Patricia Daniels Cornwell

Patricia Daniels Cornwell is an American crime writer, known for her best-selling series of novels featuring the medical examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Edgar, the Creasey, the Anthony, and the Macavity awards.

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  1. 1. Postmortem

    In this gripping crime thriller, a forensic pathologist named Kay Scarpetta finds herself in the midst of a serial killer investigation. As she delves into the brutal murders of several young women, Scarpetta must use her expertise to unravel the clues left behind by the sadistic murderer. With her own life in danger, Scarpetta races against time to catch the killer before he strikes again, leading to a shocking and unexpected conclusion.

    The 3266th Greatest Book of All Time
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  2. 2. Unnatural Exposure

    In this gripping thriller, a seasoned medical examiner is drawn into a chilling investigation when a series of gruesome murders linked to a mysterious virus emerge. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a complex web of deceit and danger, where the killer's identity remains elusive and the threat of a biological catastrophe looms large. Battling both professional and personal challenges, she must race against time to unravel the truth and prevent a deadly outbreak, all while confronting her own vulnerabilities and the dark side of human nature.

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