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Chaos (Kay Scarpetta, #24)
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bookshelves: crime-fiction, mystery, library-book, series, thriller, forensics
Nov 22, 2016
bookshelves: crime-fiction, mystery, library-book, series, thriller, forensics
Read 2 times. Last read November 23, 2016.
This one was just as disappointing as the last couple of books featuring Kay Scarpetta. It takes a long time for anything significant to really happen, and by then, you just don't really give a crap. We have more of Scarpetta's inner ramblings to herself, everyone being so secretive...it's really getting old.
At least in this one, we get to know more about her sister, Dorothy- now she's a piece of work. Otherwise, the plot is weak and there were no real surprises.
Can't say I really recommend this one. I used to love this character, but sadly, I might have to let her go.
At least in this one, we get to know more about her sister, Dorothy- now she's a piece of work. Otherwise, the plot is weak and there were no real surprises.
Can't say I really recommend this one. I used to love this character, but sadly, I might have to let her go.
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October 15, 2016
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November 23, 2016
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October 30, 2021
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October 30, 2021
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Nov 22, 2016 09:17PM
That's sad, but not really unexpected, is it Reeda? I thought I was stuck with her, but I realize I've managed to stay away from the books >= #20. Probably I already let go without realizing until now...
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I had to stop reading about 8 books ago for the same reasons It is a shame as the early books were really good.
4cats wrote: "I had to stop reading about 8 books ago for the same reasons It is a shame as the early books were really good."Yeah, it seems that I might be done with them too. I kept reading them hoping it would change, but alas, it seems to be just wishful thinking.
I totally get what you are saying. I thought things would improve but in the end walked away. I sometimes think the pressure of producing a new novel year in year out with the same character must cause issues of where to go next. I wonder if authors are frightened to leave the safety of their popular characters. I know years ago Cornwell tried with Southern Cross (but unfortunately I didn't like that either).
4cats wrote: "I totally get what you are saying. I thought things would improve but in the end walked away. I sometimes think the pressure of producing a new novel year in year out with the same character must c..."Yeah, I've gotta admit, I didn't take too well to that series either.
Oh well, there's no shortage of authors whose work I still like, so there is always plenty to read.
