Boston detective Jane Rizzoli and medical examiner Maura Isles are close friends and colleagues. They also happen to be the best investigators on the force, which is why they’re called in when a mutilated body is found on campus at Harvard Medical School. As they try to piece together who this victim was and what led to his murder, they find themselves clashing with both the FBI and local police over jurisdiction. But even more troubling than competing for control of the case is how similar it seems to another unsolved murder from years before – one that may have involved Maura’s own family… “The Silent Girl is a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat thriller that.
For who is this book for ?
If you enjoy thrilling mysteries with a medical twist, then you’ll love Tess Gerritsen’s latest novel, The Silent Girl. This book is perfect for fans of novels by authors like Patricia Cornwell and Kathy Reichs.
Pros :
- Gerritsen’s deft hand with suspense and plot
- Her characters are well developed and likable
- The story is tightly constructed and will keep you guessing until the end
Cons :
- The plot is very similar to other books by this author, which makes it predictable.
- The characters are one-dimensional and not particularly likable.
- The writing style is choppy and fails to engage the reader.”
Learn more about the author
Tess Gerritsen is a physician and an international bestselling author of suspense novels. She has written fifteen books, including the Rizzoli & Isles series. Her latest novel is The Mephisto Club.” “Of all Tess Gerritsen’s novels, this one is the most blatantly formulaic.
Reader Reviews
“A riveting, suspenseful read with a strong female protagonist.”
” riveting, Gerritsen’s latest is an intense read that fans of Rizzoli & Isles won’t want to miss…[The plot] moves swiftly and ingeniously toward a shattering finale. “
“The Silent Girl is a fast-paced, edge-of-your seat thriller that had me captivated from beginning to end. Tess Gerritsen has done it again! I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an intense, page-turning read.”
“Another winner by Tess Gerritsen! The Silent Girl is a brilliantly written novel with an intriguing plot that will keep you guessing until the very end. I could not put it down!”