'Predator' by Patricia Cornwell, 2005

See here for a plot outline and links to reviews.

I enjoyed this considerably more than 'Trace'. The relationships between the characters are essentially breaking down so everyone is on edge and jumpy. Although one narrative strand is from the killers point of view you don't really get into their head until the very end when a major revelation forces you to re-evaluate all that went before. The plot is more concrete than in 'Trace' and there is considerably less ambiguity. The pacing works better as well. The characters still seem a bit 2-dimensional and the dialogue is at its best during arguments! The only loose ends left untied are the relationships within what was previously a closeknit group..... things seem to be unravelling and trust has been shattered all around. the follow up could be interesting!

Worth reading if youi like crime/forensic thrillers, otherwise don't bother.