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Body Double
Author: Tess Gerritsen

Book Information
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Book Type: Paperback
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ISBN-13: 9780345458940 - ISBN-10: 034545894X
Publication Date: 7/26/2005
Pages: 391


Other Versions of this Book: Hardcover, Hardcover, Audio CD (Abridged), Audio Cassette (Abridged), Audio Cassette, Audio CD

Book Description:
Boston medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles is shocked to discover that the murdered woman looks exactly like her. For Maura, an only child, a DNA test confirms the startling fact: the mysterious doppelganger is in fact her twin sister. Now an already bizarre homicide investigation becomes a disturbing excursion into a past full of dark secrets and twisted truths. It is a journey that leads Maura to the mother she never knew - an icy and cunning woman who gave Maura life ... and who just might have a plan to take it away.

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The Surgeon (Jane Rizzoli and Maura Isles, Bk 1)The Apprentice (Jane Rizzoli & Maura Isles, Bk 2)The Sinner (Jane Rizzoli & Maura Isles, Bk 3)Trace  (Kay Scarpetta, Bk 13)The Society


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Top Member Book Reviews

Leigh P. (Leigh) wrote on 8/30/2006...

7 member(s) found this review helpful.

Not as compelling as other books Ms. Gerritsen has written, this gruesome story nonetheless moves fast and draws you in with revelation after stunning revelation. Eerie in parts, downright scary in others. Definitely a page-turner.

Michelle M. wrote on 3/9/2007...

5 member(s) found this review helpful.

I am an avid reader. Especially of mystery/suspense books. This book was one of the best ones I have read in a while and I read a LOT of books.I have also passed this around to a couple of friends who enjoyed it as well. You won't be disapointed!

Alana K. (bookqueen) wrote on 12/29/2006...

5 member(s) found this review helpful.

This book has some twists and turns though, the story overall is a wonderful and fast paced. Just when you think you have read it all here comes the fast pitch out of left field with another blow to the story. It will take your breath and make you wish that you could fast forward to the end for it will put you on the edge of your seat.

Liz B. wrote on 3/1/2007...

4 member(s) found this review helpful.

Great Book! I couldn't put it down, if you are into the series, you must read it, if you haven't started the series, you will not be lost.

Phyllis T. (schatze) - CT wrote on 3/19/2007...

3 member(s) found this review helpful.

Another exciting mystery by my new favorite author. The medical details are very much like Patrica Cornwell's books about Kay Scarpetta. Kept me up long into the night!

Teresa S. wrote on 9/14/2007...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

this is a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat,keeping you guessing to who did it.

Jacqueline C. (spoiled) wrote on 4/27/2007...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

Dr. Maura Isles is shocked to discover that the murdered woman looks exactly like her. As a only child, a DNA test confirms the fact that the victim is her twin.

Michelle B. (iggybrown) wrote on 9/1/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Wow! This is #4 in the Jane Rizzoli series, and it is my favorite so far! All were very good but this one was EXCELLENT!!

Valesca L. (FitMommyOf2) wrote on 8/29/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Awesome book! Love all of them, this surely wasn't the last!

Cindy B. (cinithea) wrote on 8/12/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Well written thriller. Great use of suspense and characters. Dialogue and descriptions were well done.


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Betty B. (Bamaw) wrote on 4/24/2009...


Thought this book was great.

Barbara S. (tioga) wrote on 12/9/2008...


An interesting plot written by a pro.

Cathy S. (katy0118) wrote on 11/13/2008...


did not enjoy.

Melissa F. wrote on 6/15/2008...


If you like Patricia Cromwell's character Dr. Kay Scarpetta, you will like Tess Gerritsen's character Dr.Maura Isles. I was very impressed by this author. The story line had many twists and turns and keeps you guessing until the end.

Janis R. (JARSolon) wrote on 1/3/2008...


This was a very accurate book from a medical standpoint. Before reading her bio I knew she had to have had prior medical training. Some readers may get a little bogged down, but many will just pick up a thing or two....interesting tidbit here and there.
Plot thought out, and I didn't feel it was a dry read. I feel it's helpful when feedback includes this::

According to her website the order for Rizzoli/Isles is:

The Surgeon
The Apprentice
The Sinner
Body Double
Vanish
Mephisto Club

Glenda D. (ggid) wrote on 7/25/2007...


Boston medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles is shocked to discover that the murdered woman looks exactly like her. For Maura, an only child, a DNA test confirms the startling fact: the mysterious doppelganger is in fact her twin sister. Now an already bizarre homicide investigation becomes a disturbing excursion into a past full of dark secrets and twisted truths. It is a journey that leads Maura to the mother she never knew--an icy and cunning woman who gave Maura life...and who just might have a plan to take it away

Karen B. (skyfeather) wrote on 5/1/2007...


Boston medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles is shocked to discover that the murdered woman looks exactly like her. For Maura, an only child, a DNA test confirms the startling fact: the mysterious doppelganger is in fact her twin sister. Now an already bizarre homicide investigation becomes a disturbing excursion into a past full of dark secrets and twisted truths. It is a journey that leads Maura to the mother she never knew-an icy and cunning woman who gave Maura life..and who just might have a plan to take it away.

Susan G. (MamaG1223) wrote on 4/9/2007...


Chilling suspence.... lots of twists in this great book.....

Cindy H. (catnip38) wrote on 4/7/2007...


Boston medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles is shocked to discover that the murdered woman looks exactly like her. Maura, an only child, finds out the DNA test confirms the startling fact; the mysterious doppelganger is in fact her twin sister. Now the investigation becomes a disturbing excursion into a past full of dark secrets and twisted truths.

Sandra B. (Springer) wrote on 3/6/2007...


Boston medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles is shocked to discover that the murdered woman looks exactly like her. For Maura, an only child, a DNA test confirms the startling fact: the mysterious woman is in fact her twin sister. Now an already bizarre homicide investigation becomes a disturbing excursion into a past full of dark secrets. It is a journey that leads Maura to the mother she never knew ... an icy & cunning woman who gave Maura life ...& who just might have a plan to take it away.


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