Debbie M. (Tafwin) reviewed on 12/17/2005

In this frighteningly suspenseful tale, Detective Tom Moore and his partner Jane Rizzoli try to discover who is playing "surgeon" in Boston, and why. A serial killer strikes, butchering his female victims with a precision that indicates he has expert medical knowledge.

Some years ago in Savannah, GA, a serial killer murdered women in exactly the same way, until his last victim, Dr. Catherine Cordell, who now works in Boston, shot and killed him. As the investigation progresses, Cordell is brought in to help. The Surgeon is a fascinating medical story with a gripping plot and rich, complex characters.

This is one of the few thrillers I've read over the years that I will read again. Aside from the fascinating plot, the characters, especially "The Surgeon" himself, were riveting. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys medical horror/drama.

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