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Bones to Ashes (Temperance Brennan, #10)

Kathy Reichs
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Bones to Ashes (Temperance Brennan, #10)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Kathy Reichs

Bones to Ashes (Temperance Brennan, #10)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

310

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Canada • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Bones to Ashes by Kathy Reichs, forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan investigates the remains of a young girl found in Acadia, Canada, unraveling complex links to cold cases and unsolved crimes. The story interweaves scientific analysis with Brennan's personal memories, revealing long-buried secrets and testing professional and personal boundaries.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

34,100 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kathy Reichs' Bones to Ashes has generally positive reviews, praising its forensic details and engaging plot. Fans appreciate the scientific accuracy and character development. However, some critics note the pacing can be slow and elements of the storyline predictable. Overall, it's a solid addition to the Temperance Brennan series, satisfying both fans and forensic thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bones to Ashes (Temperance Brennan, #10)?

Readers who enjoyed The Silent Corner by Dean Koontz or Postmortem by Patricia Cornwell will relish Bones to Ashes by Kathy Reichs. Ideal for fans of forensic mysteries, the novel weaves a gripping tale of science and suspense, featuring Dr. Temperance Brennan's relentless quest for justice.

4.2

34,100 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

310

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Canada • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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