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3.65 AVERAGE
3.65 AVERAGE
Another dead body, another Kathy Reichs mystery!
This novel revolves around religion, and could be compared to a Da Vinci Code of the death and crime world. If anyone is interested in religion, and enjoys crime novels, this book would be for them! Orthodox Jewish, Christianity and other religions are mentioned and described in this book along the way. It is not the typical Kathy Reichs book since religion is one of the main focuses, but overall it was a good novel!
Andrew Ryan is a big helper in this novel, and to me it seemed like he was involved more in this novel than some of the previous ones. Romance is slightly involved in this novel, but it more along the lines of 48% religion, 48% crime and 2% romance.
I found this book very boring, due to the constant talk of religion. I would have liked to learn more about bones and what the different markings meant for the different era skeletons. There was far to much religious talk and descriptions for my liking.
Five out of five stars, nonetheless! Kathy Reichs made a book that kept me interested and wanting to continue reading the next book!
This novel revolves around religion, and could be compared to a Da Vinci Code of the death and crime world. If anyone is interested in religion, and enjoys crime novels, this book would be for them! Orthodox Jewish, Christianity and other religions are mentioned and described in this book along the way. It is not the typical Kathy Reichs book since religion is one of the main focuses, but overall it was a good novel!
Andrew Ryan is a big helper in this novel, and to me it seemed like he was involved more in this novel than some of the previous ones. Romance is slightly involved in this novel, but it more along the lines of 48% religion, 48% crime and 2% romance.
I found this book very boring, due to the constant talk of religion. I would have liked to learn more about bones and what the different markings meant for the different era skeletons. There was far to much religious talk and descriptions for my liking.
Five out of five stars, nonetheless! Kathy Reichs made a book that kept me interested and wanting to continue reading the next book!
Have read books from this series before and really enjoyed them. However, I found this one to be pretty confusing and it didn't really hold my interest.
This book starts off in Canada, but takes forensic anthropologust Tempe Brennan on a whirwind tour through the Holy Land in the search of the truth about an unnamed skeleton...
Normally, I tend to avoid books that are compared with other favourite authors or books, particularly ones that say "better than so-and-so". Mainly, because I am cynical of hype and suspect I will be disappointed. Also because I'm probably quite contrary and don't like being told what I "should" like.
So I have managed to get through life thus far without touching Kathy Reichs, mainly due to the comparisons with Patricia Cornwell, whose early books I absolutely adored but whose later ones left me somewhat cold. However, I decided that this was my chance and that the time had come to venture into Kathy Reichs' world, and wow! What a great ride it was! OK, OK, the plot may end up being a little far-fetched, but it certainly swept me along quite merrily with it and has encouraged me to seek out some more of her books for the future.
Normally, I tend to avoid books that are compared with other favourite authors or books, particularly ones that say "better than so-and-so". Mainly, because I am cynical of hype and suspect I will be disappointed. Also because I'm probably quite contrary and don't like being told what I "should" like.
So I have managed to get through life thus far without touching Kathy Reichs, mainly due to the comparisons with Patricia Cornwell, whose early books I absolutely adored but whose later ones left me somewhat cold. However, I decided that this was my chance and that the time had come to venture into Kathy Reichs' world, and wow! What a great ride it was! OK, OK, the plot may end up being a little far-fetched, but it certainly swept me along quite merrily with it and has encouraged me to seek out some more of her books for the future.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Such a great book! And I'm glad that I kinda read it in the Easter weekend, given that it's plot involves bones that might be Jesus's. Really great book!
Well, Reichs seems to have become the master of incomplete, abbreviated sentences. The writing has become increasingly staccato, which again, I don't enjoy because it pulls me out of the story. And frankly, it gets really tiring to read.
As for the story, well my mother had to quit halfway through because she found it too confusing. I did read it all the way; while I did find it somewhat difficult to follow all the skeletons and remember the importance (and potential identity of each), I actually found this one less difficult to follow then the earlier books. Perhaps, it was because it was shorter, but I've always had a bit of trouble tracking with these books, so it was nice (a pleasure?) not to have to wait for the story to get back on track.
As for the story, well my mother had to quit halfway through because she found it too confusing. I did read it all the way; while I did find it somewhat difficult to follow all the skeletons and remember the importance (and potential identity of each), I actually found this one less difficult to follow then the earlier books. Perhaps, it was because it was shorter, but I've always had a bit of trouble tracking with these books, so it was nice (a pleasure?) not to have to wait for the story to get back on track.
I have been following this series of books for many years now and have always enjoyed every reading experience. Recently I have revisited them again as my daughter wanted me to buddy read them with her after discovering the television series and then seeing the books in our bookshelves. Even though I explained that the books and TV show are two different entities, she was still determined to read them. So here I am, many books later and enjoying them just as much as I did the first time. I am glad I read the books before seeing some of the television show because otherwise I may not have liked them quite so much. Temperance is depicted differently on the show than in the books. Although there are tie-ins of course. I don’t want to go into too much detail about it because I don’t want to spoil them for you.
Temperance Brennan is a bit of a quirky character- she’s quite complex, highly intelligent, a little damaged, but incredibly good at what she does. She’s a forensic anthropologist who is called upon to help in the trickiest of investigations. Through this series we get to tag along as she works, following her through the investigations, mysteries, and intriguing situations.
Each book is a great read in its own right, but as a series they help to develop a bigger and more intricate picture- giving greater insights into the character/s and backstory.
I recommend this series, it’s definitely worth the read. But keep a bit of an open mind if you’re a fan of the TV show- it’s not quite the same.
Happy reading!
Temperance Brennan is a bit of a quirky character- she’s quite complex, highly intelligent, a little damaged, but incredibly good at what she does. She’s a forensic anthropologist who is called upon to help in the trickiest of investigations. Through this series we get to tag along as she works, following her through the investigations, mysteries, and intriguing situations.
Each book is a great read in its own right, but as a series they help to develop a bigger and more intricate picture- giving greater insights into the character/s and backstory.
I recommend this series, it’s definitely worth the read. But keep a bit of an open mind if you’re a fan of the TV show- it’s not quite the same.
Happy reading!
I really struggled getting through this one. Definitely not a quick read like most in this series. I liked it but definitely not a favorite.
Avram Ferris, un evreu ortodox de 56 de ani, dispăruse cu o săptămână în urmă. Corpul lui Ferris fusese descoperit aseară târziu, într-un dulap aflat la etajul superior al clădirii în care își avea sediul firma lui. Nu existau semne de intrare prin efracție. Nu existau semne de luptă. Angajatul său spunea că acesta se purtase ciudat. Impresia de la fața locului a fost că era vorba de o sinucidere prin împușcare. Familia bărbatului era fermă în respingerea sinuciderii ca motiv al morții.
Medicul legist ordonase o autopsie. Rudele lui Ferris și rabinul obiectaseră. Negocierile fuseseră încinse.
Eram pe cale să văd la ce compromis se ajunsese.
Medicul legist ordonase o autopsie. Rudele lui Ferris și rabinul obiectaseră. Negocierile fuseseră încinse.
Eram pe cale să văd la ce compromis se ajunsese.