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Patricia Cornwell
Kay Scarpetta
Kay Scarpetta
16 books
Ongoing series
About this series
The Kay Scarpetta series follows a chief medical examiner as she investigates suspicious deaths. These mysteries explore forensic science and criminal justice, offering a look into the complexities of crime.
Books
Postmortem
Kay Scarpetta #1
El cuerpo del delito
Kay Scarpetta #2
All that remains
Kay Scarpetta #3
Cruel & Unusual
Kay Scarpetta #4
The Body Farm
Kay Scarpetta #5
From Potter's Field
Kay Scarpetta #6
Cause of Death
Kay Scarpetta #7
Unnatural Exposure
Kay Scarpetta #8
Point of Origin
Kay Scarpetta #9
Scarpetta's winter table
Kay Scarpetta #9.5
Black Notice
Kay Scarpetta #10
The Last Precinct
Kay Scarpetta #11
Blow fly
Kay Scarpetta #12
Trace
Kay Scarpetta #13
Predator
Kay Scarpetta #14
Flesh and Blood
Kay Scarpetta #22
Autopsy
Kay Scarpetta #25Similar series
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for the Kay Scarpetta series?
The Kay Scarpetta series is best read in publication order to follow the chronological development of the characters and ongoing storylines. While each book presents a self-contained mystery, overarching plot elements and character relationships evolve significantly across the series.
Is the Kay Scarpetta series being adapted for TV or film?
The Kay Scarpetta series has been adapted into a television series, with a production announced and cast for a streaming platform.
How does the Kay Scarpetta series evolve over time?
The series begins with more traditional forensic investigations but gradually incorporates more personal stakes for Dr. Scarpetta, with recurring antagonists and complex character arcs becoming central to the later books.