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Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1)
Hornet's Nest - Andy Brazil, Bk 1
Author: Patricia Cornwell
It's a city of ambition and pride, a city long ago dubbed "the hornet's nest of America." A swarming symbol dominates the badge of the police department that protects it -- the image of a darting, restless fighter: the whirling dervish of a hornet. Like the violence that swirls around Charlotte during a long, hot summer, the ho...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780399142284
ISBN-10: 0399142282
Publication Date: 1/13/1997
Pages: 377
Rating:
  • Currently 3.4/5 Stars.
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3.4 stars, based on 148 ratings
Publisher: Putnam Publishing Group
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 4 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Unfortunately, I have to disagree with the masses. I didn't think this book measured up to the Scarpetta series at all. I've come to expect more from Patricia Cornwell.

The characters didn't seem to have much chemistry -- they spent the entire book acting like children. I just couldn't relate to Andy Brazil at all. The plot seemed to be developing well but it fell apart near the end. I found myself thinking, "huh? that's it? Really?"
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 86 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
I enjoyed this one quite a bit - at first I was missing the usual Kay Scarpetta, but I quickly got into the storyline.
Sandiinmississippi avatar reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 265 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Unreadable. I don't know what's happened to Cornwell, but she just rides her little hobby-horses through this dull thing with characters about 1/2 inch deep.
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 83 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
If you\'re a fan of the Kay Scarpetta series, it\'s hard not to be disappointed going to Hornet\'s Nest. The writing in the beginning of the book hit me strange, almost non-cornwell. There is very strong character development here, and while the overall story is just okay, there are parts that do shine. Enjoyable but I\'d probably steer a friend toward other Cornwell books.
DesertShaman avatar reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 203 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
I'm going to have to agree with a previous reviewer, fans of the Kay Scarpetta series are going to be extremely disappointed. The writing was uneven and the ending, well lets say it left a LOT to be desired. The entire book made me never want to ever visit Charlotte!
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nadinemay avatar reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on
not a scarpetta novel, good but if your expecting kay scarpetta you'll be disappointed
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 27 more book reviews
The book was an easy read. I liked the characters & storyline. The ending was a little weird...it kind of left me hanging. Built characters up for a relationship, then never developed it.
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 52 more book reviews
I have just started this year reading PC books, and for the most part have enjoyed doing so. This is not a Kay Scarpetta book and I believe I have enjoyed those books more so than this one...
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 2 more book reviews
Interesting characters but not her best book.
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 17 more book reviews
There are a number of authors I always look for when I want an excellently crafted story....and Patricia Cornwell is always on that list. She never disappoints!
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 69 more book reviews
enjoyed it
boxtopmom avatar reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 29 more book reviews
For me....this book just didn't measure up to the Kay Scarpetta series. I just couldn't get interested enough.
keycollect avatar reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on
format a little different, but after my reading got in a rhythm i liked it
reviewed Hornet's Nest (Andy Brazil, Bk 1) on + 77 more book reviews
Gripping plot, great characters and ironic humor.

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