Black Notice (Kay Scarpetta, #10)
by Patricia Cornwell
Black Notice by Patricia Cornwell holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 27.5K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 441 pages.
About Black Notice
An intriguing Dr Kay Scarpetta novel which will take Kay an ocean's breadth away from home. The case begins when a cargo ship arriving at Richmond, Virginia's Deep Water Terminal from Belgium is discovered to be transporting a locked, sealed container holding the decomposed remains of a stowaway. The post mortem performed by the Chief Medical Examiner, Kay Scarpetta, initially reveals neither a cause of death nor an identification. But the victim's personal effects and an odd tattoo take Scarpetta on a hunt for information that leads to Interpol's headquarters in Lyon, where she receives critical instructions: go to the Paris morgue to receive secret evidence and then return to Virginia to carry out a mission. It is a mission that could ruin her career. In a story which crosses international borders, BLACK NOTICE puts Dr Kay Scarpetta directly in harm's way and places her and those she holds dear at mortal risk. For more on Patricia Cornwell and her books visit her website at www.patricia-cornwell.com
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Patricia Cornwell |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 441 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.85 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 27,472 |
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What genre is Black Notice?
Black Notice is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Black Notice worth reading?
Based on 27.5K reader ratings, Black Notice has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Black Notice?
Black Notice has 441 pages.
Who wrote Black Notice?
Black Notice was written by Patricia Cornwell. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for Black Notice?
The ISBN-13 for Black Notice is 9780425175410.0.
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