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Purgatory Ridge (Cork O'Connor, #3)

William Kent Krueger
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Purgatory Ridge (Cork O'Connor, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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William Kent Krueger

Purgatory Ridge (Cork O'Connor, #3)

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

428

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Early 2000s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Purgatory Ridge by William Kent Krueger follows Cork O'Connor, a former sheriff in the Minnesota wilderness. After a deadly accident at a lumber mill, tensions rise in the community. Cork must navigate environmental and personal conflicts while uncovering complex truths to solve the mystery.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

26,846 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

William Kent Krueger’s Purgatory Ridge receives praise for its suspenseful plot and well-crafted characters. Readers appreciate the vivid, evocative setting and the intricate weaving of mystery and cultural elements. However, some critique the pacing as uneven and find certain plot points predictable. Overall, it’s a compelling addition to the Cork O'Connor series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Purgatory Ridge (Cork O'Connor, #3)?

Readers who enjoy Purgatory Ridge by William Kent Krueger are typically fans of suspenseful thrillers and intricate mysteries. This book appeals to those who appreciate atmospheric settings and complex characters, similar to fans of Dennis Lehane's Shutter Island or C.J. Box's Open Season.

4.4

26,846 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

428

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Early 2000s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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