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Old Bones

Old Bones

CrimeHistorical Fiction
Pages
369
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

Curator Nora Kelly joins historian Clive Benton on an expedition to uncover the truth behind the ill-fated Donner Party, guided by a newly discovered diary. Their search for a lost camp in the Sierra Nevada reveals a history far more intricate than imagined, with centuries-old crimes that draw the attention of FBI agent Corrie Swanson. The past's secrets threaten to resurface, putting the team in unexpected danger.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseAdventurous
Dual TimelineSurvival

Genres

Crime Historical Fiction Mystery Thriller

Authors

D
Douglas Preston

American author best known for the Agent Pendergast thriller series, co-written with Lincoln Child since Relic (1995). He also writes solo thrillers and nonfiction on archaeology, exploration and natural history, including The Monster of Florence and The Lost City of the Monkey God. He began his career at the American Museum of Natural History and has served as president of the Authors Guild.

L
Lincoln Child

Lincoln Child is the author of Face Off, a thrilling novel that fans of suspense will enjoy. He's known for his gripping stories that keep you turning pages.

Characters

Nora KellyProtagonist
Corrie SwansonProtagonist
Clive BentonSupporting
All characters in Old Bones