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Q is for Quarry (Kinsey Millhone, #17)

Sue Grafton
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Q is for Quarry (Kinsey Millhone, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Sue Grafton

Q is for Quarry (Kinsey Millhone, #17)

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

618

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Q is for Quarry by Sue Grafton, private investigator Kinsey Millhone teams up with two older detectives to solve a decades-old cold case involving the murder of an unidentified young woman. Their investigation uncovers secrets and brings closure to long-held mysteries, blending past and present in a compelling narrative.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

33,974 ratings

74%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sue Grafton's Q is for Quarry delves into an intriguing cold case with rich character development and a compelling narrative. Reviewers praise Grafton's meticulous attention to procedural details and the emotional depth of the protagonists. However, some find the pacing slow and the extensive backstory overwhelming. Overall, a solid addition to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Q is for Quarry (Kinsey Millhone, #17)?

Fans of suspenseful detective fiction like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo or Gone Girl will relish Q is for Quarry by Sue Grafton. This novel's intricate plot, strong female protagonist, and gritty realism make it a compelling read for those who appreciate crime mysteries and investigative narratives.

4.2

33,974 ratings

74%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

618

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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