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Hm. Well. Yeah.
Anti- climax is a term which comes to mind, but considering how old the book is, I'd say a pretty amazing read.
I like how Deaver dwells on the lives and problems of the protagonist as much as the killings themselves. For a book based on serial killing, it talks a lot about living life. Or may be that's the very reason.
The concept of euthanasia though, as always, makes me uncomfortable. One starts to involuntarily form arguments and such a morbid theme can only depress you furthe ...more
A quadriplegic detective comes out of retirement to solve a series of brutal killings in which the killer leaves clues which will help save his next victim if they are deciphered in time.
Fast-paced. Lots of forensic details. Well-plotted. Positive, realistic portrayal of disability. Film rights sold.
Fast-paced. Lots of forensic details. Well-plotted. Positive, realistic portrayal of disability. Film rights sold.
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