Books like Red bones by Ann Cleeves
In "Red bones," the quiet life of a young archaeologist is upended when he discovers remains that may be recent rather than ancient. Jimmy Perez is summoned to investigate the baffling find, but the case takes a darker turn with the murder of an elderly woman.
The investigation pulls together forensic clues, local histories, and the shadows of past crimes, leading to a complex web of motives and suspects. As Perez navigates Scotland’s tight-knit communities, the truth behind the bones—and the murder—begins to surface.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Ann Cleeves
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