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published
March 1st 2000
by Berkley
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Mass Market Paperback, 384 pages
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0425174271
(isbn13: 9780425174272)
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In the 10th installment of his popular Prey series, John Sandford (a.k.a. John Camp) pits his popular antihero, Lucas Davenport, against a pair...more
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Read in January, 2000
I grabbed this particular book off the leasing shelf on a whim, began it in the station waiting for the train and could not put it down. Apparently, Sandford writes a series of novels that would be difficult to classify as either mysteries or thrillers. They all have the word “prey” in the title, and Lucas Davenport as protagonist. In this latest work, Davenport is a deputy chief of the Minneapolis Police Department.
Clara Rinker is a hitwoman. Raped after working one evening a...more
Clara Rinker is a hitwoman. Raped after working one evening a...more
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As a teenager, Clara Rinker ran away from home and an abusive stepfather. While working as a dancer in a strip club, Clara is raped but plots her vengeance and kills the man who assaulted her. This begins a long career for Clara as a hired killer. Carmel Loan is a successful defense attorney in Minneapolis, a woman who is used to getting what she wants. And she wants Hale Allen, but standing in her way is Allen’s wife. Through a third-party, Carmel hires Clara to kill Allen’s wife, at which ...more
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Read in May, 2008
I finished this book on Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and immediately picked up the next one in the series. It's like an addiction - I can't seem to get enough Lucas Davenport adventures.
I'm about half way through the Lucas Davenport series and have yet to be bored or find any of the books predictable. It amazes me that Sanford can keep coming up with new, interesting and sometimes evil characters. His writing grabs me from the start and I have a hard time putting it down. A great, easy r...more
I'm about half way through the Lucas Davenport series and have yet to be bored or find any of the books predictable. It amazes me that Sanford can keep coming up with new, interesting and sometimes evil characters. His writing grabs me from the start and I have a hard time putting it down. A great, easy r...more
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Read in July, 2008
recommended to Jessica by:
Todd
Todd is the one who turned me on to the "Prey books". I love them and once I start reading one, I will read it every spare minute I get. This is my favorite one so far; it is the first one where I am almost rooting for the villain--at least one of the two villains. You'll probably understand if/when you read it. For you Minnesotans, you'll find extra enjoyment in the fact that all of Sandford's books take place somewhere in or very near Minnesota. This book is exciting and suspens...more
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First Sandford book for me. I can see why he's so popular. This was from 1999 and I'll have to check for a sequel because it certainly ended set up for one. The "perp" is a female hitman which brings a new perspective to the job. Apparently the hero-Alex Delaware- is featured in many of Sandford's books. I found him to be rather dull. The perps were far more interesting.
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Read in August, 2008
recommended to Kim by:
Dick
I loved this book as well. I've come the conclusion that John Sandford has a somewhat sick imagination. But that is what leads to great books. This one involved a Professional Killer and a lawyer. The ending was dissappointing to me, but what can ya do??
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Read in October, 2007
recommends it for:
suspense and Sandford fans
I am blazing through these books. Every one is just as good as the previous and the stories just as complex, making you sit at the edge of your seat until the very last pages. On to the next!!!
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Read in May, 2006
Another great page-turner filled with close calls and near misses. This one finds Lucas Davenport on the trail of a professional female killer who has quite a few loose ends to tie up.
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I have read all the books in the "Prey" series plus all of Sanford's other books. I like his writing style and the fact that many of his books are set in Minnesota.
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the first book with the rinker character (shows up in a later book - mortal prey). unfortunately, the second book with rinker is much better.
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Read in August, 2008
recommends it for:
anyone
This wasn't my favorite Lucas Davenport book, but it was still a good read. You just can't so wrong with this series.
Read in November, 2002
recommended to Marleen by:
Leuven Library
Ah! What a great read.
Clara Rinker, the professional killer is such an interesting and enticing character.
Clara Rinker, the professional killer is such an interesting and enticing character.
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I think it's my favorite in the Prey series, but maybe that's just cause it's a hit woman for once...
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Read in January, 2004
I've read all the "Prey" series with Lucas Davenport - enjoy the character and the plots
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Read in January, 2006
Certain and Mortal, the two Clara Rinker books, are my favorites.
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An interesting and not unlikeable villainess. Just good reading fun.
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Read in January, 2007
Definitely up to the standards of suspense John Sanford sets
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