The Bone Garden
The Bone Garden
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1830s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Bone Garden by Tess Gerritsen is a suspenseful novel that alternates between a modern-day story involving newlywed Julia Hamill and a historical narrative set in 1830s Boston. The book explores a murder mystery connecting both timelines, featuring medical students, early American surgeons, and the challenges faced by women in both eras.
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Review Roundup
Tess Gerritsen’s The Bone Garden blends historical and contemporary narratives, delighting readers with its rich historical detail and engaging mystery. Enthusiasts praise its atmospheric suspense and well-researched backdrop. Some critics, however, find the dual-timeline structure disjointed. Overall, it's a compelling read for historical fiction and thriller fans alike.
Who Should Read The Bone Garden?
Readers who enjoy Tess Gerritsen's The Bone Garden are typically fans of historical mysteries and medical thrillers. Comparable to works like Caleb Carr's The Alienist and Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series, these readers appreciate intricate plots, rich historical details, and elements of suspenseful investigations.
35,941 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1830s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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