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Plum Island (John Corey, #1)

Nelson DeMille
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Plum Island (John Corey, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Nelson DeMille

Plum Island (John Corey, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

592

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Long Island, New York • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Plum Island by Nelson DeMille follows a person-first protagonist, retired NYPD detective John Corey, who investigates the murders of two scientists on Long Island. The victims were studying infectious diseases and involved with potential biological weapon threats. The novel explores themes of mystery, science, and government secrecy.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

70,958 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Nelson DeMille's Plum Island offers a suspenseful journey with witty dialogue and an engaging protagonist in John Corey. Critics praise its blend of humor and tension. Some readers felt the plot dragged at times and found the science elements overly complex. Overall, it's a thrilling read with strong character development and memorable twists.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Plum Island (John Corey, #1)?

Fans of thrilling mysteries with a blend of humor and suspense will enjoy Plum Island by Nelson DeMille. This book is perfect for readers who appreciate the investigative twists of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code and the witty, sharp-edged protagonists found in Michael Connelly's detective novels.

4.2

70,958 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

592

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Long Island, New York • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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