The Last Precinct (Kay Scarpetta, #11)
by Patricia Cornwell
The Last Precinct by Patricia Cornwell holds a well received rating of 3.83 out of 5, based on 26.3K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 565 pages.
About The Last Precinct
Librarian's Note: This is an alternate-cover edition for ISBN 0751525359Physically and psychologically bruised by her encounter with the killer Chandonne, Dr Kay Scarpetta has to leave her home in the hands of the police team investigating the attack. She finds shelter with an old friend, Anna Zenner, but it is not the haven of security she needs when she discovers that Anna has been subpoenaed to appear before a Grand Jury which is investigating Scarpetta for murder. Kay knows she is being framed and she also knows she can trust no-one. Meanwhile it appears that Chandonne killed a woman in New York before his murderous spree in Virginia, but when Scarpetta looks more closely into that case with the prosecutor Jaime Berger, proof of his guilt is far from certain - in fact she begins to believe that he may not be the perpetrator of any of the crimes he is accused of. As she follows the forensic trail to the real killer she gradually realises that someone has been spinning a web for years with the aim of entrapping her. Who is it, and why are they so desperate to be rid of her?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Patricia Cornwell |
| Published | 2000 |
| Pages | 565 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.83 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 26,250 |
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What genre is The Last Precinct?
The Last Precinct is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Last Precinct worth reading?
Based on 26.3K reader ratings, The Last Precinct has an average score of 3.83 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Last Precinct?
The Last Precinct has 565 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Last Precinct?
The Last Precinct was written by Patricia Cornwell. It was first published in 2000.
What is the ISBN for The Last Precinct?
The ISBN-13 for The Last Precinct is 9780751525360.0.
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