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Written in Blood: The Sunday Times Number One Bestseller Kindle Edition

by Chris Carter (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 6,241 ratings
‘Wonderful storytelling, with a superbly drawn killer, it underlines exactly how good Carter has become’ DAILY MAIL

THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER 
 
A serial killer who will stop at nothing…
 
The Killer
His most valuable possession has been stolen.
Now he must retrieve it, at any cost.
 
The Girl
Angela Wood wanted to teach the man a lesson. It was a bag, just like any other.
But when she opens it, the worst nightmare of her life begins.
 
The Detective
A journal ends up on Robert Hunter’s desk. It soon becomes clear that there is a serial killer on the loose.
And if Hunter can’t stop him in time, more people will die.
Starting with Angela.
 
If you have read it
You must die

PRAISE FOR CHRIS CARTER 

‘An exceptional thriller writer who fully deserves to be ranked alongside Jeffery Deaver’ Daily Mail
 
‘Former criminal psychologist Carter knows what he’s talking about when it comes to creating bone-chilling serial killers, so be prepared for a terror ride’ Heat
 
‘Carter has a background in criminal psychology and the killers at the centre of his novels are all the more terrifying for it’ Mail on Sunday

‘Carter is one of those authors who makes writing look effortless . . . I couldn't put it down’ Crimesquad

‘An insanely good crime series. Extraordinarily well written, high quality and high drama all the way’ Liz Loves Books

‘An intriguing and scary thriller’ Better Reading

‘A gripping feast of thrills’ Shots
 
‘A page turner’ Express
 
‘A gripping psychological thriller’ Breakaway
 
‘Punchy and fast paced’ Sunday Mirror
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    Robert Hunter
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  5. Publication date
    23 July 2020
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Born in Brazil of Italian origin, Chris Carter studied psychology and criminal behaviour at the University of Michigan. As a member of the Michigan State District Attorney's Criminal Psychology team, he interviewed and studied many criminals, including serial and multiple homicide offenders with life imprisonment convictions. He now lives in London. Visit his website www.chriscarterbooks.com and find him on Facebook.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07XCRN85H
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster UK (23 July 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.5 MB
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Born in Brazil of Italian origin, Chris Carter studied psychology and Criminal behaviour in the USA. As a member of the District Attorney's Criminal Psychology team, and working together with the Police Department in numerous cases, he interviewed and studied many criminals, including serial and multiple homicide offenders with life imprisonment convictions. He now lives in London, UK.

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Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They enjoy the brilliant characters and their development. The story grips them from the start, with a fast pace that keeps them hooked. Readers appreciate the continuation of the Robert Hunter and Carlos Garcia series. Overall, they consider the book a reasonable and fast read that never disappoints.

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214 customers mention ‘Readability’201 positive13 negative

Customers enjoy the book and find it an engaging read. They appreciate the author's knowledge and experience, and find the story interesting. The book is described as a page-turner that was worth the wait.

"An amazing read. Couldn't put it down. Highly recommend this book and all the other ones" Read more

"I am addicted to these series off books. They are all captivating reads, and so very well researched...." Read more

"Worst in series but to say that a pretty good read. However the class and style are totally alien to me with this one...." Read more

"...But it was so worth the wait! It was lovely to catch up with Robert Hunter and Carlos Garcia again. It was like meeting up with old friends...." Read more

43 customers mention ‘Writing quality’34 positive9 negative

Customers enjoy the writing quality of the book. They find it well-written, with fine characters and a gripping story. The writing is described as clear and concise, making it suitable for reading independently. Readers praise the author's storytelling ability and appreciate the depth of his novels.

"...It is also readable as a stand alone in my opinion. It’s another long wait for me as I wait for number twelve." Read more

"...The author delivered a great book in crime fiction. I loved the writing style that created the feeling of suspense and fear in this deadly game of..." Read more

"...Really well written, a rollercoaster of a ride, a baddy to end all baddies...." Read more

"...As usual, the book is well written and I particularly liked the manner in which Angela is portrayed...." Read more

30 customers mention ‘Character development’26 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the brilliant characters and their relationships. They appreciate the different storylines and softer edges to the characters.

"...The Robert Hunter character is so well described with Garcia, his partner detective. I would highly recommend these series of books." Read more

"...Love all his books. Hunter and Garcia are two the best characters I’ve read about." Read more

"...Great characters, brilliant storyline and obviously very well researched...." Read more

"...Loved being back with all the usual characters in the Ultra Violent Crimes Team in LA and the crazy killers...." Read more

26 customers mention ‘Gripping’26 positive0 negative

Customers find the book gripping and addictive from the first page. They find it thrilling and captivating, with real depth to each character. The story keeps them turning the pages and immersed in the story.

"Toe curling, fast paced, gripping, thrilling and terrifying...." Read more

"...me gripped from the beginning the characters, good and bad, are truly captivating did not want it to end !!" Read more

"...This particular book grips you from the very first page, all the way through to the very tense ending. Highly recommended." Read more

"Another corker of a book by Chris. Gripped from the first page...." Read more

19 customers mention ‘Pacing’15 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pacing. They find it gripping, thrilling, and terrifying. The story moves along at a good pace, and readers are hooked immediately.

"...He operates fast, he knows how to get information and he tracks you down before the day is out...." Read more

"...Not for the faint hearted but a great story that rolls along at a good pace...." Read more

"...It’s a reasonable and fast read but sadly not up to par. Sorry to be negative..." Read more

"...Still touches of brilliance in parts but it felt so rushed and flat. Virtually every comment explained ...." Read more

10 customers mention ‘Book content’10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book content. They find it a continuation of the Robert Hunter story and enjoy catching up with the characters.

"...But it was so worth the wait! It was lovely to catch up with Robert Hunter and Carlos Garcia again. It was like meeting up with old friends...." Read more

"...Can't quite pinpoint why. Overall, another decent outing for Hunter and Garcia..." Read more

"Another fantastic Robert Hunter book. Couldn't read this book quick enough - a total page turner. Look forward to reading the next book 😊..." Read more

"Another great read in the Detective Hunter and Garcia series. A tense crime thriller with a depraved murderer...." Read more

9 customers mention ‘Value for money’9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book a good value. It's a fast read with engaging characters and a thrilling ending.

"The book lived up to all my expectations as usual with Chris Carter. I read it over a weekend and absolutely loved it!!..." Read more

"...It’s a reasonable and fast read but sadly not up to par. Sorry to be negative..." Read more

"Awesome. Chris Carter strikes again. Always a brilliant read and never lets you down. Couldn't put it down and was captured right up until the end" Read more

"Another amazing book by Chris Carter. Never disappoints, great new characters and thrilling ending, loved it from start to finish...." Read more

64 customers mention ‘Suspenseful’39 positive25 negative

Customers find the book exciting and well-crafted with plenty of gore and grisly murders. They enjoy the twists and turns in the fast-paced story. However, some readers feel the gore is few and far between, and the murder scenes lack the author's usual gruesomeness.

"Another terrifying book by Chris Carter. I had to lock my doors before settling down to read. Love it I just want dear Robert to be happy!" Read more

"...The murder scenes are merely third person descriptions not like his previous ones. Still I am waiting for his next with baited breathe." Read more

"...Many twists and turns and a bit gruesome at times, but don't let your imagination run away with you...." Read more

"...Although questions were answered for the reader and the last scene was tense, it just didnt sit well with me. Can't quite pinpoint why...." Read more

An excellent thriller!
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An excellent thriller!
📖BOOK REVIEW📖⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️#writteninblood by @chriscarterbooksofficial @simonschusterukAhhh I’ve been waiting for this book for so long and it didn’t let me down! Loved being back with all the usual characters in the Ultra Violent Crimes Team in LA and the crazy killers. Really well written, a rollercoaster of a ride, a baddy to end all baddies. The story is really solid, leaning towards a little over the top at times but who cares right? It’s exciting, fun and really enjoyable; the authors knowledge and experience shines through! Really really recommend this book and the series!📚📚📚The story followed Angela, a prolific pick pocket, she picks the pocket of a serial killer and ends up with his secret diary and he really doesn’t want anyone to be reading it...-Emily
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  • Aaron Grant
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book review
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 February 2025
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    An amazing read. Couldn't put it down. Highly recommend this book and all the other ones
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  • Paul Stefan Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Brilliant Read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 November 2024
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    I am addicted to these series off books. They are all captivating reads, and so very well researched. The Robert Hunter character is so well described with Garcia, his partner detective. I would highly recommend these series of books.
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  • Kindler
    4.0 out of 5 stars Feels shallow like a later day Alex Cross. Is it Carter or is it Patterson
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 December 2020
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    Worst in series but to say that a pretty good read. However the class and style are totally alien to me with this one. Feels like A shallow Patterson novel which I read in a day an will forget just as quick. His earlier ones so much better. Story sort of ends with the classic Dirty Harry run around city until it's nano against man at the exciting conclusion which is worth sticking out for. The murder scenes are merely third person descriptions not like his previous ones. Still I am waiting for his next with baited breathe.
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  • Talia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yet another gritty read from the master scary story teller
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 July 2020
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    To say I was excited to read this is an understatement. The only problem with Chris Carter’s books is the time it takes for him to write them. And he had huge personal reasons for taking time to complete this one.

    But it was so worth the wait! It was lovely to catch up with Robert Hunter and Carlos Garcia again. It was like meeting up with old friends. However, very quickly you are into a new horror and holding your breath.

    This story starts with Angela Wood, an experienced pick pocket, stealing the bag of a serial killer. She knows immediately that this is something she doesn’t want to hold on to, so she passes it on to the department in charge of forensically examining evidence for the LA Police. It soon finds its way onto Hunter’s desk, and so begins this nightmare.

    This book has less gore than the usual Chris Carter books, but I certainly didn’t miss it. It was replaced by detailed descriptions from the serial killer of the murders he is responsible for. I don’t want to spoil anything for the readers, just let it be said that the murders are shocking and gruesome. Robert seems to have met his match this time.

    Regular readers will love this book as it is a worthy addition to the series. It is also readable as a stand alone in my opinion. It’s another long wait for me as I wait for number twelve.
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  • Michelle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Epic Hunter
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 February 2021
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    Considering the terrible loss Chris suffered during the writing of this novel I am surprised that it is so good. Following Chris on various social platforms and watching him unravel before our eyes was heartbreaking. I take my hat off to you for your bravery.

    This book is just as good as the others. Maybe not so technical but I kind of liked that. The story flows along at a fast pace and I couldn’t put the book down. Eager for the next twist or turn and never being disappointed.

    Chris’s imagination knows no bounds and the killer in this book is outstanding. What a character he created. A very dark, lethal, ruthless killing machine - without mercy.

    His back story is believable and sad but as a reader I was grateful for the knowledge as you often never get answer to why they do what they do.

    Hunter, my hero, was superb as always. It’s about time some of these books were made into films as they are that good.

    This is a fabulous read and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys this genre. I am so looking forward to Hunter and Garcia’s next case.

    Chris, I hope your heart is healing - I feel your pain - I too am in your shoes and trying to claw my way back up the rabbit hole of grief. Stay strong.
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  • MM Reviewer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced, gripping, thrilling and terrifying. My first book by Chris Carter, and not the last
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 September 2021
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    Toe curling, fast paced, gripping, thrilling and terrifying. This was crime writing at its best and the first book I’ve read by Chris Carter, and it won’t be the last.

    Picture this, you are a career thief / pickpocket and by all accounts a highly skilled one. Then you make one fatal mistake, you decide to snatch the bag from a serial killer, with a journal inside. Soon you learn that if your name is in this diary of horrors, you are already dead, and you have made yourself his next mission. He is out to get his diary back and he will kill you.

    This is the worst kind of killer because he is faceless and plans his kills through the dark web, where victims are killed to order and slaughtered for viewing. He will not make mistakes, he will maintain his composure because he is a highly trained killing machine. He operates fast, he knows how to get information and he tracks you down before the day is out. Hunter has to quite literally put his life on the line to stop this assassin and rely on him making one mistake because he knows he cannot outsmart and out manoeuvre the Werewolf.

    We have read many stories about the trained assassins, the serial killers and its difficult to make the story unique, different and something people will enjoy reading. The author delivered a great book in crime fiction. I loved the writing style that created the feeling of suspense and fear in this deadly game of cat and mouse with detective Hunter.

    Some gruesome details in the diary of horrors that I skimmed past, but otherwise a fabulous read for crime lovers.
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  • Karen
    4.0 out of 5 stars amazing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 June 2023
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    Chris carter amazing as always. Love all his books. Hunter and Garcia are two the best characters I’ve read about.
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  • Linda
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripper
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 November 2024
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    This book got me on the 1st page just like all of his books. Excellent can't put it down.
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  • B. Gabriele
    5.0 out of 5 stars Forse il migliore romanzo di Chris Carter
    Reviewed in Italy on 28 October 2024
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    Ho letto tutti i romanzi di Chris Carter finora pubblicati. Apprezzo moltissimo questo autore, Il suo stile è veramente unico. Difficile interrompere la lettura.
    A propositi del romanzo "Written in Blood" posso dire che lo reputo il migliore tra tutti i quelli che ha prodotto sino a quel momento. Gli ammazzamenti sono in numero ridotto rispetto al passato, questo a beneficio di una descrizione psicologica del "cattivo" veramente magistrale. Inoltre l'intreccio della "Police Procedure" è decisamente più sviluppato. Un Chris Carter più maturo, forse. Meno sanguinolento, ma molto avvincente. Super consigliato.
    PS. una nota finale dell'autore rivela che la gestazione del volume è stata particolarmente lunga e sofferta, a causa di tristi e dolorose vicende personali.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great suspenseful book.
    Reviewed in Germany on 19 June 2024
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    Exactly what I was looking for. He is a great writer. Very descriptive. Each chapter makes you want to read on.
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  • Anupam Banerjee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very thrilling..just like Carter style.
    Reviewed in India on 6 August 2024
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    Very thrilling..just like Carter style.

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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Chris Carter hit
    Reviewed in Canada on 9 March 2021
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    If you are a fan of Chris Carter this book will definitely not disappoint.
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  • SME
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Darkly Twisted Game of Cat and Mouse …
    Reviewed in the United States on 16 May 2022
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    Just when I thought that there couldn’t be a more prolific literary serial killer than Lucien Folter (if you know, you know - but I won’t spoil it), Chris Carter kicked up a few notches and beat himself at his own game.

    I lost a lot of late nights to this one and I don’t regret a single moment of them spent with Detective Robert Hunter. The chess match of wits between Killer and Detective kept me glued to the pages, unable to move or look away, losing complete track of time. The ending had me physically holding my breath and urging my brain to simultaneously read faster and stop to savor every deliciously fraught moment …

    I find myself recommending this series with the description of “if Law and Order SVU mated with Mindhunter, and had a baby that’s a few notches more dark / twisty, that’s this series”.

    Now, I’m off to deal with my book hangover, while I desperately wait for Genesis to come out to reunite with my literary crush…
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