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Open Season (Joe Pickett, #1)

C.J. Box
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Open Season (Joe Pickett, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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C.J. Box

Open Season (Joe Pickett, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

278

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wyoming • Contemporary

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Open Season by C.J. Box, a newly appointed game warden in Wyoming, Joe Pickett, uncovers environmental corruption and a web of deceit. As he navigates the dangers that come with challenging powerful interests, Joe fights to protect both the wildlife and his community.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

72,469 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Open Season by C.J. Box highlight its gripping plot and vivid portrayal of Wyoming wilderness. Readers praise the character development of Joe Pickett, though some find the pacing uneven. Noted for blending mystery with environmental themes, the novel's climax receives mixed reactions. Overall, it's a compelling debut that promises an engaging series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Open Season (Joe Pickett, #1)?

Fans of thrilling, nature-infused mysteries will appreciate Open Season by C.J. Box. Ideal for readers who enjoy complex characters and suspenseful plots set against rugged landscapes, it appeals to those who liked Craig Johnson's Longmire series or Nevada Barr's Anna Pigeon novels.

4.2

72,469 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

278

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wyoming • Contemporary

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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