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I asked copilot for an AI review and that's below. The three series began with the first Prey book in 1989. As of 2025, hereās how John Sandfordās major series break down:
- Prey Series (Lucas Davenport): 35 books, starting with Rules of Prey (1989) and most recently Lethal Prey(2025)
- Virgil Flowers Series: 13 books, beginning with Dark of the Moon (2007) and the latest being Bloody Genius (2019)
- Letty Davenport Series: 4 books, starting with The Investigator (2022) and continuing through to Deep State (2025)
- Review of Lethal Prey by John Sandford
John Sandfordās Lethal Prey is a gripping return to form for fans of the long-running āPreyā series, bringing together the dynamic duo of Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers in a high-stakes cold case thatās anything but cold. The story kicks off with a 20-year-old unsolved murder and a dying sisterās desperate $5 million reward offer, which draws in a swarm of true crime bloggers and amateur sleuths. As Davenport and Flowers sift through the chaos of online theories and real-world danger, Sandford masterfully blends procedural grit with sharp, often hilarious banter between the two leads. The killerās identity is revealed early on, but the tension doesnāt let up as the detectives race to stop a murderer whoās always one step ahead.
What makes Lethal Prey stand out isnāt just the clever plot or the fast-paced actionāitās the chemistry between its protagonists and the way Sandford plays with modern crime-solving culture. The inclusion of internet sleuths adds a fresh twist, and while some readers might find the ending a bit open-ended, it leaves room for reflectionāand maybe a sequel. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the series, this installment delivers a satisfying mix of suspense, humor, and heart.