The Surgeon (Rizzoli & Isles, #1)
by Tess Gerritsen
The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen holds a highly rated rating of 4.10 out of 5, based on 89.5K reader ratings. First published in 2001. The book spans 416 pages.
About The Surgeon
IN BOSTON, THERE'S A KILLER ON THE LOOSE...A killer who targets lone women, who breaks into their apartments and performs terrifying ritualistic acts of torture on them before finishing them off. His surgical skills lead police to suspect he is a physician - a physician who, instead of saving lives, takes them.But as homicide detective Thomas Moore and his partner Jane Rizzoli begin their investigation, they make a startling discovery. Closely linked to these killings is Catherine Cordell, a beautiful doctor with a mysterious past. Two years ago she was subjected to a horrifying rape and shot her attacker dead.Now the man she believes she killed seems to be stalking her once again, and this time he knows exactly where to find her...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Tess Gerritsen |
| Published | 2001 |
| Pages | 416 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.10 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 89,468 |
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What genre is The Surgeon?
The Surgeon is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Surgeon worth reading?
Based on 89.5K reader ratings, The Surgeon has an average score of 4.10 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Surgeon?
The Surgeon has 416 pages.
Who wrote The Surgeon?
The Surgeon was written by Tess Gerritsen. It was first published in 2001.
What is the ISBN for The Surgeon?
The ISBN-13 for The Surgeon is 9780553817060.0.
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