At Risk
At Risk by Patricia Daniels Cornwell, published by Little, Brown in 2006, is a work of fiction that delves into the complexities of forensic pathology. This edition spans 181 pages and presents a narrative centered on Winston Garano, a police investigator tasked with revisiting a twenty-year-old murder case. Set against the contrasting backdrops of Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Knoxville, Tennessee, the story unfolds as Garano grapples with the implications of his investigation, which he initially believes to be of lesser importance compared to more pressing current cases.
Readers will find a blend of meticulous research and engaging storytelling as Cornwell explores the intricacies of the case and its impact on Garano. The novel showcases her signature character development and narrative tension, inviting readers to navigate the twists and turns of the investigation. With themes rooted in forensic pathology, At Risk offers an intriguing look at the challenges faced by law enforcement in solving cold cases, making it a noteworthy addition to Cornwell’s body of work.
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A ‘one-off’ from the best-selling creator of the Dr Kay Scarpetta series, based on the serialisation in the New York Times.
Moving between the chill of Cambridge, Massachusetts and the sultry humidity of Knoxville, Tennessee, Winston Garano, a police investigator, is instructed to look into a twenty-year-old murder case. Although Win reckons there are many more pressing current cases which should have higher priority, he gets on with the task, unaware of the can of worms he will prise open. With her hallmark qualities of deft characterisation, perfect research and tense story-telling, Patricia Cornwell has created a novel which entertains, intrigues and satisfies.
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