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From the New York Times bestselling author of Speaking in Bones, the first Temperance Brennan novel in the “cleverly plotted and expertly maintained series” (The New York Times Book Review).
Her life is devoted to justice—even for those she never knew.
In the year since Temperance Brennan left behind a shaky marriage in North Carolina, work has often preempted her weekend plans to explore Quebec. When a female corpse is discovered meticulously dismembered and stashed in trash bags, Temperance detects an alarming pattern—and she plunges into a harrowing search for a killer. But her investigation is about to place those closest to her—her best friend and her own daughter—in mortal danger…
“A genius at building suspense” (Daily News, New York), Kathy Reichs’s Temperance Brennan books are ripe with intricate settings and memorable characters” (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel).
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"I loved the story and the way the plot developed. I was not impressed with the writing style, though: overly descriptive of minor, inconsequential detail which often did not flow well. I believe this is the first book written, and it shows; I hope the other books in this series are written better, because the main character is fascinating. It should be noted that the Dr. Temperance Brennan of the TV show Bones is based on the character in the novels, but you cannot read the book expecting the TV character."
— Kim (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Accomplished and chilling.”
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“Déjà Dead can lie side-by-side with the works of Patricia Cornwell…Both do a fine job of telling a good, sometimes scary tale.”
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“What makes Déjà Dead so compelling, in addition to the authoritative descriptions of how a forensic scientist ‘reads’ the story the bones tell, is the character of Brennan—smart, persistent, gusty, ironic yet vulnerable.”
— Toronto Star -
“With this assured and intelligent debut, Reichs introduces herself as a prodigious new talent in the crime game…The final confrontation scene is as gripping as anything in recent suspense fiction, and it is impossible not to like the vulnerable, observant, and competent Tempe.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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A New York Times bestseller
Deja Dead Listener Reviews
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hannah koonce, 9/19/2023
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Deborah, 3/30/2017
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" We have been on a "Bones" tv tear so I thought I should read a book. Montreal 1994 was very alive and it was a good book. "
— Howard, 2/19/2014 -
" This book was incredible. It wasn't the first of the Bones series that I read, but I loved it anyways. And because I'm interested in forensics, it was a great read. "
— Julia, 2/8/2014 -
" I could not put this book down - I got a little lost if it got technical, but have watched enough CSI, NCIS, and Bones to sort of understand what was being discussed. "
— Nikki, 2/8/2014 -
" Couldn't really get into :( "
— Julie, 1/31/2014 -
" Very good. It's the eyes behind the people solve murder. 5 stars amazing. "
— Ariella, 1/16/2014 -
" Story a bit gory, but it was a load of fun going sightseeing in my city with Tempe. "
— Simon, 1/15/2014 -
" I think this is the first time I've ever said it, but not nearly as good as the adaptation. The story isn't exactly bad, it's just very dry. It's not because of all the technical jargon either, I know 95% of what's being said, it's just not very engaging. "
— Jeremy, 1/9/2014 -
" It is extremely slow paced and just feels like youre struggling through quicksand. "
— Candice, 1/6/2014 -
" I really didn't like it. I even didn't read it at all. The story is just slow and I was expecting a little bit more action. "
— Valerie, 12/21/2013 -
" So here I was reading this book thinking it was very familiar and about a quarter of the way through realized I had already read it. I can't believe it took me that long to remember. Books are ok but now I'm used to the TV show and can't fully appreciate the books. Very sad. "
— Rachel, 12/20/2013 -
" After a week or so of consideration I have to admit I would not recommend this book, just dreary and gory. Well written but left me blah. I don't like to feel that way after a book. "
— Laura, 11/14/2013 -
" Started reading the series because I enjoy the Bones TV show so much. Discovered that the two have little in common except for Temperence Brennan's name. "
— Sarra, 10/16/2013 -
" Ok - did not really get into it. No great caring for Tempe Brennan. May try another one but not anytime soon. "
— Peggy, 10/1/2013 -
" Kinda slow right now but I'm sure it'll get better. "
— Deirdre, 9/28/2013 -
" I like that the books are only a starting point for the show... "
— Terri, 9/27/2013 -
" Just started.. do watch the TV show so waiting to see how the books are. "
— Melissa, 9/27/2013 -
" A very good book with a solid story and lots of suspense. One that you wont be able to put down. "
— Alyssa, 9/3/2013 -
" I found it very dry and somewhat boring. "
— Emma, 8/19/2013 -
" The first of the books that the series "Bones" is based on. It was a decent read, but I'm not sure I'd read all 15 in the series. "
— Sara, 5/1/2013 -
" This was the perfect murder mystery to read during a recent trip to Montreal - well written and entertaining and was the basis for the TV show "Bones" - I recommended it! "
— Alicen, 3/9/2013 -
" Eventually held my interest, although it was not a book I would re-read. "
— Brenda, 8/13/2012 -
" scarryy!! o_0 "
— Angel, 7/9/2012 -
" Predictable but still a page turner. "
— Jacqueline, 5/10/2012 -
" Too long and too much bad language, for my taste. I like the series much better than this book. Doubt if I will read any of the others. "
— Pat, 4/30/2012 -
" Practically nothing in common with the show Bones, but I enjoyed it. "
— Jennie, 3/4/2011 -
" Una scrittrice che ricorda la Cornwell dei primi tempi (quando ancora valeva la pena leggerla) e che racconta una storia intrigante e ben costruita. Rallentata solo sporadicamente da qualche divagazione non necessaria e da piccole stonature. Tutto sommato una buon libro. "
— Tiziano, 2/4/2011 -
" I love reading about my hometown. The author has a very good understanding of Montreal and its people-francophone and Anglophone. At times the crime writing is a bit too technical and I lose the story. But I do not mind reading Reichs. "
— Tara, 8/22/2010 -
" Books 2 & 3 were pretty good; not as graphic as #1. Her writing styles bugs a bit, however. <br/> <br/> <br/>This is just okay so far. Kinda graphic. I miss the hot FBI agent from "Bones." Booth, where are you???? "
— Ophelia, 5/28/2009 -
" My best friend wanted this series of books for her Birthday and so when I bought her copies I decided to get myself the audio version. They were great books and the narator does an excellent job. The only dissapointment I had with them is that they were Abridged versions instead of Unabridged. "
— Ariel, 5/14/2008
About Kathy Reichs
Kathy Reichs is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including the Virals series and the Temperance Brennan series. She is a forensic anthropologist and a producer of Fox Television’s longest running scripted drama, Bones, which was based on her work and her novels. Visit her at KathyReichs.com or follow her on Twitter @KathyReichs
About Barbara Rosenblat
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most awarded narrators in the business, was selected by AudioFile magazine as one of the Golden Voices of the Twentieth Century. She has received the prestigious Audie Award multiple times and has earned more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has also appeared in film, television, and theater, both in London’s West End and on Broadway.