The Reconstruction
by Karl Wiegers
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Pub Date Sep 10 2017 | Archive Date Jun 21 2018
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Description
When forensic sculptor Jessica Sanford of Portland, Oregon, completes a forensic facial reconstruction on unidentified remains found in a forest grave, she is shocked to discover that she has a close personal connection to the victim. Jessica is then driven to identify the victim, to confirm their relationship, and to deliver justice for her death.
Jessica cleverly exploits connections from her past in her quest for the victim's identity. Once she understands their link, Jessica finds herself more immersed in this case than in anything she has done before. Those involved in the apparent homicide are still out there--and Jessica intends to find them. Her relationships, her career, and her life are at risk as she strives to reconstruct the victim's last days.
Not just about uncovering a crime and hunting the suspects, The Reconstruction is also about a young woman's search for her own identity. Jessica is a strong, independent woman who strives to balance her career, her passions, and her social life. The reader accompanies Jessica as she applies all of her skills and all of her smarts to try to solve the mystery of a lifetime.
Readers who enjoy suspenseful mysteries and forensics procedurals will find The Reconstruction engrossing.
Advance Praise
"Engaging plot, well-written characters, and a virtual tour of Portland (OR) and environs make this book a lot of fun to read. The concept is creative and original, and it's obvious that the author put a lot of time and attention into his research, in order to make the details both vivid and realistic. I was hooked on this novel from the initial murder scene, right up to the ending that left me literally wanting more!"
"The Reconstruction is a carefully constructed tale of life and death. Karl Wiegers writes with clarity that is deceptive, for it masks the rich detail about crime, detection, facial reconstruction, adoption, nightlife, and the Pacific Northwest. Jessica Sanford, the main character, is a woman of action, and this story moves along at a good pace. Furthermore, this succinct story lingers with the reader after the last page is read."
"The author breaks the formula for traditional mystery stories by disclosing in the first few pages, who died, who the killers were, why they did it, and how they disposed of the body. And yet, there is still a fascinating mystery to be told. Wow. As I read this detective story, I was fascinated to notice how, when I put this book down to go do other things, I kept thinking about the book. I’d mull over the story, the characters, the emotions, the clues, and try to anticipate where the story might go next. "
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9780999205303 |
| PRICE | $4.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Valerie J, Reviewer
I didn't think I was going to like it based on the first chapter but boy the rest of the book was intense. I really enjoyed reading this book, The only complaint that I have is that the author ended it with Jessica unknowingly in danger & no clues as to what happens next.! Does Jessica live, are the killers caught, do they kill Jessica? So many questions... I can't wait to read the next book which hopefully answer these questions. #TheReconstruction #NetGalley
Marie A, Reviewer
What would you do if you were doing a forensic reconstruction and the face that came up was........you? Jessica was adopted when she was a child and is now an adult who never knew who her biological parents. She finds she has a twin sister who was murdered. Trying too find the killers, she puts herself in danger. The killers are looking for her and they have found her. What now. Will she get away or will she die like her sister? This book was well written with a lot of suspense and mystery. It does end in a cliff hanger. Awaiting the next book. I received this book from Net Galley for an honest review and no compensation
Laurie B, Educator
8 stars- This is the first time I have even heard of the author and I am so glad I chose this book. It was unlike anything that I have read in a really long time. I loved it. The idea of a this book was so intense and fascinating. The plot development and details made this such a suspenseful book. Who is the person behind the reconstruction? Is it solve a old crime or add suspense to a new one? Thank you for allowing me to read this book and write ab out it NetGalley and Karl Wiegers.
Mary N, Reviewer
I received a copy from NetGalley and the publisher and this is my honest review. I found this to be a very well-written puzzle with new elements of forensics added. It was a multi-faceted story with good characters. I will be looking for more from this author.
Angelica D, Reviewer
I really liked the thought of people reconstructing faces of those who have passed in order to find out who they are and what their story was.
It was a really unfortunate way of finding out about a person's existence but at least Jessica found one of the biggest missing pieces in her life.
I wanted Jessica to find out about what Nikki had been doing during her last moments and who she was with.
The only thing I was disappointed about was how it ended. I guess I wanted to find out more about what was going to happen after she meets them.
Thank you for this novel! This was the reason I looked forward to my train rides XD
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