Devil Bones (Abridged): A Novel Audiobook, by Kathy Reichs Play Audiobook Sample

Devil Bones (Abridged): A Novel Audiobook

Devil Bones (Abridged): A Novel Audiobook, by Kathy Reichs Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Linda Emond Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 4.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 3.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Temperance Brennan Series Release Date: August 2008 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780743571906

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

5

Longest Chapter Length:

76:43 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

74:28 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

75:32 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

56

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Publisher Description



Now in mass market from the bestselling author, forensic anthropologist, and producer of the FOX television hit Bones—the riveting #1 New York Times bestselling Temperance Brennan novel.

In a house under renovation in Charlotte, North Carolina, a plumber discovers a forgotten cellar, and some rather grisly remains—the severed head of a teenage girl, several decapitated chickens, and a couple of cauldrons containing beads, feathers, bones, and other relics of religious ceremonies. In a river not far away, an adolescent boy’s torso carved with a pentagram, is found. Are these crimes the work of Satanists and devil worshippers?

Nothing is clear, neither when the deaths occurred, nor where. Was the skull brought to the cellar or was the girl murdered there? As Temperance Brennan is called in to investigate, citizen vigilantes intent on a witch hunt are led by a preacher turned politician, looking for revenge.

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"Enjoyed listening to this one much better than others because I finally figured out I do not like Barbara Rosenblat's reading style. She portrays Tempe as humorless and stiff and that was turning me off to the series. Hopefully Linda Emond narrates the rest of the series! Story pretty good too but I thought it kind of went off in a few too many tangents."

— Andrea (4 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Loved it! I'm amazed by how seamlessly Reichs makes the transition from forensic jargon to snappy, funny dialogue—scientist to great storyteller. What's not to admire and envy?”

    — Sandra Brown, #1 New York Times bestselling author
  • Loved it! I'm amazed by how seamlessly Reichs makes the transition from forensic jargon to snappy, funny dialogue -- scientist to great storyteller. What's not to admire and envy?

    — Sandra Brown, author of Play Dirty
  • Reichs is a standout...[with] a formidable way of incorporating science with character and plot.... Her expertise is snappily and entertainingly delivered.

    — Booklist
  • “Reichs keeps the roller coaster on track and speeding along, page after page.”

    — Jeffery Deaver, New York Times bestselling author
  • “The lab lady most likely to dethrone Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta.”

    — USA Today
  • “Devil Bones is her best yet.” 

    — Globe and Mail (Toronto)
  • “Linda Emond’s crisp and dry vocal interpretation of Reichs’ Temperance Brennan, crime fiction’s second most popular forensic expert, is on target.”

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Reichs is a standout…[with] a formidable way of incorporating science with character and plot…Her expertise is snappily and entertainingly delivered.”

    — Booklist

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • A Publishers Weekly bestseller

Devil Bones Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.8 out of 53.8 out of 53.8 out of 53.8 out of 53.8 out of 5 (3.80)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " An excellent story that keeps you reading all night. "

    — Robin, 2/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A Temperance Brennan novel, starting with a contractor who discovers a hidden cellar in a house he is remodeling, filled with voodoo items and a human skull. A few days later a body of a boy is found by a river, also with satanic overtones, and another murder follows. Linking the murders and sorting through suspects fills the rest of the book. I did not like it as well as most of her other books. "

    — Julie, 2/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Very similar to an episode of Bones, but I felt like it dragged on longer than necesssary. "

    — Kiira, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A darker Kathy Reichs but not as dark as Patricia Cornwell. Tempe (our hero) is going through a bad time in her life but I really felt for her. It's that good. "

    — Tony, 2/4/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Another good one in the series, but not the best one. I had a hard time getting into the story for some reason. The plot seemed to drag on. In these kinds of books, I prefer a faster pace of action in the story. However, I am looking forward to the next one in the series. I recommend all of the books in this series. And I love the TV show Bones that is based on the Temperance Brennan series of books. "

    — Christina, 1/30/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I read this because I love the TV show Bones. Not even close. The characters weren't as engaging as the TV ones. :) It was mediocre, but as I read it on vacation, at least it was easy to keep track of the storyline! "

    — AnnaMarie, 1/24/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Always good reads, this one was no exception. "

    — Jane, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " For some reason I couldn't get into this one as much as usual and kept forgetting character names. Kathy Reichs is still one of my favourite authors, though. "

    — Wanda, 1/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed this book on CD. However, I found it so interesting that I want to read the book now! "

    — Amy, 1/11/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Since I picked up this book this morning and have already finished it, I would say it was a decent read! I am engaged by Kathy Reichs' books and like the tv series that loosely accompanies it. "

    — Athornton, 1/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really good & fast read. Hard to put down!! Nice twist in the end. Can't wait to read more from same author!! "

    — Kristin, 12/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Less disgusting, more amusing that the last one I read. "

    — Mary, 12/11/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Again, she keeps you going. "

    — Carol, 12/7/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This was great with the different religious aspects and the intolerance that exists in our country when someone practices a different type of religion. Ryan manages to show up back in the U.S. again! (2010) "

    — Linda, 11/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Interesting topic to include, little known religions. "

    — Regina, 10/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I didn't love this book - and I wanted to. There were too many different characters and too many plot twists. I got tired of the "Ryan or not Ryan" debate. I love Tempe, but geez louise girl, fish or cut bait. "

    — CJ, 9/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Bad. If you like "random" coincidenses instead of logic and reason, this is the book for you. "

    — Johnniej, 6/8/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Kathy Reichs is so amazing! Her books always hook me in really quickly. The mystery is meaty and satisfying. I always love the supporting characters whether Tempe is in Charlotte or Montreal. "

    — Suzanne, 5/11/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This series continues to be excellent. "

    — Patrice, 11/18/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Eh, not the best Bones book. I guess everyone has to do a Voodoo/Santeria themed book. I do like Brennan, though, as always. "

    — Leah, 8/12/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " If you like Kathy Reichs other Temperance Brennan Books, you'll love this! "

    — Heidi, 7/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " As good as Patricia Cornwell's books "

    — Lili, 2/1/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Glad to see Ryan is back in the picture. "

    — Kona, 1/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " pretty entertaining, i may check some other ones out of the library but this is not something i'd buy. "

    — Teresa, 11/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " not one of my favorites in this series, but still good. "

    — Tiffany, 10/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I absolutely love all of her books!! I own the whole 14 book series of Temperance Brennan & can't wait to own the newest one!! "

    — Jessica, 8/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Slow start but got better as it went on. Usual formula but a good story line so enjoyable but light. "

    — Kerry, 7/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " So far I'm intrigued by this story. I love the tv show bones and since this is the book version of that show, I love it as well :) "

    — Destinie, 5/16/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book had me wondering, and I guessed wrong, twice! Thoroughly enjoyed the story and the background city. "

    — Sheryl, 5/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A darker Kathy Reichs but not as dark as Patricia Cornwell. Tempe (our hero) is going through a bad time in her life but I really felt for her. It's that good. "

    — Tony, 4/30/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Not too impressed by this one - found it tedious. "

    — Susan, 4/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Not as good as the TV series and surely She is not as beautiful as in the series. I am not sure I want to keep reading the other books. "

    — Carlos, 4/16/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Pretty good...not my favorite of the series. I felt like the plot went in circles...and once you find out who the killer is you will not be satisified. I will definitely read the next in the series. My favorites so far have been Fatal Voyage and Bones to Ashes. "

    — Julie, 4/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Listened to this as an audio book while sewing. Even as an audio book it was a little tedious. Hard to believe this book was made into the series "Bones". "

    — Mary, 4/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Politico exploits "demonic" deaths and causes one "

    — Helen, 3/31/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " this 11th book was amazing, i loved every aspect about it. loved the character description, and enjoyed every chapter. it was 100 times better than i had expected. a page turner you won't be able to put down. "

    — Dian, 3/31/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Listened to the book on tape. It got better by the end but started slow. "

    — Barb, 3/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I have read most of her books and they are really good story lines. "

    — Sheila, 2/25/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Enjoyed and will now start series at the beginning. "

    — Sandi, 2/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " If Charlaine Harris books are candy, Kathy Reichs is the well-prepared meat and potatoes after not eating all day...so so good. "

    — Tabitha, 2/11/2011

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 Linda Emond

Linda Emond is an award-winning actress of stage, film, television, and audiobook narration. Her performances on Broadway earned her nominations for the Tony Award in 2003 and 2012 and for the Drama Desk Award in 1997 and 2002. She was awarded the Joseph Jefferson Award for her roles in plays at theaters in Chicago. Her film credits include roles in Julie & Julia, Dark Water, and Across the Universe, among others. Her television credits include such series as Elementary, The Good Wife, and Law & Order: SVU, as well as movies such as A Dog Named Christmas. She has narrated dozens of audiobooks, winning four Earphones Awards and being named a finalist four times for the prestigious Audie Award. In 2011 she was named by AudioFile magazine as a Best Voice in Mystery & Suspense for her reading of Flash and Bones.