Speaking in Bones | Kathy Reichs

Speaking in Bones

Extended Synopsis

Forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan is approached by amateur web sleuth Hazel "Lucky" Strike, who claims to have definitively matched an unidentified set of remains with a missing person. Initially inclined to dismiss the woman's bold assertions, Tempe's scientific curiosity is piqued by an audio recorder discovered near the bones. As the terrified words of a young woman echo through her office, Tempe realizes she cannot let the story go. Digging deeper into the origins of the remains and the chilling recording, she finds herself drawn into a horrifying, deeply complicated case that defies anything she has ever encountered.

Target Audience & Reader Targeting

Perfect for fans of intense forensic mysteries, chilling psychological thrillers, and procedural crime novels. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy the intersection of amateur web sleuthing and professional forensic science.

Author Biography

Kathy Reichs is a board-certified forensic anthropologist and the internationally bestselling author behind the beloved Temperance Brennan series, which inspired the hit television show Bones. Her firsthand expertise in the medical examiner's lab infuses her novels with unparalleled realism and gripping scientific detail.

Accolades & Awards

• A compelling and highly praised installment from a Number 1 bestselling author.
• Celebrated for its complex plotting and deeply unsettling, audio-driven suspense.

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