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Rules of Prey (Lucas Davenport, #1)

John Sandford
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Rules of Prey (Lucas Davenport, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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John Sandford

Rules of Prey (Lucas Davenport, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

479

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minneapolis, Minnesota • 1980s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Rules of Prey by John Sandford is a thriller following detective Lucas Davenport as he hunts a cunning, meticulous serial murderer who refers to himself as the "maddog." The narrative explores the intense psychological battle between law enforcement and the killer. It's the first book in Sandford's popular "Prey" series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

107,070 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rules of Prey by John Sandford has received acclaim for its fast-paced narrative and well-developed protagonist, Lucas Davenport. Reviewers praise its suspenseful and engaging plot. However, some critique the portrayal of secondary characters and predictability. Overall, it's a compelling start to the series, balancing action with psychological depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Rules of Prey (Lucas Davenport, #1)?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced, gritty crime thrillers with complex characters and psychological depth will be captivated by John Sandford's Rules of Prey. Fans of Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs and James Patterson's Alex Cross series will find this book particularly compelling.

4.3

107,070 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

479

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minneapolis, Minnesota • 1980s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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