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Point of Origin - Patricia Cornwell


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Point of Origin - Patricia Cornwell

 
Description: ISBN 0316644390 / Author: Patricia Cornwell / Genre: Crime / Thriller

Newest Review: ... has been burnt to the ground and a body has been found in the bathroom. But, what has happened?? well Scarpetta teams up ... more

 ... with her boyfriend benton, neice lucy, her cop friend and a woman from ATF which leads her to a conclusion that is filled with a huge twist that makes you want to pick up another one of Patrica Cornwall's books just to see what else is in store for this medical investigator. Although for some laymen the terminology of the medical side of the book could be a little confusing, I would say this book has it all. I would advise anyone interested in crime, thrillers to go and get the Point of Origin. I am sure you will en...more

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Point of Origin - Patricia Cornwell: Good, but not her best (175 words)
by - written on 31/07/00
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I have always loved Patricia Cornwell's writing and her books. She is a sharp woman with great writing skills, and her knowledge of forensic science is certainly part of the reason people come back to read her again and again. This book was extremely depressing, more than frigtening because we've been through these same things with Scarpetta and her niece before. How many times can one person deal with such tragedy and loss in their lives. At a certain point, this becomes unbelieveable (except for the Kennedy family), and the reader loses interest. Yes, the author is aging her protagonist and life does change, but must it always be so negative? I get ...  Read the complete review

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Premium Review Brilliant (192 words)
by - written on 27/06/00 (Very useful, 40 readings)
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This was the first Patricia Cornwell book I ever read, and it had me hooked in a matter of minutes. I was instantly drawn in - I felt I knew the characters, and needed to know what happened to them. That is the key to Cornwell's writing. The range of characters, all of whom develop convincingly, and make you want to know them. The book is a magnificent achievement on so many fronts at once. The technical detail is perfect, the plot sufficiently cunning, and the pacing superb. This is not a Columbo mystery, where we all know who did it except Columbo. We no know more than Dr. Scarpetta, and are invited to speculate with her about various possibilities. ...  Read the complete review

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Premium Review Point of Origin - Patricia Cornwell: Cornwell at her best!! (203 words)
by - written on 13/08/01 (Useful, 45 readings)
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I have read many many titles in the Dr Kay Scarpetta series. All which have kept me gripped, however this one is by far the best! We once again see the psychotic Carrie Grethen appear, and plan her revenge on Scarpetta and her loved ones, namely Lucy, Benton and Marino. This book was so gripping, I could not put it down, and i'm sure my fingers left burn marks on the pages. The character Dr Scarpetta has gone up immensly in my estimations, in this fine novel she comes across as strong and more determined than ever, considering the harrowing circumstances which she is in. I had not read the previous book in the series, to which ...  Read the complete review

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Premium Review murder, mystery and intregue what more could you ask for (152 words)
by - written on 10/12/04 (Somewhat useful, 337 readings)
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Patricia Cornwall returns with another great novel. Kay Scarpetta returns with a new laboratory and a new case. A Building has been burnt to the ground and a body has been found in the bathroom. But, what has happened?? well Scarpetta teams up with her boyfriend benton, neice lucy, her cop friend and a woman from ATF which leads her to a conclusion that is filled with a huge twist that makes you want to pick up another one of Patrica Cornwall's books just to see what else is in store for this medical investigator. Although for some laymen the terminology of the medical side of the book could be a little confusing, I would say this book has it ...  Read the complete review

 

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