Point of Origin (Unabridged)

Patricia Cornwell; Kate Reading (Narrator)

ISBN 10: 0375403531 ISBN 13: 9780375403538

Publisher: Random House Audio, 1998

Synopsis

8 cassettes / approx. 11 hours
Unabridged

"Cornwell proves yet again that she's one of America's most gifted and compelling writers.  The mistress of psychological thrillers has dished up one of her scariest, darkest, most diabolical stories yet." --Booklist

Kay Scarpetta is back

From New York Times #1 bestselling author of Unnatural Exposure and Cause of Death comes a white-hot new Kay Scarpetta novel that pits Virginia's chief medical examiner against an audacious and wily killer who uses fire to mask his crimes.  And when Scarpetta learns that her old nemesis, Carrie Grethen, is somehow involved, the investigation gets personal and tragedy strikes closer to home.

In Point of Origin, America's leading crime writer combines literary talent and style with a fierce commitment to justice in this thrilling and complex novel.  Point of Origin will stand out as one of Cornwell's best, a gripping story that transcends the genre to examine the dark side of the human soul.

About this title

About the Author

Patricia Cornwell is the Gold Dagger - and Edgar - winning author whose international bestsellers include Unnatural Exposure, Cause of Death, Cruel and Unusual, All That Remains, Body of Evidence, and Postmortem.  She divides her time between Richmond, Virginia, and New York.

About the Reader
Kate Reading is an accomplished member of a London theatrical family.  She has previously read the unabridged Audio editions of Cause of Death and Unnatural Exposure, both from Random House AudioBooks.

"Kate Reading does a wonderful job portraying Scarpetta." -- AudioFile

From the Inside Flap

/ approx. 11 hours
Unabridged

"Cornwell proves yet again that she's one of America's most gifted and compelling writers. The mistress of psychological thrillers has dished up one of her scariest, darkest, most diabolical stories yet." --Booklist

Kay Scarpetta is back

From New York Times #1 bestselling author of Unnatural Exposure and Cause of Death comes a white-hot new Kay Scarpetta novel that pits Virginia's chief medical examiner against an audacious and wily killer who uses fire to mask his crimes. And when Scarpetta learns that her old nemesis, Carrie Grethen, is somehow involved, the investigation gets personal and tragedy strikes closer to home.

In Point of Origin, America's leading crime writer combines literary talent and style with a fierce commitment to justice in this thrilling and complex novel. <

Reviews

Dr. Kay Scarpetta is clearly back in her most unpredictable and haunting investigation yet. Cornwell (Unnatural Exposure, Audio Reviews, LJ 10/15/97) masterfully intertwines past and present concerns and fears in this wholly entertaining mystery. The present murder/arson cases pull Scarpetta through introspection, self-reflection, and self-doubt, allowing both her and her fans to recall past battles and their intrigues. At times the novel is vividly gruesome, challenging reader Kate Reading to balance the narrative between clinical calm and personal terror. The surprises Cornwell plants throughout the story offer a demanding pace. The production does not employ the usual indicators to announce the breaks or beginnings of each tape so this version may cause problems for some listeners, especially the visually impaired. Highly recommended for adult audiences.?Joyce Kessel, Villa Maria Coll., Buffalo, NY
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

The past comes back to haunt Medical Examiner Kay Scarpetta. As she investigates the death of a woman who was killed in a mysterious fire, Scarpetta must also worry about her former adversary, the psychopathic Carrie Grethen, who has vowed revenge against Scarpetta and company. Kate Reading gives a truly emotional and gut-wrenching performance. Having portayed Scarpetta three times now, Reading knows the character and becomes her. She draws the listener into the story, enabling us to feel Scarpetta's pain and distress as she faces the most tragic moment of her life. Although the mood of the story is dark, Reading's multi-dimensional performance also captures some lighter moments between major characters Scarpetta and Marino. This is a don't-miss episode for Scarpetta fans. With Reading at the helm, listeners won't be disappointed. M.H.S. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Edition details

• Publisher: Random House Audio
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0375403531
• ISBN 13: 9780375403538
• Binding: Audio Cassette