Death du Jour (Temperance Brennan, #2)
Death du Jour (Temperance Brennan, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Montreal, Canada • 1990s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Death du Jour by Kathy Reichs, forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan investigates a complex case involving multiple deaths, ranging from a university professor's disappearance to a cult's deadly practices. As Brennan unravels the connections, she unveils deeper conspiracies, demonstrating the critical role of forensic science in solving intricate cases.
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Kathy Reichs' Death du Jour, the second in the Temperance Brennan series, skillfully blends forensic science with a gripping narrative. Readers appreciate the intricate details and realism but some criticize the pace and convoluted subplots. Overall, it successfully engages fans of crime thrillers with its compelling characters and strong science foundation.
Who Should Read Death du Jour (Temperance Brennan, #2)?
Readers who enjoy forensic science and crime thrillers, especially fans of Patricia Cornwell's Postmortem and Jeffrey Deaver's The Bone Collector, will be captivated by Kathy Reichs's Death du Jour. The book's blend of detailed forensic anthropology and gripping murder mysteries makes it a must-read for aficionados of the genre.
52,361 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Montreal, Canada • 1990s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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