Mortal Prey by John Sandford is the 13th book in the Lucas Davenport series. The story follows Clara Rinker, a retired hitwoman who once nearly killed Davenport. Living in Mexico, she is targeted by a sniper who kills her boyfriend, the son of a powerful drug lord. As Rinker uncovers that she was the real target, she goes on the run to find the killer.
Davenport, now engaged and deep in wedding preparations, is called in by the FBI and DEA to help track her down. What he doesn’t realize is that the case will bring him face-to-face with dangerous criminals from her past, including the St. Louis mob and a Mexican drug lord, all while law enforcement agencies clash in a dangerous and unpredictable standoff.
With suspense, rich character development, and intense drama, Mortal Prey is a thrilling read for fans of crime, detective stories, and suspenseful thrillers.
