Now freelancing from south Florida, Dr. Kay Scarpetta returns to her old haunts in Richmond, Virginia, only to encounter a host of baffling and unwelcome surprises–including an inept ME, a medling FBI agent, and a secretive former colleague–as she investigates the death of a fourteen-year-old girl.

Trace: A Scarpetta Novel by Patricia Cornwell is a thrilling book that is part of the Scarpetta series. Dive into the world of forensic pathologist Kay Scarpetta as she solves complex cases and uncovers dark secrets. With Patricia Cornwell's masterful storytelling and attention to detail, Trace is a must-read for fans of crime and mystery novels.