Now, devoted fans can delve into her life and work with this definitive guide. The Complete Patricia Cornwell Companion features:
Book-by-book synopses with excerpts and little-known facts
An examination of Cornwell's life, writing accomplishments, and forensic expertise
Character portraits of both good guys and bad guys-from Kay Scarpetta, Pete Marino, and Andy Brazil to the cold-hearted killers
A handy in-depth chronology of all her novels
The many connections between the author's life history and her fascinating fiction
A comprehensive list of settings-from Tangier Island to Paris
Forensic detection "shop talk" and procedures