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The Surgeon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Book Brief

Leslie Wolfe

The Surgeon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 2000s

Theme
Conflict

Grief

Memory
Topic
Health
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen follows a skilled Boston-based detective and a trauma surgeon as they track a brutal serial killer who uses surgical precision in their attacks. This gripping medical crime thriller explores complex themes of trauma, resilience, and the hunt for justice.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen delivers a gripping, well-researched medical thriller that has captivated many readers with its chilling plot and strong characterization. However, some critics argue that the graphic descriptions can be overly intense, potentially alienating more sensitive readers. Gerritsen's medical expertise elevates the authenticity of the narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Surgeon?

Fans of Tess Gerritsen's The Surgeon will enjoy a thrilling, suspenseful read with medical and forensic details. Readers captivated by the intense psychological suspense and gritty realism of Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs or Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta series will find this novel intriguing and hard to put down.

Character List

A skilled cardiothoracic surgeon whose professional success is deeply intertwined with her personal sense of identity, facing a moral and personal crisis when her past trauma resurfaces during a critical surgery.

A tenacious assistant state’s attorney known for her courtroom prowess and relentless ambition, embroiled in a personal vendetta that drives her investigation into Dr. Anne Wiley.

An ambitious mayoral candidate and Anne's husband, whose charming public persona conceals a calculating and manipulative nature, entangling him in both political and personal deceit.

A retired surgical nurse who embodies familial support and stability, providing comfort to Anne while holding intimate knowledge of their shared history of trauma.

An arrogant anesthesiologist defined by his overt misogyny and professional jealousy toward Anne, playing a role in escalating the investigation into her conduct.

Cook County State’s Attorney and mentor to Paula, who prioritizes conviction rates over justice, fueling the ambitious drive of his protege.

Anne’s loyal surgical nurse and personal assistant, providing stability and support amidst the tumultuous events surrounding Anne's professional and personal life.

Paula's lead investigator, a former detective initially aligned with her goals, but who becomes increasingly disillusioned by her unethical actions during the investigation.

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 2000s

Theme
Conflict

Grief

Memory
Topic
Health
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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