The legendary, No. 1 bestelling series following Dr. Kay Scarpetta Snap The sound of a bullet hitting fleshDr. Kay Scarpetta is in pursuit of a sniper who leaves no trace except copper fragments. The impossible shots cause instant death. Snap The target is closer than you thinkThe victims have nothing in common, and there is no indication where the killer will strike next. Snap You won't hear it – you're already deadScarpetta tracks the sniper across the country to the Florida coast. Here she uncovers shocking evidence implicating her niece, Lucy – Scarpetta's very own flesh and blood.