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When innocent blood is spilled, forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan deciphers the shattering truth it holds in this exciting thriller from New York Times bestselling author Kathy Reichs.
Nine-year-old Emily Anne Toussaint is fatally shot on a Montreal street. A North Carolina teenager disappears from her home, and parts of her skeleton are found hundreds of miles away. These shocking deaths propel Tempe Brennan from north to south, and deep into a shattering investigation inside the bizarre culture of outlaw motorcycle gangs—where one misstep could bring disaster for herself or someone she loves.
From blood-splatter patterns and ground-penetrating radar to bone-sample analysis, Deadly Decisions triumphantly combines the authenticity of a world-class forensic professional with the narrative power of a brilliant crime-writing star.
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"I really love the Tempe Brennan character and the more I read of her the more I like her. She is not any thing like the character Bones except for the name and sort of the occupation. Tempe is more vivacious and feisty about the men who doubt her work and knowledge. This book is a real page turner in that you really don't know everything going on until the end. You get glimpses of it but nothing prepares you for some of the conclusion."
— Gary (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Moves along like a Harley-Davidson leading the pack.”
— San Francisco Examiner -
“The forensic details are fascinating.”
— Orlando Sentinel -
“A high-octane forensic thriller.”
— People -
“The science is as accurate as the author can make it. Kathy Reichs’ own background—as forensic anthropologist for the chief medical officer of North Carolina and director of forensic anthropology for the province of Quebec—ensures verisimilitude of place and procedure and creates a believable milieu...All readers will enjoy the way Tempe puts the pieces of the puzzle, as well as the bodies, together.”
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“Crime writer Reichs is amazing! Once again, readers will be eager to learn the grisly details of how her forensic anthropologist heroine, Dr. Tempe Brennan, teases information from the bones of mutilated, decomposed, often animal-gnawed human bodies...Reichs roots her skillful storytelling in her own experience as forensic anthropologist in both Montreal and North Carolina. Highly recommended.”
— Library Journal -
“Abounding in grisly details, this novel is sure to please Reichs’ fans.”
— School Library Journal -
“Fans will be hooked by...ghoulish stints in the lab, the penny-dreadful chapter endings, and the endless flow of acronyms that prove what a tough cookie Tempe is.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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A New York Times bestseller
Deadly Decisions Listener Reviews
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" It's definitely getting better, but still kind of cheesy/predictable. Are all crime novels/series like this? "
— Rincey, 2/17/2014 -
" This was my third Kathy Reichs - and certainly not the last! I love the way she writes! "
— Ulla, 2/14/2014 -
" These books read quickly for me that is a feat. But I can't remember the plots confused with all the others, but then again I can't remember anything. "
— Rich, 2/4/2014 -
" not a bad book.....not really into biker stories but it held it's own "
— Chrystal-Clear, 2/4/2014 -
" Overall, I liked the book. But it was a little boring compared to the first 2. At times there was a lot of extra information that kind of detracted from the story. However, I am looking forward to the next one... mostly just to see what unfolds with her relationship with Ryan. "
— Sabrina, 1/27/2014 -
" I must be a bit of a thicko, some of the forensic anthropology stuff went right over my head. The biker gangs stuff was even more confusing. Despite this I thought this was an ok read. My familiar complaint - a rather rushed ending. "
— Donna, 1/19/2014 -
" This is the third Temperance Brennan book and I liked it the best of all of them I have read so far. Don't know where they got that TV character from, but she is nothing like the "real" Temperance Brennan of the books. Everyone calls her Tempe. "
— Margaret, 1/16/2014 -
" It was a good book. It was entertaining but not one of those books that you can not put down. "
— Helena, 1/11/2014 -
" she has a good back story and it leaves you wanting to read the next one. "
— Allison, 1/4/2014 -
" This was an awesome book. I listened to it on the iPod. I am really enjoying this series. The library only has 3 of the books all audio version so I'll have to start thinking about buying them. "
— Jannene, 11/29/2013 -
" More 2.5 than 3. Had a glaring editing error that annoyed me to no end. Typical Brennan story - easy read and enjoyable mind fluff. "
— Caroline, 11/20/2013 -
" I thought this book was high paced and adventurous, though the f word was a little overused. It was a great thriller and reminiscent of the TV shows akin to Criminal Minds, Bones, NCIS, CSI, and others. "
— Everley, 10/22/2013 -
" Love her books. I wanted to jump through the pages and shoot the nephew myself; teenagers are SUPER annoying. "
— Kath, 8/2/2013 -
" Good page turner. A little all over the place with a lot of characters to remember but I loved the ending. "
— Samantha, 6/4/2013 -
" Montreal has long standing issues with biker wars, and this book really captures the spider web of connections between gangs, crime, and death. "
— Shawn, 2/24/2013 -
" Read this book was very good decision! Another exciting and interesting story by Kathy Reichs! "
— Martina, 9/21/2012 -
" Pretty good, but one of the things I thought would be tied up by the end of this book wasn't! I guess I need to figure out which book is #4 soon and read it too. "
— Vicki, 9/12/2012 -
" Hmm. I'd have to read it again to remember what was going on, but I'm sure it was good. It's Kathy Reichs. Read my reviews of her more recent books to know why I love her. "
— Oceana2602, 6/9/2012 -
" Not my favorite of the series so far, but definitely decent. "
— Gretchen, 4/28/2012 -
" I really like Reichs mysteries. This one was a little vexing because some characters were behaving stupidly. I would have written the nephew off, but Temperance is patient. Still good overall. "
— Stephen, 3/3/2012 -
" Besides bringing me back to my visit to Montreal, I have nothing to recommend this book, except it wasn't the worst book I read on vacation. :) "
— Evan, 12/28/2011 -
" I enjoy Kathy Reichs books, this one was ok...not my favorite, but overall it was entertaining. "
— Sheryl, 10/2/2011 -
" Reading the Temperance Brennan series makes me wish I was still young enough to realistically consider going back to school to do this kind of thing-- to give closure to the living and justice to the dead. "
— Sbuchanon, 4/25/2011 -
" I have read two other books by Reichs and enjoyed them but this one moved very slowly for me. Maybe I just wasn't in the right mood but I just didn't feel connected at all with the characters and the plot did not move me. "
— Rachel, 4/16/2011 -
" Bikers. Secret undercover assignments. It was alright. "
— Kirsten, 4/2/2011 -
" Part of my "read some Montreal books before going to Montreal". Interesting character, and fast-moving action. Hard to put down. "
— Steve, 3/31/2011 -
" It was a gripping novel that I just couldn't put down. I still love her other novels better then this one. But they all have their individual charms. "
— Krys, 3/30/2011 -
" Is something bad going to happen to Temperence or an immediate relative in EVERY book? She's three for three with this book. I'm done with the series, for now. "
— Christine, 3/30/2011 -
" It's definitely getting better, but still kind of cheesy/predictable. Are all crime novels/series like this? "
— Rincey, 3/19/2011 -
" Finally, an interesting Bones book. Once I let go of the TV series and focused on the writer I realized she does have some interesting tales of gory to tell. I enjoy the motorcycle gangs violence and intensity alot. "
— Emily, 2/13/2011 -
" Started this book. Made it about 1/2 way and could not continue. "
— Kathy, 2/11/2011 -
" Really enjoy the series - and appreciate that the books are nothing like the tv show. She does an amazing job of roping the reader in and dragging them on the adrenaline trip of Temperance's adventures. "
— Joanne, 1/7/2011 -
" I love this author! I'm still not disappointed. "
— Elizabeth, 1/5/2011 -
" A great mystery. As always she leaves me guessing. "
— Misty, 12/28/2010
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 Katherine Borowitz
Katherine Borowitz completed her fist audiobook in 1999 when she narrated Maeve Binchy’s Tara Road. Since then she has gone on to narrate several books by mystery writer Kathy Reichs, including Death Du Jour and Deadly Decisions, which won an Earphones Award. She is also an accomplished actress who has appeared in films such as The Man Who Wasn’t There, Internal Affairs, and A Serious Man.