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The Body Finder (The Body Finder, #1)

Kimberly Derting
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The Body Finder (The Body Finder, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010

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Kimberly Derting

The Body Finder (The Body Finder, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting focuses on a high school girl with a unique ability to sense the locations of murder victims. As she grapples with this gift, she becomes involved in a hunt for a serial killer, all while managing typical teenage challenges and relationships.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

54,497 ratings

70%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting is a compelling blend of romance and suspense. Reviewers praise its unique premise and gripping narrative but find the writing style and character development somewhat lacking. While some adore the paranormal elements and the romantic subplot, others feel the plot becomes predictable. Suitable for fans of both mystery and romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Body Finder (The Body Finder, #1)?

Fans of young adult thrillers like Laurie Halse Anderson’s Wintergirls and April Henry’s Girl, Stolen will love The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting. Ideal for readers who enjoy supernatural elements, suspense, and a touch of romance, this novel appeals to those drawn to dark mysteries and compelling teen heroines.

4.1

54,497 ratings

70%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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