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Mind Prey (Lucas Davenport, #7)

John Sandford
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Mind Prey (Lucas Davenport, #7)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996

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John Sandford

Mind Prey (Lucas Davenport, #7)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

354

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minneapolis, Minnesota • 1990s

Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Mind Prey by John Sandford follows Lucas Davenport as he hunts for a psychologist's kidnapped daughter. With complex characters and intense suspense, the story delves into the intricate methods of both the investigator and the criminal. The novel is part of the Prey series and focuses on psychological manipulation and the relentless pursuit of justice.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

30,848 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for John Sandford's Mind Prey praise its gripping pace and well-conceived plot, noting the suspenseful and intelligent mind games between the protagonist and antagonist. Critics appreciated the depth of the characters but some felt the story had predictable elements. Overall, it’s a highly engaging thriller with strong narrative drive.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mind Prey (Lucas Davenport, #7)?

Readers who relish fast-paced crime thrillers with psychological depth will enjoy John Sandford's Mind Prey. Fans of Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer and Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs will appreciate the intense cat-and-mouse dynamics and complex characters. Ideal for those captivated by dark, intricate plots and sharp detective work.

4.4

30,848 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

354

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minneapolis, Minnesota • 1990s

Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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