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The Sinner: A Rizzoli & Isles Novel Audiobook
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Surgeon and The Apprentice comes a chilling new novel of suspense featuring Boston medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles, on the deadly trail of an anonymous madman who’s committed an unholy crime. Not even the icy temperatures of a typical New England winter can match the bone-chilling scene of carnage discovered in the early morning hours at the chapel of Our Lady of Divine Light. Within the sanctuary walls of the cloistered convent, now stained with blood, lie two nuns—one dead, one critically injured—victims of an unspeakably savage attacker. The brutal crime appears to be without motive, and the elderly nuns in residence can offer little help in the police investigation. But medical examiner Maura Isles’s autopsy of the dead woman yields a shocking surprise: Twenty-year-old Sister Camille, the order’s sole novice, gave birth before she was murdered. Then the disturbing case takes a stunning new turn when another woman is found murdered in an abandoned building, her body mutilated beyond recognition. Together, Isles and homicide detective Jane Rizzoli uncover an ancient horror that connects these terrible slaughters. As long-buried secrets come to light, Maura Isles finds herself drawn inexorably toward the heart of an investigation that strikes closer and closer to home—and toward a dawning revelation about the killer’s identity too shattering to consider. As spine-tingling as it is mind-jolting, The Sinner showcases Tess Gerritsen in peak form—bringing her intimate knowledge of the dark depths of criminal investigation brilliantly to bear. Beneath its layers of startling insight into the souls of its characters, and the richly wrought depiction of the everyday war between good and evil, beats the unstoppable heart of an irresistible thriller. PRAISE FOR TESS GERRITSEN The Surgeon “A briskly paced, terrifically suspenseful work that steadily builds toward a tense and terrifying climax.” —People (Page-Turner of the week) “Creepy . . . [The Surgeon] will exert a powerful grip on readers.” —Chicago Tribune “Grabbed me by the throat and didn’t let go.” —TAMI HOAG The Apprentice “Skillful and scary.” —The Washington Post Book World “An adrenaline rush from start to finish.” —IRIS JOHANSEN “Masterful . . . Gerritsen moves into the Thomas Harris class, though with a style all her own.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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"Finally, we are getting to "know" the Rizzoli and Isles we've "known" on TV. The first two books didn't even involve Isles. And although their personal lives are different in the books from the show, we are starting to develop the relationship between the two main characters that I love on the TV show. Can't wait for the next book to come from the library!"
— Ty (5 out of 5 stars)
The Sinner Listener Reviews
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" This book has several twists and turns. It is well worth it! "
— Sarah, 5/22/2020 -
" I'm really enjoying the Rizzoli/Isles series "
— Christine, 2/4/2014 -
" I'm loving Tess Gerritsen even though I normally don't read anything with even a hint of gore. She is so skillful at making the reader care about her characters, that I would probably follow her just about anywhere. This story, in particular, was fantastic thanks to the way she weaves external conflicts to internal conflicts. Just a great read. "
— Sally, 2/2/2014 -
" Was good but was able to figure out the whole story line within the first few chapters. "
— Helen, 1/16/2014 -
" They get better with each book. "
— Edward, 1/14/2014 -
" another great one! the rizzola saga continues. "
— Jody, 1/6/2014 -
" I listen to this series more for the characters than the plot but in this entry I found the plot very compelling and was pleased that Dr. Isles took center stage. I listened to the audio version read by Anna Fields. "
— Sandi, 11/26/2013 -
" Another great Rizzoli novel. I can't stop reading Tess Gerritsen "
— Jillian, 10/30/2013 -
" Enjoyed it, best book in the series so far. "
— Marlu, 10/29/2013 -
" Another battle between good and evil. As another monster appear; detective Jane Rozzile and Dr. Maura raises to meet this challenge in order to protect the world we live in "
— Nguyen, 10/24/2013 -
" Tess Gerritsen writes the Rizzoli and Isles books. They are easy mysteries to read and somewhat fun. "
— Barbara, 10/18/2013 -
" Frightening enough that I dreamed about it last night, which is rare. The characters are well-drawn and it was good to learn more about Det. Rizzoli and Dr. Isles. "
— Kim, 9/12/2013 -
" Really good! Totally didn't see where the plot was going. "
— Traci, 9/11/2013 -
" This is the third, and IMHO the best Tess Gerritsen I've read. "
— Ulla, 8/12/2013 -
" murder for now...since James Patterson made me wail like a baby with Sam' Letters to Jennifer... "
— Ayen, 8/11/2012 -
" Yet another good book by this author! I got hooked on this author before I ever read any books with the characters of Isles and Rizzoli. "
— Jill, 5/6/2012 -
" Tess Gerritsen won me over with this book. I loved the story line and how much the characters developed. "
— Shelby, 4/1/2012 -
" These books are suspenseful as hell. "
— Jennifer, 2/4/2012 -
" Great book. I love the Rizolli character. She is a no nonsense detective and tough. "
— Pat, 2/3/2012 -
" The relationship between the detective and the doctor really takes shape here. Its also a huge departure from the TV series. I love Gerritsen's style and have the next book teed up for the near future. "
— Rugg, 11/21/2011 -
" The characters are really starting to come together! Their personal lives are so different than the Rizzoli & Isles series. "
— Joyce, 10/17/2011 -
" Very glad I read these in sequence as the series builds quite nicely with lots of twists and turns. I'd been through a real drought in reading prior to this and this series really kick-started me back into the reading habit. "
— Vivienne, 9/28/2011 -
" I got sucked into finishing this book tonight! I think it was my favorite of the series so far! "
— Holly, 8/21/2011 -
" I always enjoy Gerritsen's books. Quick, easy, entertaining reads. "
— Whitney, 6/24/2011 -
" Pg 268 & 269 says it all! Jane confronts the bad guy who is in a wheel chair after a stroke. She leans forward and whispers in his ear what she really thinks of him and he can't respond due to the stroke. One on the best scenes ever featuring Jane. Creepy. Fantastic writing! "
— Wynn, 6/21/2011 -
" It was the first book that I read by her and it is still among the best! "
— Elaine, 6/9/2011 -
" This is a great series and the TV show is just as good. "
— Kimberly, 5/11/2011 -
" This was my first book by Tess Gerritsen and i love it. Interesting charakters, great story, good written. I look forward to read more of her books. "
— Juli, 5/9/2011 -
" Not as good as the first two, but still had twists and turns, and moments so totally Jane. It was nice to learn more about Maura. "
— Jenn, 5/8/2011 -
" Totally not something I usually pick up-- I got this at our last Book Swap, and actually really enjoyed it! "
— Dena, 5/3/2011 -
" Loved this book, one of her best. "
— Lisa, 4/16/2011 -
" Murders at a nunnery! Interesting twisis and turns make this who done it very good reading. "
— Marge, 3/31/2011 -
" Read this in 3 days. Loved it. Didn't think I'd like to read about "Medical Examiner" investigations, but couldn't put it down once I started. Going to read her book "Body Double" "
— Gloria, 3/28/2011 -
" Rizzoli is a little bit more sympathetic character in this book. Anxious to find out what the future holds for both her and Maura. "
— Ginny, 3/26/2011 -
" So far, so good. Easy to read and engaging subject matter. "
— Tanu, 3/6/2011 -
" good read. a deeper mystery with all the personal loves and lives. "
— Joann, 3/3/2011 -
" time to get going a little more on this series "
— Rachelle, 3/1/2011 -
" I get annoyed when strong women act stupid w.r.t. men. (Which is not to say I never have, but still....) "
— Barbara, 2/27/2011
About Tess Gerritsen
Tess Gerritsen, a former phyisican, is the internationally bestselling author of Harvest, Life Support, The Silent Girl, and The Surgeon, a work for which she won the RITA Award and the Nero Award. She also wrote a screenplay, Adrift, which was made into a movie for television in 1993. Her series of novels featuring homicide detective Jane Rizzoli and medical examiner Maura Isles is the inspiration for the TNT television series Rizzoli & Isles. Gerritsen currently lives in Maine.
About Anna Fields
Kate Fleming (a.k.a. Anna Fields) (1965–2006), winner of more than a dozen Earphones Awards and the prestigious Audie Award in 2004, was one of the most respected narrators in the industry. Trained at the Actors Theatre of Louisville, she was also a director, producer, and technician at her own studio, Cedar House Audio.