Break No Bones | Kathy Reichs

Break No Bones

Extended Synopsis

Filling in for a negligent colleague, Dr. Temperance Brennan is overseeing a lackluster archaeological field school on a prehistoric Native American burial ground in Charleston, South Carolina. The routine dig takes a dark turn when Tempe uncovers a distinctly fresh skeleton among the ancient remains. Persuaded to assist by her old friend, local coroner Emma Rousseau, Tempe soon finds herself entangled in a rapidly escalating murder investigation. As the body count climbs—a man found hanging in the woods, another concealed in a barrel—clues point toward a suspicious free street clinic and a charismatic televangelist. Complicating matters, Tempe's romantic life becomes a battleground as her current flame, Ryan, and her ex-husband, Pete, both converge on the island, forcing her to navigate deadly international schemes and complex emotional distractions simultaneously.

Target Audience & Perfect For

Highly recommended for readers who love high-stakes crime investigations interwoven with complex interpersonal relationships and romantic tension. A fantastic choice for fans of Southern gothic settings, archaeological mysteries, and intricate, multi-layered thrillers.

Author Biography

Kathy Reichs is the internationally acclaimed author of the Temperance Brennan series and a world-renowned forensic anthropologist. Her authentic, firsthand experience with human remains and criminal investigations lends a unique, pulse-pounding credibility to her bestselling novels.

Accolades & Awards

• The thrilling ninth installment of the globally beloved Temperance Brennan series.
• Celebrated as a smart, taut thriller featuring headline-grabbing crimes and deeply compelling character development.

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