by Kathy Reichs
Part of Temperance Brennan, book 3
First published 2001
Temperance Brennan discovers a young girl's body that connects to Montreal's violent biker wars. The forensic anthropologist finds herself drawn into the deadly conflict between rival motorcycle gangs fighting for territory and drug trade control. As Brennan examines more victims, she uncovers a pattern that puts her directly in the crosshairs of dangerous criminals. Her investigation leads her through Montreal's underground world where gang members settle disputes with bullets and bombs. The case becomes personal when the violence threatens those closest to her. Brennan must use her scientific expertise and investigative skills to stop the killings before she becomes the next target. The anthropologist faces a race against time as the body count rises and the gangs escalate their brutal war.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, thriller
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: personal-stakes, race-against-time
Setting: Montreal
368 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Pocket Star
Content warnings: murder, violence