dust
Dust is the 21st novel in Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta series. In this gripping installment, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, now the chief medical examiner of Massachusetts, is called to investigate the murder of a young woman whose body is found wrapped in a bizarre manner on the campus of MIT.
As Scarpetta delves into the case, she uncovers connections to a series of high-profile murders and realizes that the killer may be targeting her personally. The investigation leads her into a complex web of forensic science, political intrigue, and personal danger.
Throughout the novel, Scarpetta's relationships with her colleagues and loved ones are tested as she races against time to catch a cunning and elusive killer. The story is packed with suspense, twists, and Cornwell's signature forensic details.