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Winterkill (Joe Pickett, #3)

C.J. Box
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Winterkill (Joe Pickett, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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C.J. Box

Winterkill (Joe Pickett, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wyoming • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

C.J. Box's novel Winterkill follows game warden Joe Pickett as he investigates the death of an outfitter during a harsh Wyoming winter. Amid unraveling mysteries and political intrigue, Joe faces challenges that test his resilience and sense of justice.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

40,691 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Winterkill by C.J. Box captivates readers with its gripping mystery and strong characterization, particularly of the protagonist, Joe Pickett. The atmospheric writing effectively evokes the wintry Wyoming setting. However, some critics find the plot pacing uneven and certain secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Winterkill (Joe Pickett, #3)?

Winterkill by C.J. Box will captivate readers who enjoy suspenseful crime mysteries set against rugged natural backdrops. Fans of Lee Child's Jack Reacher series or Tony Hillerman's Navajo Tribal Police mysteries will find the third book in the Joe Pickett series equally engaging with its blend of action, intrigue, and vivid wilderness settings.

4.4

40,691 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wyoming • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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