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In "The Last Precinct," Dr. Kay Scarpetta, the seasoned forensic pathologist of Richmond, partners with seasoned detective Pete Marino to tackle a perplexing case. As the investigation deepens, a looming threat surfaces—one that could alter the trajectory of Scarpetta’s distinguished career. The novel weaves a tense narrative of crime, forensic science, and the professional dynamics of women in the law enforcement and medical examiner fields.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Patricia Cornwell
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