BOOK BRIEF

Bad Blood (Virgil Flowers, #4)

John Sandford
Guide cover placeholder

Bad Blood (Virgil Flowers, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

Book Brief

Sparkles iconBeta
John Sandford

Bad Blood (Virgil Flowers, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

388

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

Bad Blood by John Sandford follows an investigation led by Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agent Virgil Flowers. It begins with a suspicious death on a farm, uncovering a complex web of secrets within a small-town community. As Virgil delves deeper, he discovers connections to other crimes, revealing dangerous truths.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

38,584 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Bad Blood by John Sandford is praised for its fast-paced and intricate plot, engaging characters, and gripping suspense. However, some critics feel the resolution is predictable, and the depiction of rural life may seem stereotypical. Overall, it's a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts, balancing action with nuanced character development.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bad Blood (Virgil Flowers, #4)?

A reader who would relish Bad Blood by John Sandford often enjoys fast-paced crime thrillers with intricate plots and well-defined characters. Fans of Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer or Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series, which similarly blend suspense and mystery, are likely to find Sandford’s work compelling.

4.3

38,584 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

388

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!