P RAISE FOR
J OHN S ANDFORD AND S ECRET P REY

‘‘How good is Secret Prey ? Well, when I get the time, I intend to take a look at Rules of Prey —the first in the Lucas Davenport series.’’

—USA Today

‘‘Satisfying.’’

—San Francisco Examiner

‘‘Sandford is back in top form.’’

—Associated Press

‘‘With further explorations into Davenport’s psyche, and the creation of a truly memorable villain, Sandford has fashioned a topnotch whodunit/thriller.’’

—Richmond Times-Dispatch

‘‘Explosive… Inventive and daring… No one who starts this novel will be able to put it down… Another winner from Sandford.’’

—The Daily Sun(GA)

‘‘Sandford keeps all of his plots and subplots humming along in apparent effortless harmony.’’

—Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel

‘‘Events from earlier Prey novels weave intriguingly through this one, inviting the reader to plunge into the entire series. Not a bad idea.’’

—Kirkus Reviews

‘‘A sparkling mystery… Sandford writes at the top of his game.’’

—Lexington Herald-Leader

‘‘Exciting… His best work to date. The hero is drawn to perfection… This book has heart, action, and moxie.’’

— Without a Clue

‘‘Nicely done… Sandford keeps it fresh.’’

— St. Paul (MN) Pioneer Press

‘‘The best Prey in some years… Davenport continues to develop: tougher, coarser, and more vulnerable.’’

— San Antonio Express News

‘‘Sandford has allowed his character to change and improve… without sacrificing any of the action and thrills.’’

— Orlando Sentinel