Predator
Predator
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Predator by Patricia Cornwell, forensic expert Dr. Kay Scarpetta utilizes cutting-edge technology and advances in psychological profiling to investigate complex cases. As Scarpetta deals with personal challenges, she collaborates with her team to hunt down a cunning and elusive murderer, exploring themes of crime, science, and human behavior.
Suspenseful
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
40,180 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Predator by Patricia Cornwell elicits mixed reviews. Fans appreciate Cornwell's intricate forensic details and gripping narrative, highlighting her skill in maintaining suspense. However, some critics find the plot convoluted and character development lacking. While the thriller engages with its trademark scientific analysis, it may not satisfy all readers.
Who Should Read Predator?
A reader who enjoys Predator by Patricia Cornwell likely appreciates forensic thrillers with intricate plots and character depth, akin to fans of Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs or Kathy Reichs's Déjà Dead. They are drawn to crime-solving narratives that combine science, suspense, and psychological exploration.
40,180 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
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