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The Devil's Bed

William Kent Krueger
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The Devil's Bed

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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William Kent Krueger

The Devil's Bed

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Devil's Bed, William Kent Krueger crafts a suspenseful thriller involving a Secret Service agent who returns to her hometown to protect the Vice President. Amid political tension and local secrets, she confronts personal and professional challenges while unraveling a dangerous conspiracy threatening her loved ones and national security.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.2

9,204 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Devil's Bed by William Kent Krueger is a gripping thriller with a fast-paced plot and well-drawn characters. Readers praise its suspense and engaging writing style. Some critique the predictability of the storyline and occasional lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a satisfying read for fans of political intrigue and mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Devil's Bed?

A reader who enjoys The Devil's Bed by William Kent Krueger likely appreciates suspenseful political thrillers and crime novels. Fans of John Grisham's The Pelican Brief or Dan Brown's Angels & Demons may find this book engaging due to its blend of intrigue, mystery, and fast-paced action.

4.2

9,204 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Devil's Bed is William Kent Krueger's first standalone novel, diverging from his popular Cork O'Connor series, which showcases his versatility as an author.

The novel, published in 2003, weaves elements of political intrigue into its narrative, reflecting Krueger's interest in crafting stories that incorporate both mystery and thriller elements.

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Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minnesota • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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