Ein Toter im Hafen von Richmond lockt Kay Scarpetta, oberste Gerichtsmedizinerin von Virgina, auf die Fährte eines perversen Serienkillers, der sich 'Der Werwolf' nennt. Der attraktive Interpol-Agent Jay Telley überredet sie zu einer lebensgefährlichen Mission, und zu spät erkennt Kay Scarpetta, dass sie selbst im Fadenkreuz des Mörders steht.
Patricia Cornwell
Patricia Cornwell is a bestselling American author known for her crime fiction novels, particularly the Kay Scarpetta series. Her works are characterized by meticulous research, detailed forensic details, and complex characters. Cornwell's contributions to the crime genre have helped redefine the genre by incorporating cutting-edge forensic science into her storytelling. Her most famous work is "Postmortem," which introduced readers to the forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta. Cornwell's works have had a significant impact on the crime genre, inspiring other authors to delve deeper into forensic science and create more realistic and compelling crime fiction novels.