Book Review: River Bones
Posted: April 19, 2024 Filed under: Book Review, Books, Crime, Fiction, Mystery, Review, Suspense | Tags: Book Review, Crime Fiction, Mary Deal, mystery, River Bones, Suspense, Writing to be Read 10 Comments
About the Book
A serial killer is on the loose in Sacramento River Delta.
When Sara Mason returns to her hometown to start a new life, she learns that a murderer is terrorizing its residents. Despite battling difficult childhood memories, Sara is determined to make peace with her past.
But she soon learns that the elusive psychopath is now stalking her. Sara’s attempt to rebuild her life is hindered even more by the discovery of skeletal remains on her property. As the investigation focuses on several suspects, Sara discovers critical clues and bravely volunteers to be a decoy for the sheriff’s department.
Sara’s destiny has brought her back home, but will her decision lead her down a path lined with danger… and straight into the arms of a madman?
Purchase Link: https://www.amazon.com/River-Bones-Sara-Mason-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B076JDZJ8M/
My Review
The title and cover both drew me to this book, and I wasn’t disappointed. River Bones, by Mary Deal is a classic suspense thriller. This book carries a somber tone in setting and eerie feeling of mystery.
How many bones are hidden in the river’s depths? They are the bones of those who have been lost… and sometimes, they are found.
After many years away, the sale of the gaming software she developed sells and Sara returns to her hometown a wealthy woman. But there is a serial killer on the loose, which is unsetling to Sara but even moreso when dead bodies begin to turn up all around her. The human remains found on her property delays her restoration plans with police investigations, and it soon becomes clear that the killer is targeting Sara as his next victim.
Skillfully crafted and completely enthralling. I give River Bones five quills.
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Thank you, Kaye, for sharing your review. River Bones sounds like a great read, and the cover captures my attention. Gotta check it out!
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It is an intriguing story, Gwen. I’m sure you will enjoy it āŗļø
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Hi Kaye, this book sounds very exciting. Thanks for this review.
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My pleasure, Robbie. I truly enjoyed it. š
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Sounds so good!
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If you like mysteries or crime fiction, you will like this story, Janny. I hope you give it a try. š
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Hello Kaye. Thank you so much for enjoying River Bones and writing a spectacular review. This story takes place in my childhood hometown area. Residents were surprised that after being away for so long, they say still, I got the facts right, even down to the town gossip mill. LOL I hope your readers also enjoy this story and will read the other two books in the series. The last book is a stunner and one of my two best books, IMHO. Thank you again, so grateful.
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It was my pleasure, Mary. I very much enjoyed reading it. āŗļø
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