Savage Run (Joe Pickett, #2)
Savage Run (Joe Pickett, #2)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Wyoming • Contemporary
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Savage Run by C.J. Box features game warden Joe Pickett as he uncovers a deadly conspiracy involving environmental activists and landowners in Wyoming. As Joe delves deeper, he faces dangerous adversaries who will stop at nothing to protect their interests, putting his life and loved ones at risk. The novel blends elements of mystery, thriller, and adventure.
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Review Roundup
C.J. Box's Savage Run delivers a suspenseful and engaging mystery featuring game warden Joe Pickett. Reviewers praise its vivid Wyoming setting and complex characters. However, some find the plot predictable and the environmental message heavy-handed. Overall, it's a solid read for crime and thriller enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Savage Run (Joe Pickett, #2)?
Savage Run by C.J. Box captivates readers who enjoy gripping crime thrillers and are drawn to wilderness adventure tales. Fans of Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer and Craig Johnson’s The Cold Dish will appreciate the blend of suspenseful investigation and rugged natural settings. The book appeals to those intrigued by environmental issues and complex characters.
47,092 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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"Savage Run" is the second book in the Joe Pickett series by C.J. Box, who is an Edgar Award-winning author known for his vivid descriptions of the Wyoming landscape.
The Joe Pickett series, including "Savage Run," often explores themes of environmental conservation, drawing from C.J. Box's own observations of wildlife and environmental issues in the American West.
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C.J. Box's writing in "Savage Run" combines elements of mystery, adventure, and the Western genre, providing readers with a unique blend of thrilling storytelling and in-depth character development.
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Novel • Fiction
Wyoming • Contemporary
2003
Adult
18+ years
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