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Not her best - or am I spoiled
I chose average because even at her worst Cornwell is good. Cornwell a fine forensic mystery writer, actually she seems to own the field. This book is worth reading, once, but you’ll be disappointed if you are a hard core fan. I am getting tired of Benton and Scarpetta’s romance. Cornwell seems tired of her characters too. The ending in this book, and other recent entries, appears rushed as if the author was in a hurry to get away from them. All four of the leads are evolving at the same speed as a soap opera characters. The secondary characters remain compelling and very nasty. Perhaps she is afraid that readers will stop buying her books if she tries to create new leads. I will stay faithful, but only if Marino has a brain transplant and Lucy is murdered in the next novel. My favorite addition to Cornwell’s list of books is Jack the Ripper, Case Closed, I recommend it highly.Lire l'avis complet...
The well has gone dry?
Patricia Cornwell is one of my favorite authors. Her detailed descriptions, character development and storyline twists keep the reader engrossed in the book. I think the series has run its course, and Ms. Cornwell is possibly introducing a new line of characters to expand the storyline.
This was one of my least favorite of her stories I've read, but I think that is because I was expecting Kay Scarpetta to come in the story at some point. I like this new line of characters if this is the direction she is steering.Lire l'avis complet...
Disappointing
This book doesn't even really deserve one star. It's very short, disjointed and written like a bad formula paperback. I kept wondering when the "real" story was going to start, and it never did. I used to consider Patricia Cornwell a very good writer and could hardly wait for her next book to come out. Her books were interesting from page one till the end and I still re-read her first 7 or so books every few years. They were great. I keep hoping she'll find her way back to her previous style since she used to be my favorite author, but in recent years she seems to have completely lost her touch. I won't buy any more of her novels until I see stellar reviews in advance. Don't waste your time or money on this one. It's not worth reading.Lire l'avis complet...
At Risk
Patricia Conrwell writes so well that it is easy to follow her stories and remain captivated. She changed the characters in this one and the setting and it made for more curiosity as you got to know these characters rather than knowing (like with Scarpetta, Marino, and Lucy)everything already. It would make for a great new series! Good book, easy to read, and fast paced. Enjoy!Lire l'avis complet...
Patricia, Patricia, where art thou?
To say that I was disappointed in this book would be putting it mildly. Reading it was akin to having a wisdom tooth pulled with a pair of rusty pliers. Patricia, Patricia, what has happened to you! I've been a fan of yours for years, but I would rather serve a tour in Baghdad than read another book of this caliber. I just finished "Judge and Jury" by James Patterson and as always, I couldn't put it down. It use to be that way with you. Midway, I finally took "At Risk" and deep-sixed it in my waste basket. No way it would join the rest of your books on my shelf.Lire l'avis complet...
Patricia Cornwell Does it Again
Patricia Cornwell does it again! Even though this book does not contain my favorite character, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, she brings all the characters and story to life right away. Cornwell is at the top of my list when it comes to reading mystery. This was a book that I could not put down! Mystery and suspense throughout this book made it worth the read. I can not think of a thing about this book that I did not enjoy. Cornwell fans, get your copy of At Risk, make no plans because you will not want to set this book down. I can't wait for the next Cornwell book to be written!Lire l'avis complet...
Good Read But Not Up To Cornwell's Normal Standard
I've purchased and read all of Patricia Cornwell's books and always look forward to reading them. This story was originally written as a serial for a newspaper and is not quite as good as Cornwell's other books. It's a good read but not as intricate or as long as her usual novels. Features different characters from her other novels who are not very likeable. If you enjoy reading Cornwell you'll enjoy this book.Lire l'avis complet...
Good book, great character!
Ok, so when I bought it was expecting the Kay Scarpetta type novel. I am glad it wasn't. While I thought the story was pretty good, the main character, Win, was great. I would hope she starts a new series of novels containing him.Lire l'avis complet...
Good read Different style New Characters
Wow good quick read! New characters. Read the reviews and disagree with most of them. Maybe those reviewers really miss the Scarpetta characters. This was a New York Times magazine serial so that is why the words are more compact and the action faster. Different writing style.Lire l'avis complet...
Thumbs up!
I really enjoyed this book.It was very easy to read and she is really good at just describing things that are necessary to the story, and not going on and on about every piece of everything in the room..Just bought Jack the Ripper and I'm looking forward to reading it!Lire l'avis complet...