping addition to the Virgil Flowers series, lauded for its fast pace and thrilling plot. Reviewers praise its compelling narrative and well-drawn characters. However, some criticize repetitiveness and predictability in the story. Despite minor flaws, it remains an engaging read for crime fiction enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mad River (Virgil Flowers, #6)?

Readers who would enjoy Mad River by John Sandford relish fast-paced crime fiction with complex characters and thrilling twists. Fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series and Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch novels will appreciate Sandford’s engaging storytelling and sharp attention to detail.

4.3

35,617 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

387

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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