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Sudden Prey (Lucas Davenport, #8)

John Sandford
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Sudden Prey (Lucas Davenport, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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John Sandford

Sudden Prey (Lucas Davenport, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

452

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • 1990s

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Sudden Prey by John Sandford follows Detective Lucas Davenport as he tracks down individuals seeking revenge after a police raid goes wrong. As Davenport navigates complex scenarios, the story focuses on themes of justice, pursuit, and coping with personal and professional challenges in law enforcement.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

29,868 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sudden Prey by John Sandford delivers intense, fast-paced thrills with well-developed characters and a gripping plot. Critics praise its relentless suspense and sharp dialogue. However, some reviewers note that the high level of violence may be off-putting for sensitive readers. Overall, it's highly recommended for fans of gritty, action-packed crime fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sudden Prey (Lucas Davenport, #8)?

Fans of gripping police procedurals and high-stakes thrillers will relish Sudden Prey by John Sandford. Similar in style to Michael Connelly's The Black Echo and James Patterson's Kiss the Girls, this novel caters to readers who appreciate intense action, complex characters, and suspenseful plotting.

4.4

29,868 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

452

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • 1990s

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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