Fire and Bones: A Temperance Brennan Novel | Kathy Reichs

Fire and Bones: A Temperance Brennan Novel

Extended Synopsis

Forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan is drawn into the heart of Washington, DC, to analyze victims of a deadly and suspicious blaze. Navigating the devastated ruins in Foggy Bottom, Tempe's investigation unearths a colorful history tying the property to a notorious 1930s group of bootleggers known as the Foggy Bottom Gang. Teaming up with telejournalist Ivy Doyle, Tempe senses the historical connections might not be purely coincidental, especially when the son of a former gang member is shot dead in an affluent district nearby. As arrests are made and yet another fire claims a victim, Tempe realizes her every move in the capital has been anticipated, putting her directly in the path of a lethal, calculated threat.

Target Audience & Reader Targeting

A gripping must-read for fans of high-stakes crime thrillers, forensic procedural dramas, and mysteries that blend historical organized crime with modern-day murder. Perfect for readers who love complex, multi-layered puzzles solved through relentless scientific investigation.

Author Biography

Kathy Reichs is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a board-certified forensic anthropologist, and the doyenne of forensic fiction. Her unparalleled, real-world expertise brings staggering authenticity to the Temperance Brennan series, which has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Accolades & Awards

• The explosive twenty-third entry in the acclaimed Temperance Brennan thriller series.
• Praised by bestselling authors like Jodi Picoult for its masterful suspense and meticulously crafted forensic puzzles.

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