Mortal Prey

By: John Sandford

Narrated by: Richard Ferrone

Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

Minnesota Book Award winner

Years ago, Lucas Davenport almost died at the hands of Clara Rinker, a pleasant, soft-spoken, low-key Southerner, and the best hitwoman in the business. Now retired and living in Mexico, she nearly dies herself when a sniper kills her boyfriend, the son of a local druglord, and while the boy's father vows vengeance, Rinker knows something he doesn't: The boy wasn't the target, she was, and now she is going to have to disappear to find the killer herself.

The FBI and DEA draft Davenport to help track her down, and with his fiance deep in wedding preparations, he's really just as happy to go, but he has no idea what he's getting into. For Rinker is as unpredictable as ever, and between her, her old bosses in the St. Louis mob, the Mexican druglord, and the combined, sometimes warring, forces of U.S. law enforcement, this is one case that will get more dangerous as it goes along. And when the crossfire comes, anyone standing in the middle won't stand a chance.

Filled with the rich characterization and exceptional drama that are his hallmarks, Mortal Prey proves that John Sandford just keeps getting better.

Hear Lucas Davenport on the case in more of John Sandford's Prey novels.

©2002 John Sandford (P)2002 Putnam Berkley Audio, a member of Penguin Putnam, Inc., and Recorded Books, LLC

Critic reviews

"With lyrical Southern accents and charm, Eric Conger transports the listener to the Deep South as he dramatizes Sandford's latest suspense-filled thriller." (AudioFile)

“Vivid cast, bristling action, neat surprises - and it’s funny. Probably the cop novel of the year.” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review)

“Sandford’s eye for the tell-all character quirk remains finely tuned, as does his deadpan humor, rivaled by few in the crime-drama ranks.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

Clara was Worthy of Lucas

one of the best prey books yet hate to see Clara go though she was a worthy adversary.

the return of the assassin

good performance and story. Well done plot and story arc. keeps you guessing until the end.

My second favorite book in the series

if you are reading these books in order, you know this is the second book with Clara. If you haven't read Certain Prey, I would recommend reading that one before this one. I love this series, Certain and Mortal being especially good

Great Story. Awesome Narration.

Richard Ferrone IS Lucas Davenport. He is an amazing narrator ... voice characterizations, pauses to create anticipation. Together, author & narrator, help you to be able to visualize the story scenes. Loved it, as always!!

One of the best in the series!

It’s worth noting that you must read the Prey series in order to really understand what is happening in this book and why the plot is so significant. I have to admit this is by far one of my favorite books in the series. The action was gripping and the John Sandford weaved for us another incredible tale with unpredictable twists and turns. Richard Ferrone, as always, was wonderful as a narrator! A must-read!

Mortal Prey moves

Most scenes, actions, interactions, and characters were necessary and integral to this very good action story... in fact an excellent story.

A rich read!

The character development of Rinker really hooked me. I’m glad Sanford helped me not like her more by the time the story was done. Hard journey for Lucas.

Never gets old

I've read this book many times, and it never gets old. Clara Rinker is one of my favorite fictional characters. It's always a little sad to say goodbye to her.

Another great one!

Great plot! I admit, I'm addicted to this series. Am impressed how Mr. Sandford comes up with one interesting story after another. I agree, that Richard Ferrone "ownes" this series! Every book, great narration. On to the next one.

Great suspense!

This has been a great listen! GREAT ENDING TOO! Really enjoyed the replay of a character that was complicated & interesting. May re-listen to this one!