The series by John Sandford features vivid settings and a great sense of place. The character of Virgil Flowers himself is charismatic and intelligent, solving cases with a unique style. The writing is sharp and the pacing is just right to keep you hooked.
As of July 2023, 'Ocean Prey' is one of the more recent Prey novels by John Sandford. It features his well - known character Lucas Davenport and typically involves a complex mystery and thrilling plot twists that Sandford is known for in this series.
As of July 2023, 'Lightning Strike' is one of the relatively recent Virgil Flowers novels. It's full of the usual mystery and engaging plotlines that John Sandford is known for in his Virgil Flowers series.
One common theme in the latest Virgil Flowers novels is the exploration of small - town secrets. These novels often take place in small communities where everyone seems to know each other, but there are always hidden things beneath the surface. For example, in 'Deep Freeze', the freezing weather is not the only cold thing, as there are cold - hearted secrets in the town.