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Mortal Prey (Lucas Davenport, #13)

John Sandford
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Mortal Prey (Lucas Davenport, #13)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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John Sandford

Mortal Prey (Lucas Davenport, #13)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

St. Louis, Missouri • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Mortal Prey by John Sandford, federal and local law enforcement join forces to capture an elusive assassin. Reflecting on multiple lives intertwined by danger, the story follows Lucas Davenport as he navigates complex relationships and high-stakes pursuit. The novel is part of the Prey series centered around crime and investigation.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

28,477 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mortal Prey by John Sandford excites with its intense plot and well-developed characters, especially the returning villain, Clara Rinker. While the novel's brisk pacing and clever twists captivate readers, some find the storyline predictable and the dialogue occasionally flat. Overall, it remains a thrilling addition to the Lucas Davenport series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mortal Prey (Lucas Davenport, #13)?

A reader who enjoys heart-pounding thrillers with complex characters, like those found in John Grisham's The Firm or Michael Connelly's The Poet, would be captivated by John Sandford's Mortal Prey. Ideal for fans of crime-solving protagonists and high-stakes action, this novel delivers suspense and intricate plotting.

4.5

28,477 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

St. Louis, Missouri • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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