This One is Okay, But….
First, let me note that I received an advanced reading copy of this book. Second, let me state that all opinions herein are mine, and are not influenced by the previous statement.
A Baby’s Bones is not a book to read lightly; it requires concentration, patience, and attention to detail. It is the first book in a new series by Rebecca Alexander, featuring Sage Westfield, a female archæologist. It’s a good read, but the subject matter gets a bit grisly in places, so I would say it’s not for the squeamish or faint of heart.
I felt the book started slowly and, at first, I didn’t much like any of the characters except Sage’s mother. Still, as I read, it grew more interesting, especially the historical mystery within the contemporary one. The ending was pretty satisfying, although I had figured out the historical mystery. However, the modern-day mystery had a somewhat different solution than the clues led me to believe, so that was cool.
My other nit to pick is that I would love to see a series with a female protagonist where she doesn’t meet a romantic partner in the first book. It would be wonderful to have a female detective/cop/etc., who doesn’t need a man (or woman) in the background. However, that is a personal preference, and should not keep anyone from reading this book and, indeed, this series.
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