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A review by laurapk
206 Bones by Kathy Reichs
2.0
I don't think Kathy Reichs tried very hard for this book. Preachy and predictable, the book was only saved by 1) my love for Montreal and its culture and 2) the banter between the 2 main characters (some hate it, but it's my type of humor).
The good parts first: Reichs was my introduction to Canadian culture, just around the time I moved to Canada myself. I read the novel while on vacation on Montreal and had a blast recognizing streets, buildings and areas. Not to mention local cuisine (but I swear, you can introduce some of that information in a more subtle way.) I also enjoyed the nerdy humor.
The bad however...
This is the first novel where I saw all the twists from a mile away. All those moments where Brennan was trying to remember something but her brain couldn't make the connection...well my brain made it in a nanosecond. There were once again too many characters and victims, but this time the coincidences were maddeningly forced. Reichs's forte - science - took a backseat to preaching. Dr. Brennan is some sort of an encyclopedia on cities and cultures - which is surprising considering she once again (SPOILER) gets hit in the head to pass out for hours!!!! Maybe that can explain her irritable character. Also, what a pity - Reichs had an amazing oportunity to discuss junk science and the innocence project throughout the book. Instead, you will be treated with a preachy last chapter. Too bad.
Not giving up though, because Reichs continues to either maintain my interest with either the cultural aspects or the scientific ones. Also, I'll admit, I'm a fan of Andrew Ryan, who continues to be one of her best characters.
The good parts first: Reichs was my introduction to Canadian culture, just around the time I moved to Canada myself. I read the novel while on vacation on Montreal and had a blast recognizing streets, buildings and areas. Not to mention local cuisine (but I swear, you can introduce some of that information in a more subtle way.) I also enjoyed the nerdy humor.
The bad however...
This is the first novel where I saw all the twists from a mile away. All those moments where Brennan was trying to remember something but her brain couldn't make the connection...well my brain made it in a nanosecond. There were once again too many characters and victims, but this time the coincidences were maddeningly forced. Reichs's forte - science - took a backseat to preaching. Dr. Brennan is some sort of an encyclopedia on cities and cultures - which is surprising considering she once again (SPOILER) gets hit in the head to pass out for hours!!!! Maybe that can explain her irritable character. Also, what a pity - Reichs had an amazing oportunity to discuss junk science and the innocence project throughout the book. Instead, you will be treated with a preachy last chapter. Too bad.
Not giving up though, because Reichs continues to either maintain my interest with either the cultural aspects or the scientific ones. Also, I'll admit, I'm a fan of Andrew Ryan, who continues to be one of her best characters.