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Predator (Kay Scarpetta, #14)

Patricia Cornwell
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Predator (Kay Scarpetta, #14)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Patricia Cornwell

Predator (Kay Scarpetta, #14)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

453

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Florida • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Predator by Patricia Cornwell, Dr. Kay Scarpetta investigates a series of complex cases involving brutal murders. Utilizing her forensic expertise, Scarpetta collaborates with colleagues to uncover the unsettling patterns behind the crimes, striving to prevent further loss. The novel blends forensic science and psychological profiling, highlighting the team's dedication to solving these mysterious killings.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

39,439 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Patricia Cornwell's Predator offers gripping forensic detail and an intricate plot, praised for its suspense and character depth. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the storyline convoluted. Overall, it captivates fans of the series but may challenge new readers due to its complex narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Predator (Kay Scarpetta, #14)?

Predator by Patricia Cornwell is ideal for readers who enjoy gripping forensic thrillers. Fans of Kathy Reichs’ Déjà Dead and Thomas Harris’ The Silence of the Lambs will appreciate the meticulous detail and dark, psychological elements. This novel caters to those fascinated by crime-solving through cutting-edge science and intricate investigations.

4.0

39,439 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

453

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Florida • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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