Welcome, Forensic Medicine and CSI Fans!
When Patricia Cornwell introduced Postmortem in 1990, she launched one of the most eagerly anticipated series in the history of crime fiction. She is best known for creating the chief medical examiner character, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, popular well before the current public obsession with crime scene investigation and forensic detective work. Patricia Cornwell reigns as America's #1 bestselling crime writer, and her books are popular throughout the world.
Enter the World of Dr. Kay Scarpetta
A friend introduced me to the Scarpetta series many years ago, when she gave me the first three in a set. I was hooked. My personal library includes all of the author's selections. Guests frequently note this, and conversations invariably turn to Stryker saws and ballistic gelatin. As with any series, it's best to read the books in sequence. Though Cornwell's works aren't for the squeamish, they're well-researched and will keep you guessing until the end. I recently read her latest release, Book of the Dead, and the author left many possibilities for speculation about what lies in store for some of the main characters. My guess (and hope) is that there will be more. 
Book of the Dead
The Latest Kay Scarpetta Novel
Book of the Dead (Kay Scarpetta, No. 15)
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Marino's Cause-of-Death Eggnog
Scarpetta's Winter Table
Let's just say this eggnog packs a punch! Detective Pete Marino prefers to lace his with Virginia Lightning, but dark rum or bourbon will do nicely.- Start with a dozen eggs, cracking each with violence
- Yolks go into a blender; whites into a mixing bowl
- Fold a pound of powdered sugar into the yolks
- Stir in dark rum, bourbon, or moonshine (if available)
- Refrigerate until egg yolk mixture is overpowered by the alcohol
- Pour into stainless steel bowl; beat in 2 quarts of whipping cream
- Return to fridge
Before serving:
- Whip egg whites until stiff
- Add to egg yolk mixture; churning with a hand mixer until frothy
- Pour into glasses; sprinkle liberally with cocoa powder
Crime Writing Awards
- Postmortem was the only novel to win the Edgar, Creasey, Anthony, and Macavity awards, as well as the French Prix du Roman d'Aventure in a single year!
- Cruel and Unusual won Britain's prestigious Gold Dagger Award for the best crime novel of 1993.
- The author's fictional chief medical examiner, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, won the 1999 Sherlock Award for best detective created by an American author.
Lucy's Felonious Cookies
Scarpetta's Winter Table
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly coat cookie sheets with cholesterol-free vegetable spray.- Melt 1 cup of Breakstone butter in a deep Pyrex dish
- Stir in dark brown and white sugar, forming a thick paste
- Fold in 2 eggs
- Add enough flour to reach a moist, crumbly consistency
- Sprinkle in a teaspoon of baking soda
- Add vanilla to taste
- Knead in chopped pecans
- Add semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips
Form small balls out of the cookie dough. Flatten just a little, and place several inches apart on cookie sheets. Bake for 10 minutes; less if you prefer them chewy and moist. Enjoy them as Lucy does, warm from the oven and dipped in Bailey's Irish Cream.
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The Andy Brazil Series
Hornet's Nest introduced a new cast of characters with Charlotte, North Carolina as the backdrop. Andy Brazil, an ambitious, young newspaper reporter, discovers the inner secrets of police work through his relationship with Police Chief Judy Hammer. Later, with Southern Cross and Isle of Dogs, the setting shifts to the state of Virginia... first to Richmond, and later to the eccentric island of Tangier. Look for a cameo appearance by Dr. Kay Scarpetta! Vote For Your Favorite Andy Brazil Books
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Patricia Cornwell
A Brief Biography of Patricia Cornwell
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Patricia Cornwell (born Patricia Carroll Daniels June 9, 1956) is a contemporary American crime writer. She is widely known for writing a popular series of novels featuring the heroine Dr. Kay Scarpetta, a medical examiner.
In 2002, Cornwell claimed to have solved the mystery of the Jack the Ripper murders by accusing noted artist Walter Sickert, though her conclusions and methods have been widely criticized.
Patricia Cornwell is also the Director of Applied Forensic Science at the National Forensic Academy.
Patricia Cornwell's Television Favorites
- Brothers and Sisters
- This compelling, new drama explores what it means to be a family in the 21st century. The Walker siblings balance their own lives, and strive to accept their role model parents as regular people.
- ER
- This medical drama created by Michael Crichton, exposes life and death in a Chicago hospital emergency room. Each episode tells the tale of another day in the ER, from the exciting to the mundane.
- Grey's Anatomy
- Winner of the Golden Globe for Best Drama, this show is centered on the personal and professional lives of five surgical interns and their supervisors.
- The Sopranos
- Fictional Mafia Capo Tony Soprano takes center stage in this aggressive, often violent adult drama. The critically acclaimed, Emmy® - and Peabody-winning HBO series recently aired its final episode.
- Tales of the City
- This mini-series chronicles the adventures of a young secretary from Cleveland who takes a vacation to San Francisco and decides to stay. Set in 1976, before the days of AIDS and crack cocaine, the story depicts the city at the height of its boisterous gay, drug and disco culture.
Patricia Cornwell Picks for Your DVD Library
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Brothers and Sisters - The Complete First Season
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Grey's Anatomy - The Complete Third Season
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Tales of the City (Collector's Edition)
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Scarpetta's Winter Table
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Food To Die For: Secrets From Kay Scarpetta's Kitchen
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Other Works by Patricia Cornwell
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Portrait of a Killer: Jack the Ripper -- Case Closed
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Ruth, A Portrait: The story of Ruth Bell Graham
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rwoman
Great lens! I'm glad I stopped by Rwoman. Now I know why I am a CSI fan. I was a Cornwell fan long before CSI... Posted March 23, 2008 |
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I love Patricia Cornwell's books. Posted January 12, 2008 |
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great lens 5 stars 4 u Posted November 09, 2007 |
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Wow! I never thought that Patricia Cornwell has a new book! I can't wait to have a copy of her latest. Great Lens!! Posted August 28, 2007 |
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Good site. Many people in the field of ripperology tend to frown on Patricia Cornwell's take on the subject. I however, tend to think that we need to explore all avenues. Check out my Jack the Ripper lens - www.squidoo.com/handsoftheripper Posted August 23, 2007 |
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I hadn't realized she had another book coming out soon. SWEET!! Thanks for this very well done lens! Posted August 18, 2007 |
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Hey, another Patricia Cornwell fan! Great site. Posted August 12, 2007 |
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Welcome to the Boomers Rock! group--another fine addition! Posted July 22, 2007 |
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Another superb lens with plenty of info, Kim. I especially appreciate your inclusion of The Literacy Site, reminding us to give back a bit of our joy of literature. Posted July 21, 2007 |
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Thanks for visiting The Harlequin and for your kind comments. Let me know what you think of the series if you decide to check it out. ~ Crystal Posted May 31, 2007 |
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