Another great Temperance Brennan book by Reichs. This had the perfect blend of story, suspense and character development. Reichs has honed her writing over the years to provide readers with just enough forensic science that keeps me interested but doesn't bog me down with things I don't quite understand.

Yes, I read the series. Yes, I like the books even better than the TV show--
Why? Because of the richness of the characters in the book and the wonderful way Reichs has developed them over the years. They age, they learn. The love interest is there but has some bumpy ties--as in this book, but the strength of the relationship and the maturity of the characters keeps it alive--and oh yes, the mystery. That's why I started to read the series and I must say, I am never disappointed. Reichs, in this installment, adds fire to the mix and the pace roars along like a wildfire, slowing just enough for us to keep up. Plot twists are never hard turns--they are logical always, but logically often obscured by other action leaving both us and for. Brennan in the dark for a short while.
Dialog--excellent--very believable
Plot--intricate and well presented
mystery--first rate
Love the way she uses intro and epilog in her books in general but it was particularly well done in this one leaving also a hint that another mystery might pick up threads of the one unsolved case left on the coroner's slab.
If there is anything negative about this entry in the series perhaps it would be.....nope, no negatives. That said, I have not always given such fulsome praise--there have been installments that I felt missed the high mark this author sets for herself--but this one is not one of those. This mystery is first rate and likely I will reread it! Look forward to the next one!

This is a Mystery Thriller, and this is the 23rd book in the Temperance Brennan series. I have read some other books from this series before picking up this book, but I do think you can read this book as a standalone without any problems. I have trouble connecting to the main character in this book which did take away from me totally enjoying this book. I loved the mystery parts of the book, and I enjoyed getting into the mystery of this book. I received an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion about the book like all my reviews are.

A fun addition to the Temperance Brennan series! This time, Reichs moved her main character to D.C., which worked for the story and gave some fresh air to a long-running series. A fun, quick read that brings in new aspects of the job. Not quite as good as the first novels in the series but a worthwhile read if you like to pick up Reich's newest each year.

Wow, I cannot believe that Fire and Bones by Kathy Reichs is the 23rd book in the Temperance Brennan series. It hit all the marks and was quite a satisfying read.

In this book, Tempe finds herself at the center of a Washington, DC, arson investigation that spawns deepening levels of mystery and, ultimately, violence. The story reminds me of the Berkeley, CA fire that happened at an unauthorized artist’s warehouse, where a young couple was found with his arms around his girlfriend in an attempt to protect her. Quite sad, as are the victims in this fire.

I love Tempe’s daughter, Katy. She’s down-to-earth and funny. The fire investigator, Burgos, was a very unlikable character, and I wasn’t sure about Deery at first, but I came to really like his character. I really wanted Skylar to be okay in the prologue.

I wasn’t sure what to think of Ryan and when he told Tempe he thought they needed a break.

There was so much going on in this book with the fires, the dead bodies, the subcellar victim etc. But overall, Fire and Bones is a good addition to the Brennan series. The ending was satisfying.

Kathy Reichs is a master at blending a good storyline with suspense and forensic evidence. I would recommend this book and this series. I am looking forward to seeing what happens next in Tempe's life.

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Kathy Reichs always delivers a story you can’t put down. This one takes place in our nation’s capital with several fires being set and victims Temperance must identify. The descriptions make you feel as if you’re right there trying to solve the mystery. The personal relationships add depth to the character that makes me coming back for more. I wish I didn’t have to wait another year for the next story.

This is a continuation of Temperance Brenan’s life and her work. She and her boyfriend, Ryan, are supposed to get together, but she gets called to Washington D.C. for a new case. This involves working with new people in Washington and some of her regular colleagues in Charlotte. This book has lots of twists and turns and I highly recommend reading it!

Tempe Brennan is back to it; does she ever get a rest? Perhaps not my favorite of Kathy Reichs books, but it is still a page turner! Fans will not be disappointed. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc, in exchange for an honest review.

Another great mystery. Tempe is pretty much on her own in this one, little of the periferal characters but good news side characters and an interesting set of mysteries to solve. I enjoyed this quick read.

So fun to get to review the new Kathy Reichs book! While not my favorite of her books I really enjoyed the story. Her books are always quick reads for me. The case was interesting and the location different. And she managed to not get as injured as some of the other books! Being called in to help with an arson investigation and staying to try to find out a victims identity was very much Temperance. The new characters were compelling. My one question is how is Birdie still going strong, shouldn’t he be like 30 by now? lol.

Fans of the Temperance Brennan series by Kathy Reichs ( and who isn’t) will welcome the 23rd installment of the series, Fire and Bones. Tempe is called to Washington, DC to help with the bodies of four who were burned in a devastating fire. When Tempe arrives and inspects the scene, she also discovers a body that has been in the basement for almost 80 years that is in a burlap sack. Anyone who knows Tempe, knows that she can’t leave until she solves the mystery of the old corpse. During her stay, she stays with Ivy Doyle, a friend of her daughter, Katy. who is a journalist, and they pair up to investigate both the burned bodies and the dead woman from the basement.
As expected, Reichs does an excellent job of developing not only main characters, but she also makes the sub characters seem real. These include Ivy, her boyfriend, a narcissistic fireman who is in charge of the investigation, and a police detective who is very difficult to work with. The story is easy to follow, although it doesn’t seem to have the pizzazz in some of Reichs’ previous novels. However, it is still worth reading, as most of us want to know what is going on in Tempe’s life. Tempe and Ryan’s (her longtime boyfriend) relationship isn’t the best, and Tempe puts herself in danger while sleuthing.
All told, this isn’t Reichs’ best, but it is still better than many written by popular authors out there. This novel is a quick read, as it’s shorter than Reichs’ usual.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

I love a Kathy Reichs book, and am always on pins and needles for her next Tempe title. The book kept me guessing and the story tied together well.

The latest book featuring Dr Tempe Brennan does not disappoint. I have read the entire series. As usual we have some Tempe and Ryan and a great mystery to solve. This one taking us to our nations capital. Definitely recommend

This is my first Tempe Brennan novel but now that I am a fan of this character I will start at the beginning of this series so I can discover the character’s growth and murder cases. I enjoyed Tempe’s quick wit and inner thoughts. She is a brilliant and strong female lead. It can be very descriptive in the details of the autopsies. Overall, this was a great read. I will recommend this book.

A solid entry in this long-running series. If you expect Tempe to put herself in questionable situations, as usual, you won't be disappointed.

Have long enjoyed Temperance Brennan in Kathy Reichs’ ‘Bones’ books and the latest, Fire and Bones, is no exception. In this thriller set largely in Washington, DC, Temperance consults on a series of arson cases. The past intermingles with the present, leading to a surprising ending with multiple plot lines exploding at once. A great read!

Thanks to NetGalley and Scribner for the opportunity to read this ARC.

This is Temperance Brennan’s 23rd outing, and even though I have been a fan from the very beginning, I was somewhat disappointed in this particular one.

Temperance is called to Washington D. C. to aid in the investigation of multiple fire victims, stumbles on an additional body by accident and using her expertise in identifying burn remains does so with the thought of getting it done and over with. But she finds herself mired in the mystery of the surprise victim and like a dog with a bone she is off to the races.

I was bothered by her cynicism and sarcastic thoughts, plus she seemed more a detective than a forensic anthropologist. I came alive near the end when her exploits bring the case to a revealing conclusion.

I still think a combination Dr. Kay Scarpetta/Dr. Temperance Brennan book would be awesome!

This book will be published in August, 2024.

This plot really didn’t capture my interest as much as previous novels in the series. It seemed like a lot of waiting around without too much happening.

4 stars out of 5.

I really love this series and Kathy Reichs is an amazing author. While this book really drew me in at the beginning, I started to lose interest towards the middle. The last 25% of the book really picked up though and the ending was satisfying. Since this book does not take place in Charlotte or Montreal, the side characters of the series aren't really apart of this mystery. Tempe is amazing as always and I really enjoyed the new characters of the book. This book was just missing something and I can't put my finger on it. It was still a great read but I enjoyed the other most recent books in the series a lot better. Overall, I would still recommend it because of Kathy's writing style and her ability to tell a great story.

In Fire and Bones, Tempe is called to Washington DC to help with a building that was set ablaze. There were 4 fire victims recovered. Tempe is drawn to this building and the area so she goes into a deeper dive with new friend and reporter Ivy Doyle. They find out the building has had some sketchy owners over the years. Then, another building close by is set on fire plus a man associated with the building is gunned down. Tempe and Ivy set out to discover what is really going on and who would do this. It's definitely shocking when you get to the end!

Thank you Netgalley and Scribner for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. I have been a fan of Kathy reichs books about Tempe Brennan stories since the first one. While I enjoyed Fire and Bones I didn’t feel that it lived up to her past offerings. There was somewhat of a surprise ending which is always nice and some unfinished business that hopefully will lead to another book.