All that Remains - Patricia Cornwell

Patricia Cornwell is one of those authors where you wait in eager anticipation for her next novel, yet when it comes you are always disappointed. Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy reading her novels, but they seem to deteriorate with each one she writes. 'All that Remains' isn't nearly as good as some of her earlier novels, although it still has the suspense, interest value and gorey descriptions as the rest. It is easy, mindless reading that absorbs you while it lasts. ...

This was my first book about Medical Examiner, Kay Scarpetta. I've read each one following, but this one stuck in my mind the most. The way that Scarpetta puts everything together, while staying together herself, is very impressing. I mainly chose this book because Ms. Cornwell's books seem to take a dive. I've enjoyed each of her other books, but not as good as this one. Diving into the world of a Chief Medical Examiner was never something I expected to like, but I was really amazed at how consumed I became by this book, I could not put it down. Following in the footsteps of Scarpetta was an experience that one won't soon forget. I thought it ...

Patricia Cornwell at her best!! I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, full of suspense I just had to keep turning the page. (Not a good book to get your hands on the evening before an exam!!!) Having read all of Patricia Cornwell's books, I thought that this one was by far the best. It was well paced and,as usual, her vivid descriptions were both stomach-turning and satisfying as you almost felt that you were involved in the novel. The other bonus point of this book was that you were kept guessing as to the identity of the killer right up to the novel's startling conclusion. This book comes highly recommended! ...