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The Last Widow (Will Trent, #9)

Karin Slaughter
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The Last Widow (Will Trent, #9)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Karin Slaughter

The Last Widow (Will Trent, #9)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

446

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Last Widow by Karin Slaughter, a kidnapping and a bombing incident lead medical examiner Sara Linton and her partner, Will Trent, into a deadly conspiracy. As they investigate, they uncover a plot involving extremist groups, forcing them to race against time to prevent an impending catastrophe and save innocent lives.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

75,471 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Karin Slaughter's The Last Widow captivates with its intense, fast-paced narrative and well-developed characters, particularly highlighting the strong female leads. However, some readers found the graphic violence excessive and the pacing uneven. Overall, it is a gripping thriller that may appeal more to existing fans than new readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Last Widow (Will Trent, #9)?

Fans of intense crime thrillers, intricate plots, and strong female protagonists will appreciate The Last Widow by Karin Slaughter. Readers of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo will find this gripping novel a compelling read.

4.3

75,471 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

446

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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