Prayers for Rain (Kenzie & Gennaro, #5)
Prayers for Rain (Kenzie & Gennaro, #5)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1990s
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Prayers for Rain, private investigators Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro seek to unravel a sinister web of deceit and manipulation following a client's suicide. As they delve deeper, they confront a ruthless adversary capable of profound psychological torment. The novel is part of Dennis Lehane's Kenzie-Gennaro series.
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Review Roundup
Dennis Lehane's Prayers for Rain captivates readers with its gritty narrative and well-crafted suspense, characteristic of Lehane's detective series. The strong chemistry between the protagonists, Kenzie and Gennaro, is praised, while some critics argue the plot occasionally feels formulaic. Although it may not innovate within the genre, it remains an engaging, atmospheric read.
Who Should Read Prayers for Rain (Kenzie & Gennaro, #5)?
Prayers for Rain by Dennis Lehane suits readers who enjoy dark, gritty crime novels with complex characters and psychological depth. Fans of Lehane's Mystic River or works by Michael Connelly, such as The Lincoln Lawyer, will appreciate the suspense and moral ambiguity. Ideal for those who relish intricate mysteries and hardboiled detectives.
25,692 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1990s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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