Charlaine HarrisFiction · Mystery·b. 1951
A bone to pick
Synopsis
Librarian Aurora Teagarden inherits a surprising fortune from an acquaintance, but the estate comes with a grim secret: a human skull hidden in the house. Convinced the inheritance is a puzzle left for her to solve, Roe begins investigating her new neighbors to find a killer. She must uncover the victim's identity before the murderer decides she is the next target.
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Aurora TeagardenProtagonist
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Frequently asked questions
Is A Bone to Pick part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
This book is the second installment in the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries series. While it continues the protagonist's story, the central mystery within A Bone to Pick is self-contained and resolves by the end, allowing new readers to follow the plot without having read the first book.
Is there a TV adaptation of A Bone to Pick?
Yes, this book was adapted as part of the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries television movie series. The adaptation generally follows the plot of the novel, bringing the characters and mystery to the screen.
How does this book compare to Charlaine Harris's other mystery series?
A Bone to Pick, like other Aurora Teagarden mysteries, features a more traditional, cozy mystery style with a focus on community and character relationships, which differs from the supernatural elements and darker tone found in her Sookie Stackhouse series.
