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Tess Gerritsen

b. June 12, 1953 · From United States

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Tess Gerritsen is an American novelist and retired physician, born in San Diego, California, on June 12, 1953. She earned a BA in anthropology from Stanford University and a medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, and practiced as a physician before writing full-time. Her no…

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Fiction Suspense Thriller Mystery Crime

Also Known As

Gerritsen Tess, GERRITSEN TESS, TESS GERRITSEN, gerritsen tess, Tess Gerrutsen

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the reading order for Tess Gerritsen's Rizzoli & Isles series?

    The Rizzoli & Isles series begins with "The Surgeon," followed by "The Apprentice," "The Sinner," "Body Double," "Vanish," "The Mephisto Club," "The Coldest Cut," "The Silent Girl," "Last to Die," "Die Again," "I Know a Secret," and "Listen to Me."

  • Are there any TV shows or movies based on Tess Gerritsen's books?

    The Rizzoli & Isles series of books was adapted into a popular television series titled "Rizzoli & Isles," which aired for seven seasons.

  • What kind of books did Tess Gerritsen write before her thrillers?

    Before gaining fame for her medical thrillers, Tess Gerritsen wrote several romantic suspense novels.

  • Which Tess Gerritsen book should a new reader start with?

    A good starting point for new readers is "The Surgeon," as it introduces the character of Jane Rizzoli and sets the stage for the popular Rizzoli & Isles series.