Today’s review is for one of Kathy Reichs’ Temperance
Brennan mysteries:
FLASH AND BONES
Over
the years, I have read many of Kathy Reichs “bone” novels. With the recent heavy
rains here in Honolulu a match for the weather in this novel, Flash and Bones seemed a perfect fit for my next read. The story
opens with a thunderstorm, and forensic anthropologist Tempe Brennan is digging
up a corpse.
Obvious
from the opening is that there are no wasted scenes. Something is always
happening, either to Tempe or with her current assignment. The backdrop of the
NASCAR world gave this story a twist that I enjoyed, having followed stock car
racing in my younger years along with Indy car racing in the 70s.
The
interaction between Tempe and Detective Slidell entertained me throughout with
subtle bits of humor and sarcasm as they worked the investigation. Several
funny lines came from Tempe’s soon-to-be ex-husband’s soon-to-be wife, the
bridezilla character named Summer. Although the scenes featuring Summer were
short, I found the comic relief a bit distracting. Overall, though, Kathy
Reichs’ novels remain a fast and fun read.
Next
up for review:
LOVE Beyond Measure
&
PRISM POISON
two books by D.V. Whytes
I haven't read any books by her, but I imagine they are entertaining.
ReplyDeleteI just finished reading another of her novels yesterday. Like eating potato chips, one is never enough!
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