City of Bones (Harry Bosch, #8; Harry Bosch Universe, #11)
City of Bones (Harry Bosch, #8; Harry Bosch Universe, #11)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
BetaCity of Bones (Harry Bosch, #8; Harry Bosch Universe, #11)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006408
Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime FictionLos Angeles, California • 2000s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
City of Bones by Michael Connelly follows detective Harry Bosch as he investigates the discovery of a child's bones on a Los Angeles hillside. The decades-old skeleton leads Bosch into a convoluted and emotionally charged case, digging deep into family secrets and systemic failures.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Michael Connelly's City of Bones captivates with its gripping plot and complex protagonist, Detective Harry Bosch. Readers praise it for its intense pacing and meticulous detail, though some find the narrative occasionally predictable. The blend of mystery and emotional depth makes it a compelling read despite minor pacing issues.
Who Should Read City of Bones (Harry Bosch, #8; Harry Bosch Universe, #11)?
Fans of Michael Connelly's City of Bones will likely enjoy complex crime thrillers with deeply developed characters. Similar to readers of James Patterson's Alex Cross series and Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta novels, they are drawn to gripping plots, forensic intrigue, and morally ambiguous detectives.
76,811 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
408
Novel • Fiction
•
Mystery & Crime FictionLos Angeles, California • 2000s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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