Books like Flesh and bone by Jefferson Bass

In *Flesh and Bone*, Dr. Bill Brockton, a renowned forensic anthropologist and founder of the world‑famous Body Farm, is called to investigate a baffling murder in Chattanooga. Early on, Brockton re‑creates the crime scene at the body farm to help solve the case, but a shocking twist occurs when another corpse is placed into the replicated scene, confusing investigators and putting Brockton’s career—and his life—in jeopardy. Accused of the newly framed crime, the beloved professor becomes an outcast, and the pressure mounts as the net around him tightens. With the help of rising state mechanical examiner Jess Carter, Brockton must leverage all his forensic skills to prove his innocence before the true killer escapes justice. The novel combines suspense, crime science, and personal drama, offering readers a gripping forensic thriller rooted in real scientific practice.

First publish date: 2007