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Skeleton Man (Leaphorn & Chee, #17)

Tony Hillerman
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Skeleton Man (Leaphorn & Chee, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Tony Hillerman

Skeleton Man (Leaphorn & Chee, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arizona • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Tony Hillerman's novel, Skeleton Man, a Navajo Tribal Police officer and a private investigator examine a decades-old plane crash linked to a diamond heist. Their journey reveals cultural significance and modern conflicts within Hopi and Navajo traditions.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

11,391 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Skeleton Man by Tony Hillerman is generally praised for its intricate plot and rich cultural insights into Navajo traditions. Readers appreciate Hillerman's vivid descriptions and compelling characters. However, some criticize the book for pacing issues and a somewhat predictable storyline. Overall, it remains a solid addition to his acclaimed series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Skeleton Man (Leaphorn & Chee, #17)?

Fans of Tony Hillerman's Skeleton Man would enjoy a blend of mystery, Native American culture, and Southwestern settings. Readers who appreciate works like Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Craig Johnson's Longmire mysteries will find similar intrigue and cultural depth in Hillerman's novel.

4.3

11,391 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arizona • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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