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Swamp Bones: A Novella (2014)

by Kathy Reichs(Favorite Author)

3.94 of 5 Votes: 2

languge

English

genre

Mystery & Thriller

publisher

Bantam

review 1: Forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan returns in a chilling eBook original novella from #1 New York Times bestselling author Kathy Reichs. In the prequel to Reichs’s upcoming thriller Bones Never Lie, Tempe takes a much-needed vacation—but murder follows wherever she goes. Although a trip to Florida is supposed to be about rest and relaxation, there’s no such thing as a day off for Dr. Temperance Brennan. She has come to visit her friend, a dedicated ornithologist who’s researching the threat that intrusive Burmese pythons pose to indigenous bird species in the Everglades. While sorting through the stomach of an eighteen-foot specimen, they make a disturbing discovery: bones that are unmistakably human. And when Tempe spots the telltale signs of murder by... more a very different kind of predator, she’s drawn into a case with its roots in the darkest depths of the swamp. I'm a huge fan of Kathy Reichs and love her books, so it's no surprise that I've awarded this such a high score. The writing is clear and concise, the supporting characters interesting and full-bodied, and Tempe her usual headstrong, feisty self.I really like the setting of Swamp Bones; Tempe off on vacation, only to get caught up in a murder case. That this would happen is quite predictable, but somehow that doesn't matter. Reichs engaging writing drags you in, pulling you alongside Tempe for the ride. I think this novella would be an ideal starting point for anyone new to reading Reichs; it's the prequel to the novel Bones Never Lie, so whets the appetite for things to come. This novella is such easy reading because it is so well written. It's Reichs at her enthralling best, giving you no option but to read 'just one more chapter' before getting totally engrossed and finishing the whole thing! Don't say I didn't warn you!
review 2: 3.5*Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.Temp Brennan is supposed to be in Florida to relax and enjoy a well earned holiday. Instead, she finds herself embroiled in a case involving Burmese pythons, poaching and human remains.I was a big fan of these books when they first started with Deja Dead, the formulae is now getting a little predictable but this are still very enjoyable. The last Reich novel I read was Monday Mourning and Temps character doesn't appear to have developed much since then. I wasn't aware that forensic anthropologists were so involved in case work, it always seems likes she's putting herself in danger. I thought these people worked in labs mostly. As with most of Reich's books it appears to be well researched and there is a large amount of scientific information pertaining to the subject matter. At times the info dump is a bit much but it's fascinating none the less. Nicely paced and a good read if you're looking for something quick to breeze through. less

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