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Winter Prey

John Sandford
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Winter Prey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993

Book Brief

John Sandford

Winter Prey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

405

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wisconsin • 1990s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In John Sandford's suspense novel Winter Prey, Minneapolis cop Lucas Davenport vacations in rural Wisconsin but is soon drawn into the investigation of a brutal murder committed by a sociopath known as The Iceman. As Lucas collaborates with local authorities and forms a contentious yet evolving relationship with coroner Dr. Weather Karkinnen, he uncovers a disturbing web of child exploitation and must race against time to stop The Iceman before he strikes again. This book contains themes of child exploitation and sexual abuse.

Suspenseful

Dark

Mysterious

Challenging

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.4

52,236 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Winter Prey by John Sandford captivates with its atmospheric setting and gripping plot, masterfully blending suspense with character depth. Readers praise protagonist Lucas Davenport's complexity, though some feel the pacing drags in sections. Sandford's detailed descriptions enrich the narrative but occasionally overwhelm. A solid addition to the prey series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Winter Prey?

Fans of gripping thrillers like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Along Came a Spider will relish Winter Prey by John Sandford. This novel appeals to readers who enjoy intricate plots, compelling characters, and chilling suspense in a cold, atmospheric setting.

4.4

52,236 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

405

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wisconsin • 1990s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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