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When the fingerprints of a convicted killer turn up at the scene of a crimeafter his execution, the Chief Medical Examiner's office becomes more than officially involved and Dr Kay Scarpetta becomes a suspect herself.
Quick Summary
In this killer forensic thriller, a dead man's fingerprints mysteriously appear at a new crime scene after his execution, turning the investigator into the prime suspect. Teens will devour the twisty courtroom drama, bone-chilling forensic lab scenes, and the satisfying puzzle of figuring out who really committed these crimes before the real killer strikes again. If your kid loves the intense crime solving of John Grisham's legal thrillers or binge-watches shows like CSI, they'll be hooked on this high-stakes cat-and-mouse game. With its mature themes and complex plot, this is perfect for high school readers in grades 10-12 who enjoy sophisticated mysteries.