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The Apprentice

(Rizzoli & Isles series 2)
By Tess Gerritsen
Series: Rizzoli & Isles
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In The Apprentice by Tess Gerritsen, the story follows detective Jane Rizzoli as she confronts a new wave of murders reminiscent of those committed by a killer currently behind bars. When the original murderer escapes from prison, Rizzoli faces a terrifying alliance between two twisted minds, placing her in a race against time to stop their deadly partnership. Set within the engrossing world of crime and thriller, this book offers suspense and intriguing twists.
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You might enjoy this gripping crime thriller if you're captivated by suspenseful tales involving twisted murder investigations and chilling plots. The book explores the eerie dynamics between a returning killer and a diligent detective, offering intense drama and unexpected twists. Fans of nail-biting narratives and psychological depth will find it particularly appealing.

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It's gory, it's gripping, it's Gerritsen.

A Rizzoli & Isles bestseller.

A killer who knows his trade

'Gerritsen was a medic before she turned to writing, and her book contains enough grisly details to put you off hospitals for life. But if you like your crime medicine strong, this will keep you gripped' Mail on Sunday

A series of horrific murders seem disturbingly familiar to Detective Jane Rizzoli. They remind her and Forensic Pathologist Maura Isles of those committed by a killer known as The Surgeon, who they recently put behind bars.

While they're still trying to track down the new killer, the unthinkable happens - The Surgeon escapes. Suddenly, Jane is chasing not one but two brilliant and twisted minds, united by one goal...

To perfect their skills on the woman who's hunting them.

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The Apprentice by Tess Gerritsen is often praised for its gripping narrative and intense suspense. Readers commend the novel's ability to build tension and maintain a fast pace, while also appreciating the strong character development, particularly of the protagonists. The book is noted for its intricate plot and clever twists that keep readers engaged throughout.

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ISBN: 9781804991268

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 293g

Pages: 416

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books Police Procedural Psychological Thriller Series: Rizzoli & Isles Tess Gerritsen

About the Author

Bestselling author Tess Gerritsen is also a physician, and she brings to her novels her first-hand knowledge of emergency and autopsy rooms. Her thrillers starring homicide detective Jane Rizzoli and medical examiner Maura Isles inspired the hit TV series Rizzoli & Isles. But Tess's interests span far more than medicine and crime. As an anthropology student at Stanford University, she catalogued centuries-old human remains, and she continues to travel the world, driven by her fascination with ancient cultures and bizarre natural phenomena.

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