Dry Bones

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Historical FictionCrimePolice ProceduralWesternConspiracyThought-ProvokingGrittySuspensefulAtmosphericCritically AcclaimedLaw EnforcementDiscussion WorthyBook Club DiscussionThrillerMysteryBook ClubInvestigativeIntrigueSecrets

Dry Bones

Craig Johnson

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Sheriff Walt Longmire is presented with a chilling puzzle when scattered human remains surface in a desolate Wyoming locale, hinting at a long-buried secret. What initially seems like a case of animal activity quickly unravels into something far more significant, pointing to a historical enigma connected to a fabled lost gold mine and a notorious outlaw group from a bygone era. As Walt meticulously pieces together the fragmented clues, he finds himself ensnared in a dangerous modern-day conspiracy that echoes the greed and violence of the past, forcing him to confront the enduring power of history. At the heart of the narrative is Walt Longmire, the thoughtful and steadfast sheriff who navigates the rugged landscape and complex human dramas with quiet resolve. He is supported by his loyal friends and deputies, including the imposing Henry Standing Bear and the sharp Deputy Vic Moretti, who help him confront both the present dangers and the historical shadows. The story delves into themes of how the past continues to shape the present, the corrosive nature of avarice, and the clash between tradition and modernity on the unforgiving Western frontier. Readers are drawn into the novel by its atmospheric portrayal of Wyoming, the intellectual challenge of solving a mystery that spans centuries, and Walt's enduring integrity as he seeks justice against formidable odds.

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Publisher

Viking

Pages

306

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780525426936

ISBN-10

0525426930

Language

English

Published

2015-01-01