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    Storm Prey

    Written by John Sandford

    Narrated by Richard Ferrone

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    The brilliant new Lucas Davenport thriller from the #1 New York Times best-selling author.

    "Sandford's track record as a best-selling author is amazing, but it's not an accident," wrote Booklist of Wicked Prey. "His plotting is sharp, his villains are extraordinarily layered, and his good guys are always evolving.

    And this time, there's a storm brewing...Very early, 4:45, on a bitterly cold Minnesota morning, three big men burst through the door of a hospital pharmacy, duct-tape the hands, feet, mouth, and eyes of two pharmacy workers, and clean the place out. But then things swiftly go bad, one of the workers dies, and the robbers hustle out to their truck-and find themselves for just one second face-to-face with a blond woman in the garage: Weather Karkinnen, surgeon, wife of an investigator named Lucas Davenport.

    Did she see enough? Can she identify them? Gnawing it over later, it seems to them there is only one thing they can do: Find out who she is, and eliminate the only possible witness...
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Random House Audio
    Release dateMay 18, 2010
    ISBN9781101154991
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    Storm Prey
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    John Sandford

    John Sandford is the pseudonym for the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist John Camp. He is the author of thirty-three Prey novels, two Letty Davenport novels, four Kidd novels, twelve Virgil Flowers novels, three YA novels co-authored with his wife, Michele Cook, and five stand-alone books.

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    • 4/5
      Synopsis: Very early, 4:45 on a bitterly cold Minnesota morning, three big men burst through the door of a hospital pharmacy, duct-tape the hands, feet, mouth and eyes of two pharmacy workers, and clean the place out. But then things swiftly go bad, one of the workers dies, and the robbers hustle out to their truck — and find themselves for just one second face to face with a blond woman who's driven into the garage.Weather Karkinnen, surgeon, wife of an investigator named Lucas Davenport.Did she see enough? Can she identify them? Gnawing it over later, it seems to them there is only one thing they can do: Find out who she is, and eliminate the only possible witness....(John Sandford site)Review: This one had me wondering if Davenport was going to lose another wife.
    • 5/5
      A gang of bumbling bikers have robbed the hospital's pharmacy - accidentally killing the pharmacist while doing so - at the direction of a drug-addled hospital insider. Lucas Davenport and his crew are drawn into the investigation, and Lucas has a personal stake in the outcome as his physician wife Weather works at the hospital, and may be a witness able to identify at least one of the perps.

      The story rocks along in an engaging manner, involving the reader not only in the crime that Lucas is on course to solve, but also in the fates of a pair of twins conjoined at the head at birth whom Lucas's wife Weather is trying to surgically separate.

      The two plot lines progress in tandem, and are great counterpoints to each other. We also see the protagonist of one of Sanford's other series - Virgil Flowers - involved in this story in a peripheral role, yet another fun element.

      I would be very surprised if any lover of the work of Lee Child or Harlan Coben, (which I am), wouldn't enjoy John Sandford's work.
    • 3/5
      quite a good read
    • 3/5
      The last few Lucas Davenport novels by Sandford have not been very good but this one was good. This is the 20th in the series. I think you can pick op anyone of them a read it without knowing the back story. If you like this one, you'll probably like them all.
    • 4/5
      I like all of John Sanfords books- will continue reading series
    • 4/5
      During John Sandford's "Storm Prey" four men rob a hospital pharmacy. When one of the employees tries to call for help, one of the robbers kicks him so hard, the older man dies of complications.The robbers also had an inside man who let them into the hospital. Later, we learn about him and his dependency on drugs that caused him to be part of the robbers' scheme.Lucas Davenport's wife, Weather Karkinnen. is a plastic surgeon at the hospital. She's involved in a major surgical procedure where many of the hospital staff are working together to separate two little girls joined at the head. As Weather came to work on the day of the robbery, she got a good view of the driver of the get away car.Much of the remainder of this engrossing novel deals with the robbers having a fallout between themselves and attempting to eliminate anyone who could identify them.They aren't killers so they hire a crazed young killer from California. When the shooter, Cappy, attempts to shoot Weather on her way home from work, we are thrilled by her observing the would be assassin and turning the table on him. She's a true cop's wife and alert to circumstances that get in her way.The reader gets an immediate sense of drama that the author is noted for in his wonderful series involving the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, Lucas Davenport and his leading detective, Virgil Flowers.The story moves swiftly - so much so that I kept putting off my dinner so I could read the next exciting segment.It is interesting to watch Lucas, Virgil and various police departments join in the search. The compulsive story continues chapter by chapter until its exciting climax.
    • 3/5
      Well...a mixed reaction. Although I am not surprised after having read a few of the earlier reviews. Shheesh I have to avoid doing that from now on. Anyway here is my take. I'd agree with those who are fed up with Weather (and perhaps even THE weather)She is a useless drain an anti climatic antihero. the combined arrogance of all the characters also grates upon my nerves. Lucas Davenport being the biggest of them all. Too smug, too sure, too...TOO. I'm pleased I've read most of his novels but they have become increasingly tedious. The plot of this particular story was interesting and I felt it held the attention span and was fast paced enough to keep one turning the pages. The let down, mentioned by others was the shallow depth of the villains. The were rather subhuman in intelligence and presented no real challenges. Just once it might be nice to see some loose ends or a surprise ending. I know everyone likes a happy ending, but I would not have been overly sad to see Weather or the overly slick lady's man, Virgil Flowers, get blown away just to add a little twist of wowism to an otherwise dreary plot. I know I said tat it was an interesting read and it was, it just lacked the sparkle of yore that I had been used to. Finally, Lucas Davenport the big boss, the big guy and the big mouth, does not cut it for me any longer. I need a realistic hero, one who screws up, makes mistakes and does not run around in hand stitched Italian footwear.
    • 5/5
      Engaging page turning. Weather, (a surgeon) is involved in a team effort to separate conjoined twins. Because of what she saw on thefirst morning, that would allow her to identify some criminals, she is doing this as criminals are trying to identify and kill her.

      Sandford's plots and the stupid escalation of the bad guys in the midst of Minnesota winter kept me glued to the pages and up entirely too late. I usually don't like too much of the bad guys' POV, but Sandford makes it work.

      A purist might wonder at the number of villians who target our protaganists but as a fan I really don't care. It's also nice to read about characters who are happily married and have their lives and careers.

      Really annoyed that I stupidly advance purchased it in ePub though.
    • 3/5
      This book wasn't bad for a crime thriller, but it's not really my type of book.
    • 4/5
      Typical Lucus Davenport mystery, but entertaining Book on CD
    • 5/5
      An early morning operation to separate conjoined twins puts Weather in the line of fire when she witnesses the get-away of three big men after they steal a million or so in drugs from the hospital pharmacy. Panicking thieves, a cold-blooded wanna-be hitman and a coke-addict with delusions of grandeur... it's a complicated plot, but Davenport's in fine form.Sanford just gets better and better.
    • 4/5
      Lucas Davenport is pulled into a investigation that involves drugs, gangs, kidnapping, and murder. What makes it worse is that his wife Weather may have seen the people involved and they for sure saw her! Can he find them before they come after his family?
    • 4/5
      Fast-paced and typical of Sandbord....Four individuals have robbed Weather's hospital's pharmacy and Weather accidentally stumbled upon the men fleeing. Now, people are dying as the participants try to cover their tracks. There's an insider in the hospital who's keeping an eye on Weather with Lucas hot on his trail.
    • 3/5
      Storm Prey. John Sandford. 2010. I have missed several “Prey” books and enjoyed this one. Lucas Davenport’s wife who is a surgeon, notices a car driving out of the hospital parking deck and later realizes she’s seen the men who robbed the hospital pharmacy. The robber’s also learn they have been seen. Lucas calls in Virgil to protect Weather while he and works on catching the robbers. Predictable, but comfortable.
    • 5/5
      Five stars go to John Sandford for novels constructed with the precision of Stravinsky. The quality is always good, and I will not blame for anything somebody who makes a living of writing and lives in Minnesota. I wish however that the bad guys sometimes finish on trial rather than be killed by police. Two things I like: 1. there is always a small thing to learn, because the author has a curious mind: somewhere in each book is something that I did not know before; 2. heroes and people evolve in each book, so it is worth reading them in order. You got a choice between two main series, The Prey series (Prey is in every title, starting with Rules of Prey) and the Kidd series (starting with The Fool's Run)Storm Prey is one of the best. Detective Davenport's wife has seen a criminal and her life is in danger. Will Davenport kill the guilty man viciously at the end? You go to read the book, then you will know.
    • 4/5
      20. Twenty. Over two decades. That’s what where we stand in John Sandford’s Lucas Davenport police procedural series.Since number 20, Storm Prey, represents a numerical milestone in the series, if nothing else, I guess I had hoped for something a little special. Although Sandford is one of the best in the business at dialog, action sequences, and generally sound plotting, in recent years several of his novels have shown signs of rushing and short-cuts, with familiar tricks and turns of phrase used over and over, to diminished effect. Unfortunately, it’s the same story here. All of Sandford’s undeniable strengths are on display – Storm Prey is fast-moving, never dull, and overall just fun to read – but it’s quickly forgettable. What’s the main problem this time? Another Sandford skill is his drawing of fascinating, sometimes compelling villains. Unfortunately, our malefactors here are a boring bunch of good ol’ boys who come up just short of stereotypes. They do throw in with a Lebanese doctor, who’s got a bit more brio, but it’s not enough to lift this caper into excellence.Recommended, but you’d do far better with many other Prey novels if you’re new to Sandford’s work.
    • 4/5
      liked it; the story jumped around between a few plots that seemed not very connected except in pieces, but it was fine
    • 5/5
      John Sandford is an incredibly consistent writer. Like all of his Lucas Davenport mysteries set in the Twin Cities, this one features both a gripping plot and absolutely captivating characters.
    • 5/5
      Another winner from Sandford from his most popular series, about Minnesota detective Lucas Davenport, now the legendary head of the state's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. This is number 20 in the series, and for a newbie, I'd suggest starting at the beginning, both to get familiar with the characters' histories and to enjoy the ride. Virgil Flowers, a character with his own series now, is a highly visible here, too. My only complaints are that there's a bit too much from the criminals point of view, although that feeds into the excitement as the book goes along, and the detail about the separation of Siamese twins is way too graphic. Still, superb suspense.
    • 4/5
      dr and dumb thieves rob pharmacy at hospital- several murders follow as Lucas Davenport tries to solve it
    • 5/5
      The Lucas Davenport series, although standalone novels, have been steadily evolving over the last decade. Gone are the straightforward serial killer books, here to stay are the wider scoped stories featuring the deadpan colleagues of the BCA, their colleagues, their affiliates and Lucas' family. Never more have these crime books seemed like a TV series or been as much fun to read. Storm Prey has no central protagonist, although Lucas, as expected, shares most of the heroic scenes, and the split between Lucas, Weather and the bad guys is fairly equal. When a robbery at Weather's hospital escalates there is no predicting the direction this twisting roller-coaster will turn. As the the fever increases the book becomes a real joy to read, possibly due to the interesting human interest angle that is intrinsic to the plot. Pure Davenport this is not and it's the group dynamic that produces a fresh and gripping read right until the end. Recommended indeed.
    • 4/5
      Lucas Davenport is still as cool and well dressed 20 cases later even now as a husband and father. Love the descriptions of the "Twin Cities" and norther Minnesota. Makes me wonder if each police force has such a smart, sexy, intuitive cop on it's force?
    • 4/5
      Another good one. Strange that this series hasn't gotten stale. Yeah sure, we've had some bumps and Davenport has been domesticated, but the stories are still compelling. I really like the way Sandford handles both aspects of the crime; the criminals' point of view and the cops'. Both play off each other in ways that build suspense despite knowing what both sides are doing. Very deft.
    • 4/5
      I must admit my enthusiasm for these books have waned a bit since first discovering Lucas Davenport 20 years ago. I preferred Davenport to be dark and brooding and over the years he's become middle aged and settled. Despite that, somehow this book was strangely satisfying. The crooks are far from sensational. The action not entirely riveting. However the writing was exceptional and once again I felt like I was visiting old friends. If you're thinking of jumping in on this series I'd start with "Rules of the Prey". If you've read these before, don't miss this one.
    • 4/5
      Four men rob a hospital pharmacy of a large quantity of drugs. During the robbery a man is killed. While the men are getting away they are een by a woman named Weather Karkkinen. She is a surgeon and the wife of Lucas Davenport a skilled investigator and a man who can be quite savage in protecting his family.The aftermath of the robbery becomes bloodier and bloodier as suspicion and greed tear the gang apart. In the meantime, the police are rushing to find the men and protect Davenport's wife, not knowing how close one of the men is to the woman.This book is as well written as is usual with Sandford's thrillers. I recommend the book.
    • 4/5
      I enjoyed this entry in the Lucas Davenport series, as I have most of Sandford's recent books. I stopped reading them for awhile because Lucas was too violent and over the top for me, but he has mellowed with age, marriage, and fatherhood. The police work in the series seems believable to me because they don't figure everything out immediately, and often solve the whole thing because of a small discovery that seems unimportant at first. In this book, Lucas' wife witnesses robbers leaving the hospital parking ramp after robbing the pharmacy. When it becomes obvious that someone is killing the robbers and anyone who might know anything about the robbery, Lucas brings in his crew to guard Weather. The relationships among the squad of detectives are part of the appeal of the series.
    • 4/5
      This is the twentieth in Sanford's Prey series, featuring Detective Lucas Davenport. This time there has been a robbery and a murder at the hospital pharmacy where Lucas's wife, Weather, is a surgeon. On her way in to work, Weather sees the driver of the van carrying the men that robbed the pharmacy. Now Weather may be a target.I still love the Prey novels even after all these years. I think it is because Lucas continues to evolve while remaining true to the original character.Things you need to know:1- these books don't have to be read in order but to read the first few and then the last few may leave you with a lot of questions. But you can pick up this one and not be lost at all.2- Some Prey novels show you the bad guys right away. This is one of them but it does not detract from the suspense.3- My favorite Sanford novels are Winter Prey and Certain Prey. Okay, you didn't need to know that but I thought I would throw it in.4- Reading a Sanford novel makes you want to read his other work. In my case it makes me want to re-read, something I don't have time for right now, with my massive tbr pile.5- His Kidd and his Virgil Flowers series are also very good my rating 3.5/5, great for police suspense novel lovers
    • 4/5
      John Sandford does it again. The Prey series has never let me down. This time Weather happens to drive past some thieves as they leave the hospital having robbed the pharmacy, putting her in danger. There are many leads that take Davenport and Co in the wrong direction. Meanwhile Weather is involved in a dangerous surgery to separate conjoined twins. Both the crime and the medical drama are well done. Couldn't put it down!
    • 4/5
      I finally finished this book last night, late. Reading it is all I've been doing since I started on it Friday night. It has ruined my sleep. I missed most of the US Open coverage on Sunday and pretty much neglected my family duties in order to see this book through to the end. I did get the lawn mowed last night though.Its got motorcycle gangs, red necks, skinheads, psychopaths, cocaine addicted doctors, complicated craniatamies, pistols, gunshots, hand grenades, double crosses, double double crosses, and a string of innocent and not so innocent victims scattered across Minnesota and several detectives who just can't seem to get ahead of the game until the very end. Its a testament to the losers among us who can create so much chaos for so little gain.This book is great. I give it four stars out of four. I got a free copy from the library. The Kindle version is priced too high at $12.99
    • 3/5
      I am stupidly dedicated to the Prey series and I will probably always love me some Lucas Davenport. And Virgil Flowers. But I've been wondering: what happened?? Why is the Prey series now a run of the mill mystery?Lucas is incredibly intelligent, shrewd and will kill you if he needs to. He used to go up against some intelligent, shrewd killers in previous books but the last few have been disappointing. He's having to go against some of the dumbest damn people ever. There's no mystery or challenge anymore.The hospital that Weather works at is robbed with the pharmacy wiped clean. Someone dies in the process and everyone is up in arms. The Mack brothers and an inside doc are the criminals and they are all as dumb as bricks. And drug addicts to boot. Fabulous.For a regular ol' mystery, this is good. For a Davenport book (with that Fuckin' Flowers even!!!) it's just not that good. Lucas needs better villians to go up against. No more stupid rednecks.