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The Bone Thief: A Body Farm Novel Audiobook
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“The Body Farm novels have become bestsellers because of their attention to the fine details of forensics combined with great plot lines.”
—Deseret News (Salt Lake City)
The latest Body Farm novel from New York Times bestseller Jefferson Bass, The Bone Thief is a must for fans of Patricia Cornwell and TV’s C.S.I. The hero of four previous thrillers—Carved in Bone, The Devil’s Bones, Flesh and Bone, and Bones of Betrayal—Dr. Bill Brockton must stop a grisly black market dealing in body parts and cadavers in this white-knuckle adventure written by the man widely considered to be the world’s foremost expert in forensic anthropology. Read The Bone Thief and discover why Kathy Reichs calls Bass, “The real deal.”
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"A collaborative effort by Dr. Bill Bass, the founder of the real Body Farm at the University of Tennessee, and Jon Jefferson - journalist, writer, and filmmaker, The Bone Thief is about number five in a series of Body Farm books that I have somehow missed. The facts ring so true, and no wonder. They could use a bit more work in the plot department, but it is a good book. Pretty scary to think what really goes on in some medical development circles! If you are fascinated by forensic science, this is a super series for you - and good if you just like a really good mystery."
— Susan (4 out of 5 stars)
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“The Body Farm novels get better with each new book; not only are they more compellingly plotted and more tightly written but Brockton also has become a more fully realized character, not merely a stand-in for his creator. A very good mystery, suitable not just for fans of the Brockton novels but also for readers who enjoy forensic thrillers by Kathy Reichs and Patricia Cornwell.”
— Booklist
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A New York Times bestseller
The Bone Thief Listener Reviews
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" I find books about forensics fascinating, and this one is part of a series written by a real forensic pathologist. Good murdery mystery. "
— Deb, 2/13/2014 -
" Don't know why but these books are never as good as I expect them to be. This one was better than the others that I have read in the series. "
— Pauline, 2/7/2014 -
" not as good as the previous ones. "
— Odile, 12/30/2013 -
" Why on earth would someone steal human bones? The answer will surprise and shock you. Another great read by the Jefferson and Bass duo! "
— Stephanie, 12/28/2013 -
" never fails to hold my interest throughout the book "
— Kimberly, 12/19/2013 -
" very good read from cover to cover...this one had Bill in big trouble, but left unanswered questions, so I can look forward to another volume. I feel like Bill Brockton is a firned... "
— Katherine, 12/16/2013 -
" not enough of a mystery in this one, not sure what the point was of this book other than progress of personal relationships. "
— Emily, 12/15/2013 -
" A nice twist at the end I never saw coming. "
— Tracey, 12/8/2013 -
" A nice book to pick up and read when I had a little time. Not to hard to put down but a good read. "
— Leona, 12/7/2013 -
" I've liked some of the other body farm novels better than this one. Parts the the ending get unbelievable to me and not everything is resolved enough for me. I hope the next one is better. "
— Sherry, 12/5/2013 -
" Boring! I skimmed through half the book. "
— Erica, 4/23/2013 -
" almost as good as book 4. deals with tissue/bone theft. Cool book. "
— Paul, 3/22/2013 -
" Dr Bill Brockton is on the trail of those involved in the illegal trade of body parts. I don't know why but whenever I see the character of Brockton in my head he looks like the author Bill Bryson!! Good crime story and a decent page turner. "
— Jo, 11/21/2012 -
" I was lost in the first part of the book because I hadn't kept up with the series. Also, the story didn't really get going until you were some 70+ pages in. I forced myself to finish the book. This wasn't a great read for me. I was expecting a lot more from a bestseller. "
— Harlow, 5/11/2012 -
" Ugh, this book had too much boring FLUFF. I had to painfully skim through and wait until page 304/356 before it really became the thriller it could have been. "
— Sue, 10/24/2011 -
" A good book and I enjoy the series. "
— Sierra, 8/17/2011 -
" Generally I like this series, as I have read the previous books, but this one was boring. Did not learn much, this was about people selling body parts - stealing them from graves. "
— Kathryn, 7/16/2011 -
" I think this is the 4th book by these guys. Dr. Bill Bass & Jon Jefferson. They write together as Jefferson Bass. I loved the medical detail in this one. "
— Roo, 7/13/2011 -
" I loved this book. I love this series. This book has a personal twist that I really want to read the next one now, and the mystery is great as usual. It is definitely closely connected to the fourth one, so I suggest reading that first. But everything that happens in this book is so good. "
— Jennie, 4/21/2011 -
" almost as good as book 4. deals with tissue/bone theft. Cool book. "
— Paul, 3/28/2011 -
" Love, love, love this series of books! The characters are adorable and realistic, the stories always interesting. You do need to read the books in order because past events and people are mentioned ALOT!<br/><br/>Interesting story line and definitely kept me guessing up until the end! "
— Sarah, 3/24/2011 -
" Really good reading. I've read all in this 'series' and all are good! "
— Jim, 1/29/2011 -
" very good read from cover to cover...this one had Bill in big trouble, but left unanswered questions, so I can look forward to another volume. I feel like Bill Brockton is a firned... "
— Katherine, 1/26/2011 -
" Interesting fun read. Second I've read in the series and looking forward to reading more. "
— Lisa, 1/1/2011 -
" 3.5. I've enjoyed all their books, like the local Knoxville setting. This one is better than the last, lots of good tension. "
— Leslie, 12/12/2010 -
" Another great book in this series. Can't wait to read the next one! "
— Amanda, 12/11/2010 -
" A nice book to pick up and read when I had a little time. Not to hard to put down but a good read.<br/> "
— Leona, 11/23/2010 -
" not as good as the previous ones. "
— Odile, 11/13/2010 -
" Competent forensic crime novel. A two man team, Jefferson is an established author and Bass is the real-life creator of the "Body Farm." "
— Karen, 9/23/2010 -
" never fails to hold my interest throughout the book "
— Kimberly, 9/19/2010 -
" I made it through The Bone Thief. It's an okay read. "
— Noeljensen, 8/24/2010 -
" Generally I like this series, as I have read the previous books, but this one was boring. Did not learn much, this was about people selling body parts - stealing them from graves. "
— Kathryn, 8/7/2010
About Jefferson Bass
Jefferson Bass is the writing team of Dr. Bill Bass and Jon Jefferson. Dr. Bass, a world-renowned forensic anthropologist, founded the University of Tennessee’s Anthropology Research Facility—the Body Farm—a quarter century ago. He is the author or coauthor of more than two hundred scientific publications, as well as a critically acclaimed memoir about his career at the Body Farm, Death’s Acre. He is also a dedicated teacher, honored as National Professor of the Year by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education.
About Dan Woren
Dan Woren is an American voice actor and Earphones Award–winning narrator. He has worked extensively in animation, video games, and feature films. He is best known for his many roles in anime productions such as Bleach and as the voice of Sub-Zero in the video game Mortal Kombat.