As a longtime fan of John Sandford's Prey series, diving into *Lethal Prey* felt like reuniting with old friends—Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers are back, and their chemistry is as sharp as ever. The banter between these two is pure gold, mixing cop humor with the gritty reality of their job. This time, they're tackling a 20-year-old cold case, and the addition of true-crime bloggers adds a fresh, chaotic twist to the investigation.

The plot kicks off with a brutal murder, and Sandford doesn’t shy away from the gruesome details. What I loved most was how the true-crime community became a character itself—enthusiastic, messy, and sometimes hilariously misguided. They even managed to dig up the murder weapon! But their constant social media updates also gave the killer a front-row seat to the investigation, ramping up the tension.

Where the book stumbles is the ending. It’s abrupt—like hitting a wall at full speed. After such a gripping buildup, I expected closure, but instead, I was left flipping pages, wondering if I’d missed something. It’s rare for Sandford to leave readers hanging like this, and it stings because everything else—the pacing, the dialogue, the action—is top-notch.

Despite the letdown of an ending, *Lethal Prey* is still a wild ride. If you’re a fan of crime thrillers with heart-pounding action and unforgettable characters, this one’s worth your time—just brace yourself for that final page.