- Hardcover: 352 pages
- Publisher: Bantam Press; First Edition edition (1 Aug 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0978059E12
- ISBN-13: 978-0593055243
- ASIN: 0593055241
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15 x 3.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 457,821 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The terrifying new crime thriller from the bestselling author of The Chemistry of Death.
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‘I took the skull from its evidence bag and gently set it on the stainless steel table. ‘Tell me who you are...’ Forensic anthropologist Dr David Hunter should be at home in London with the woman he loves. Instead, as a favour to a beleaguered colleague, he’s on the remote Hebridean island of Runa to inspect a grisly discovery. Hunter has witnessed death in many guises, but even he is shocked by what he finds: a body almost totally incinerated but for the feet and a single hand. Could it be a textbook case of spontaneous human combustion? The local police are certain it’s an accidental death but Hunter is not convinced. Examining the scorched remains, he finds the evidence he feared. It's clear to him that this was no accident, this was murder. But as the small, isolated community considers the enormity of Hunter’s findings, a catastrophic storm hits the island. The power goes down, communication with the mainland ceases, and then the killing begins in earnest... Exploding in a series of violent acts and shocking twists, this is the compelling new crime thriller from a brilliant British storyteller.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got this book as I enjoyed reading Beckett's first book, 'The Chemistry of Death.'
Written in Bone is an excellent 2nd book, with great twists at the end. Again we meet Dr Hunter, now a forensic anthropologist who goes to a remote Scottish island as a body has been found, working with a drunk police officer, a new and young police officer and a retired DI who found the body. They end up cut off from the mainland because of a storm, which Beckett describes so well you just want to get warm. You get to know the island's locals along with Dr Hunter, and I personally changed my mind over who the killer was several times! The ending was quite unexpected, however now as shocking if you've read the 1st book. The last 3 pages have made me very eager to read his next book which will hopefully see Dr Hunter again!
Written in Bone is an excellent 2nd book, with great twists at the end. Again we meet Dr Hunter, now a forensic anthropologist who goes to a remote Scottish island as a body has been found, working with a drunk police officer, a new and young police officer and a retired DI who found the body. They end up cut off from the mainland because of a storm, which Beckett describes so well you just want to get warm. You get to know the island's locals along with Dr Hunter, and I personally changed my mind over who the killer was several times! The ending was quite unexpected, however now as shocking if you've read the 1st book. The last 3 pages have made me very eager to read his next book which will hopefully see Dr Hunter again!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I actually really liked this book. Far better than any Scarpettas I've read in recent years. Yes, there were far too many twists - how many killers can there be on such a small island??? - but it was a good read and didn't make me angry, unlike a few crime novels I've read this year
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Dr David Hunter is back in Simon Beckett's second crime novel. This time forensic anthropologist Hunter has been sent to the remote Scottish island of Runa to discover whether a body found there is suspicious. On finding the corpse almost completely destroyed by fire Hunter decides that there is a strong case for murder. Unfortunately, a storm has hit and all communication to the mainland is down meaning that the murderer is stuck on the island. With a potentially dangerous criminal trapped, Hunter must use all his investigative skills, with the aid of a retired police officer, to stop events before things escalate beyond control.
Simon Beckett proved with his debut `The Chemistry of Death' that he is an accomplished crime author. That book did not add anything to the genre, but managed to be a gripping crime novel because the writing was so good. `Written in Bone' is exactly the same in this way as the case itself is pretty well trodden, but the writing is great. I am not as willing to let clichés go unpunished as this is Beckett's 2nd attempt and he must learn to discover his own voice. You knew that the island was going to be cut off at some point and its hammy story elements like this that jar you slightly from the book. However, despite these flaws the overall book is exciting and well written with a bunch of suspects meaning that you never know who dunnit until the last minute. Beckett is continuing to prove that he is a crime author to watch.
Simon Beckett proved with his debut `The Chemistry of Death' that he is an accomplished crime author. That book did not add anything to the genre, but managed to be a gripping crime novel because the writing was so good. `Written in Bone' is exactly the same in this way as the case itself is pretty well trodden, but the writing is great. I am not as willing to let clichés go unpunished as this is Beckett's 2nd attempt and he must learn to discover his own voice. You knew that the island was going to be cut off at some point and its hammy story elements like this that jar you slightly from the book. However, despite these flaws the overall book is exciting and well written with a bunch of suspects meaning that you never know who dunnit until the last minute. Beckett is continuing to prove that he is a crime author to watch.
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WRITTEN IN BONE
I have now read the four books in the series about Dr. Hunter, by SIMON BECKETT. They are the best novels I have read for a while.They have a good balance between detail and flow. Read more
Published 27 days ago by judypam
Written In Bone
Dr David Hunter is called to an isolated Scottish island community to examine some remains. Soon more people start being killed. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Rich
A good read
This is my first read of novels by Simon Beckett and was impressed by the main character Dr David Hunter. Read more
Published 4 months ago by SD
Had potential
This book had potential. It displayed good plot, pace and tension, and I liked the choice of location. However, the good writing and story were spoilt by the ending. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Emanon
Keeps you guessing until the very end
This thriller, the second in the series featuring Dr David Hunter, follows on from the first as being a tense, gripping read that keeps you guessing until the very, very end. Read more
Published 11 months ago by J. Milton
A promise fulfilled
Having read - devoured, actually - "The Chemistry of Death", I was on tenterhooks to read this second in the "David Hunter" series, and for more than one reason. Read more
Published 13 months ago by I. Souter
Written In Bone - brilliant!
I'm willing to admit we all have different tastes in reading, but the low reviews for this book leave me flabbergasted. Read more
Published 15 months ago by judith roycroft
Good, Clean Book
Book arrived from this retailer before the expected delivery date, well packaged and in the condition described. Have used this retailer before.
Published 16 months ago by Chris
Simon Beckett
Service and postage quick and reliable. The book, written in bone, is one of the best I have ever read! I would highly recommend the seller and the author, Simon Beckett.
Published 18 months ago by D. Middleton
Good start, poor finish
The first three quarters or so of the book were very good (although the mix between the telling between the first person and then the third person would have been OK except that... Read more
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