Kisscut

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Karin Slaughter

'One of the boldest thriller writers working today' TESS GERRITSEN'Her characters, plot, and pacing are unrivalled. . .' MICHAEL CONNELLY________________________________________The second book in Karin Slaughter's #1 bestselling GRANT COUNTY series.When a teenage quarrel in the small town of Heartsdale explodes into a deadly shoot-out, Sara Linton - paediatrician and medical examiner - finds herself entangled in a horrific tragedy. What seems at first to be an individual catastrophe has wider implications when the autopsy reveals evidence of long-term abuse and ritualistic self-mutilation.Sara and police chief Jeffrey Tolliver start to investigate, but the children surrounding the victim close ranks. The families turn their backs. Then a young girl is abducted, and it soon becomes clear that the first death is linked to an even more brutal crime.And unless Sara and Jeffrey can uncover the deadly secrets the children hide, it is going to happen again._________________________________________Crime and thriller masters know there's nothing better than a little Slaughter:'I'd follow her anywhere' GILLIAN FLYNN'Passion, intensity, and humanity' LEE CHILD'A writer of extraordinary talents' KATHY REICHS'Fiction doesn't get any better than this' JEFFERY DEAVER'A great writer at the peak of her powers' PETER JAMES'Raw, powerful and utterly gripping' KATHRYN STOCKETT'With heart and skill Karin Slaughter keeps you hooked from the first page until the last' CAMILLA LACKBERG'Amongst the world's greatest and finest crime writers' YRSA SIGURÐARDÓTTIR

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Author

Karin Slaughter

Pages

448

Publisher

Random House

Published Date

2011-11-04

ISBN

1448108012 9781448108015

Ratings

Google: 5

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"Although Slaughter continues to be a master of dialog, the content of this book was far too dark for me. I think it's almost imperative to read trigger warnings before starting this book."

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Brian strong

"This book is the 2nd book of the Grant county series & my favorite! It’s very gory and was a tough read (bc it has pedophelia involved) but WOW it was one I couldn’t put down.. it was very good!! "

Lauren

" Kisscut by Karin Slaughter is a gripping, dark, and intense thriller that kept me thoroughly engaged from start to finish. The second book in the *Grant County* series delves deep into the complexities of its characters and the disturbing crimes they encounter. Karin Slaughter does an exceptional job of blending suspense with psychological depth, creating a chilling atmosphere that made it hard to put down. The plot is both brutal and poignant, tackling tough subjects with raw emotion and unflinching realism. The crime at the heart of the story is harrowing, and Slaughter doesn't shy away from exploring the deep trauma it leaves behind for both the victims and those investigating. The characters, particularly medical examiner Sara Linton, are well-developed and multi-dimensional, and I found myself invested in their personal struggles just as much as the main mystery. While Kisscut is a powerful and well-executed thriller, there were a few moments where the pacing slowed a bit, and the graphic nature of some scenes may be unsettling for some readers. Still, it’s a compelling read for fans of dark, character-driven crime novels. Overall, Kisscut is a solid installment in the *Grant County* series. It’s emotionally intense, filled with shocking twists, and offers a powerful exploration of human resilience. I’m looking forward to reading more from Karin Slaughter! 4 stars. "