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The Body Farm
Series: Kay Scarpetta
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The Body Farm
The fifth novel in the best-selling Dr Kay Scarpetta series.
The fifth novel in the best-selling Dr Kay Scarpetta series.
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The Body Farm - a research institute that tests the decomposition of corpses.
Black Mountain, North Carolina: a sleepy little town where the local police deal with one homicide a year, if they're unlucky, and where people are still getting used to the idea of locking their doors at night.
But violent death is no respecter of venue, and the discovery of the corpse of an 11-year-old girl sends shock waves through the community. Dr Kay Scarpetta, Chief Medical Examiner on a similar case in Virginia, is called in to apply her forensic skills to this latest atrocity, but the apparent simplicity of the case proves something of a poisoned chalice - until Scarpetta finds enlightenment through the curious pathologists' playground known as the Body Farm ...
For more about Patricia Cornwell and her books visit her website at www.patricia-cornwell.com
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The Body Farm by Patricia Cornwell is often praised for its gripping narrative and rich detail, making it a must-read for crime and thriller enthusiasts. Readers admire the intricate plot revolving around forensic investigations and the strong character development of the protagonist, Kay Scarpetta. However, some note that the pacing could be uneven and the plot somewhat convoluted. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy a blend of mystery with scientific elements.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780751544589
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 January 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Sphere
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Patricia Cornwell's series of crime novels featuring the forensic examiner Dr Kay Scarpetta are international bestsellers. She is also the author of two police procedurals and the biography of Ruth Graham. She divides her time between Virginia and New York.
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