First Bones by Kathy Reichs

67 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction mystery dark emotional mysterious fast-paced
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In 1980s Charlotte, North Carolina, Temperance Brennan is newly employed as a bioarchaeologist, studying the bones of the ancient dead. But a strange opportunity presents itself when two detectives appear at her lab, seeking consultation on a rece...

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Community Reviews Summary of 115 reviews

Moods

mysterious 70%
emotional 47%
dark 41%
adventurous 35%
informative 29%
sad 29%
reflective 23%
tense 23%
challenging 11%
inspiring 11%
funny 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

fast 77%
medium 16%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 41% | A mix: 35% | Character: 23%

Strong character development?

No: 35% | It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 6% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Average rating

3.84

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