Anatomy

by Carolyn McCray

Bodies, carefully dissected, are turning up all over town. Organs labeled in thee victim's own blood, the killer had thorough knowledge of the human body. Can Kent and Nicole catch him before he kills and dissects again?

This 10,000+ word short story introduces FBI profiler Kent Harbinger to Detective Nicole Usher while trying to catch a vicious serial killer.

Genres: Mystery, Ebooks, Fiction, Thriller, Romance, Contemporary, Murder Mystery

56 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2012

About the author

This is a pen name of Goodreads author Cristyn West.

Reviews

[Black Butterfly · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS IS A REAL QUICK READ A PRELUDE TO "PLAIN JANE", THE NEXT BOOK. THE MAIN PLAYERS MEET, KENT, NICOLE AND RUBEN THEY ARE CHASING A SERIAL KILLER KNOWN AS THE PROFESSOR. EVERYTHING MOVES FAST BECAUSE OF KENT'S INPUT, ALL SEEMS GOOD FOR KENT AND NICOLE, NOT SO MUCH FOR POOR RUBEN. BUT WE SHALL SEE IN PLAIN JANE, ON TO THE NEXT INSTALLMENT (funny, I'm humming We're off to see the Wizard, the wonderful Wizard of Oz). GIGGLE! ;D

[Stacy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, I wasn't quite sure what to make of this short story... Harbinger seems to be one of the quirkiest FBI profilers I've come across in either reading or TV or movie for that matter. However, if this short story, as it purports to do, leads into a better depth and understanding of the characters and stories to come in the rest of this series, I am quite happy to have spent the day that I could devote to it on it. But, I just have to say, that although the story was very good, it was a little, no, make that a lot disjointed... Meaning I don't know where Harbinger got all of his information?? How did he know about the internet cafes, what was the purpose of bringing everybody together at the one cafe, how did he know about Roy's background, and where did he get the information to make one leap to another??? So, I'm thrilled to see in the next works, how Harbinger, Torres, & Usher become a team with his quirkiness, Usher's desire to be more, and Torres' hard-headed-man-opinionated self: so, here we go...

[Ani · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this short read, we see how Kent Harbinger first came to work with Detectives Nicole Usher and Ruben Torres to catch serial killers when he offers his expertise in helping catch "The Professor," a menace who creepily vivisects his victims live, then labels their organs. I enjoyed this prequel to Plain Jane: Brunettes Beware but wish it would have been longer. Kent's method of working the case was as wild and enjoyable to read as it was in Plain Jane, but a little confusing because of how quickly the story wrapped up. I still loved reading this character and seeing how the working/student-master/romantic relationship between he and DT Usher developed. Even more, I found it hilarious how the rivalry between Kent/Ruben developed. For such a fast read, it was a thrilling, exciting book! I can't get enough these characters and the author's unique/twisted storytelling.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast paced, exciting prequel to Carolyn McCray's Harbinger Collection. The story begins with the discovery of a body that has been gruesomely
dissected by the serial killer nicknamed "The Professor". We see the first meeting of super cocky Kent Harbinger, an FBI agent who sticks his nose into the investigation, and Nicole, a local detective on the case. Sparks fly and we're off to catch the killer. There's never a dull moment in Carolyn McCray's books and this one is no exception. I look forward to reading the whole collection!

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anatomy is a short story that had a serial killer that was really creepy. The FBI profiler, Harbinger, was a real wise guy but also very brilliant. It was interesting and a fast paced story. I can’t wait to read more of these stories about Harbinger. He has become one of my new favorite characters.

[Cindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an exciting short story. I read it in one sitting, it was hard to put down. Anatomy was a perfect horror story to make you feel that you can't wait to read the next in this series. Interesting idea of a serial killer who dissects the bodies and labels different body parts! The author always delivers an excellent horror story.

[Carey Mckenna Jones · Rating 3 out of 5]

Now that I know Kent isn't a serial murderer - kinda iffy for most of the story - I think I could grow to like this tuxedo-wearing profiler! He's brilliant, quirky, and urbane. A mesmerizing, unique character. Total movie potential.

The story was fast, thrilling, and scary enough to match the cover.

[Claudia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not believe how much I liked Harbinger. He is a rather odd character, brilliant, resourceful and I just have to read the entire series. The author tells a seem less and tight story, that leaves the reader guessing and immersed into the plot. On several occasions, I found that comic relief was perfectly timed to break the tension from the gory crime scenes. I actually laughed out loud.

[Christie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wouldn't skip over the book Anatomy by any means. It gives you insight into the main characters in the following book, Plain Jane. Anatomy was actaully pretty good. It was faced paced. Very insightful in how the characters meet and start to mesh. I was actually hoping that there was more to it. Then I started the next book in the series and my thoughts and dreams were answered.

[Jennifer Cuddon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Being that I had never picked up a book from this author I thought I would give her a chance due to the good amount of reviews she has been given.
I was left on the edge of my seat with anticipated of what would happen next. After reading this short story of hers I started to seek other novels of hers. This book is sure to please if you like thriller/horror.

[Sherry · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book & it held the mystery of the killer to the end. The only thing I didn't like was the "strong woman who just can't resist the bad man/lover" can't resist the sexual advances thing. I will read more from this author.

[Monique Clark · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am loving this author and devouring everything she's written! I'm on to "Dark Lullaby."

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short read and a nice to follow up after reading, Beware Brunettes. It will probably only take an hour to finish and I really wish there were more in this series and hope there will be a follow up

[Bren · Rating 1 out of 5]

I really wanted to like this book, but once the romantic dimension to this story was revealed it ruined it for me. I don't want romance in my horror books.

[Carisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed it, a lively story telling with the expected a-ha moments of a good murder mystery.

[Chinarose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome writer, up in the ranks of Patterson. Once you pick it up, prepare to read till it's over, only leaving you wanting to read more.... ;-)

[Kerry · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this short story as it had me trying to guess the killer. I didn't want to pit it down. Carolyn McCray is becoming one of my favorite authors!

[Kim Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it. Soooo this is how Nicole, Harbinger, and Ruben met. Interesting. My interest is definitely piqued. Write on Carolyn.

[Tabitha · Rating 4 out of 5]

A bit unrealistic, but none-the-less it kept my attention! It was a fun/quick read. I actually read the complete Harbinger collection. Fun!

[Barbara Duckett · Rating 5 out of 5]

YES! i have found my newest favorite author. Carolyn McCray is awesome!

[Valerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

review will be in box set in good reads once finish series. So far so good though on the series.

[Molli · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bloody and I liked it that way. It was a good story and wonderful introduction to the characters.

[CATHERINE · Rating 4 out of 5]

Prequel to A Plain Jane follows the same characters setting the stage for what is going to happen. Good read.

[Neil · Rating 3 out of 5]

I quite enjoyed this, and even though it is a short story/ prequel I am inclined to try and dig out the whole series to read

[Michele bookloverforever · Rating 4 out of 5]

reminiscent of early Ellery queen where the detective pulls facts out of thin air. enjoyable. the profiler is very impish and arrogant and single minded.

[Jack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hopefully the rest of the series will be as good as this rather short lead in. Well written. Interesting characters. So far, so good!

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the characters, the relationships and the plot...I will read on in this series.

[Rhonda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good prequel. I liked the profiler and how he could be a pain in the butt to the officers.

[Susan · Rating 2 out of 5]

In this short story after the sixth victim of a serial killer FBI profiler Kent Harbinger lends his help to Detective Nicole Usher to catch a killer.

[Lindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

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