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Port Mortuary (Kay Scarpetta, #18)

Patricia Cornwell
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Port Mortuary (Kay Scarpetta, #18)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Patricia Cornwell

Port Mortuary (Kay Scarpetta, #18)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Port Mortuary, Patricia Cornwell's novel, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, chief medical examiner, navigates a high-tech forensic science world to unravel a complex mystery involving a mysterious death. The narrative follows her expertise and dedication as she utilizes cutting-edge technology to solve the case, revealing unexpected connections and challenging her professional and personal life.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

32,044 ratings

61%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Port Mortuary by Patricia Cornwell receives mixed reviews. Positive aspects include Cornwell's detailed forensic knowledge and complex protagonist, Kay Scarpetta. However, criticism focuses on slow pacing and a convoluted plot. While some appreciate the deep psychological insights, others find them distracting. Overall, it appeals mainly to series fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Port Mortuary (Kay Scarpetta, #18)?

Readers who enjoy forensic thrillers and crime novels like The Bone Collector by Jeffrey Deaver or Postmortem by Patricia Cornwell will be captivated by Port Mortuary. Fans of intense procedural details, deep psychological insights, and strong, intellectual protagonists will find this book particularly engaging.

3.9

32,044 ratings

61%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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