This is the first of the CSI books I've read as I'm a huge fan of all three series' and wasn't convinced by the book versions but I must say I was pleasantly surprised. It followed the same premisse as the programmes but went on longer, each of the characters were well written although Grissom and Brass took centre stage on this one (as happens in some episodes too) and the killer was suitably twisted and psychotic and the gore scenes were as all CSI fans expect. An enjoyable and fast paced read with a slightly predictable but good ending.