Skinwalkers
Skinwalkers
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986
Book Brief
216
Novel • Fiction
Navajo Nation • 1980s
1986
Adult
18+ years
820L
Super Short Summary
Skinwalkers by Tony Hillerman is a 1986 detective novel where Navajo Tribal Police officers Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee team up to investigate a series of murders on the reservation. Leaphorn's skeptical, mainstream approach and Chee's open-mindedness about Native mysticism complement each other as they try to connect the crimes. The investigation intensifies when Chee narrowly survives a murder attempt, highlighting overlooked clues. The story contains depictions of violence and terminal illness.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Gritty
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Tony Hillerman's Skinwalkers is lauded for its authentic depiction of Navajo culture and strong narrative pacing. Readers appreciate the intricate plot and well-developed characters. However, some critiques point to occasional slow pacing and less developed secondary characters. Overall, it's a compelling mystery that effectively blends cultural insights with suspense.
Who Should Read Skinwalkers?
Readers who enjoy Skinwalkers by Tony Hillerman are typically fans of intricately plotted mystery novels with a rich cultural backdrop. Similar to readers of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot mysteries, they appreciate deep character development and settings steeped in Navajo traditions.
16,614 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
216
Novel • Fiction
Navajo Nation • 1980s
1986
Adult
18+ years
820L
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