I've been an avid reader of Patricia Cornwell's since the beginning...Although I found Hornet's Nest interesting in parts, it was in no way the caliber of her other books..I frankly miss Kay, her neice, Kay's relationship with her FBI bow, and Kay's constant attempt to educate the Captain..I realize that authors must try virgin territory but I certainly hope that Patricia returns to the characters she has developed and allow her readers to continue in their life.