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alexjarvis's review against another edition
2.0
It took me over a year to read this book. I probably wouldn't have finished it at all if it wasn't part of this series.
It's well written and I'm sure the story is fascinating if you're interested in the topic. But I'm not. I don't care about religion and I'd rather not read about it. I don't skip books in a series though so I had to read it anyway. As I said, it's probably a good book if you are interested in these things. I'm just glad I'm done with it now - I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series soon!
It's well written and I'm sure the story is fascinating if you're interested in the topic. But I'm not. I don't care about religion and I'd rather not read about it. I don't skip books in a series though so I had to read it anyway. As I said, it's probably a good book if you are interested in these things. I'm just glad I'm done with it now - I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series soon!
haleybcu's review against another edition
5.0
As a person who isn't super interested in religion, I found this book utterly fascinating, and never preachy - only factual. Temperance Brennan at her best, along with all of the suspense, intrigue, murder, and (more recently) romance that's come to be expected from Kathy's novels. I learned a lot about Israel, as well, which never hurts. Alternate cultures have always sparked my intrigue, and the web woven throughout here is well worth the read.
kristen88's review against another edition
4.0
A change of scenery from her other novels. Lots of intrigue and suspense, keeps you reading until the final pages to figure out what happened.
melmo2013's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
bookfairy99's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
I've got to hand it to Kathy Reichs, she really knows her stuff. While reading this book, I was struck by the intricate blend of forensic anthropology and religious history.
This instalment of the Temperance Brennan series is not just a murder mystery; it's a journey into how religious beliefs can stir up our everyday lives. It's like a Sunday school lesson with a side of CSI - and I'm here for all of it.
Reichs' attention to detail is impeccable. She doesn't just tell the reader about the bones... she made me feel like I was right there in the lab with Tempe, microscope in hand. And it's not just the forensics. She paints a vivid picture of every setting, every character. I felt like I could walk around in Tempe's world, bump into her colleagues, and know exactly who they were.
The plot twists in this book were a breath of fresh air. Reichs weaves in historical facts and mysteries that had me turning pages faster than I'd like to admit. It was a fantastic departure from the usual whodunit, and I really enjoyed the ride.
wolfalex's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
violetfloof's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5