There is a patch of ground in Tennessee dedicated to the science of death, where human remains lie exposed to be studied for their secrets. The real-life scientist who founded the “Body Farm” has broken cold cases and revolutionized forensics . . . and now he spins an astonishing tale inspired by his own experiences.Renowned anthropologist Dr. Bill Brockton has spent his career surrounded by … surrounded by death at the Body Farm. Now he’s being called upon to help solve a baffling puzzle in a remote mountain community. The mummified corpse of a young woman dead for thirty years has been discovered in a cave, the body bizarrely preserved and transformed by the environment’s unique chemistry. But Brockton’s investigation is threatening to open old wounds among an insular people who won’t forget or forgive. And a long-buried secret prematurely exposed could inflame Brockton’s own guilt—and the dangerous hostility of bitter enemies determined to see him fail . . . by any means necessary.
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Dr. Bass is part of my Cities and University of Tennessee history. I grew up across the river from where he would make the body farm. I was familiar with the stadium where his offices were. I followed all the cases he worked on in the news. The books are about real incidents, some names and places have been changed, but I remember them all.
I didn’t finish this book, it was too technical. I don’t want to rate it because some people might like all the details.
I always enjoy his books. I’m from the field so it is very realistic with good characters.
The Body Farm novels in this series present an amazing look at forensics through fiction. They are loosely based on real cases (or a mash-up of several cases) that Dr. Bass participated in. This particular story tells about a woman in a cave for thirty years and how her decomposition is highly unusual. The story unravels from there. Excellent …
Interesting how bones can tell the manner of death
I really enjoy books that combine a good yarn with something informative along the way. I had heard once before about the idea of using bodies to determine time of death, source of injuries, etc. So this book was a nice intro to the body farm as well as a good story. Even if you’re squeamish, this will be a nice read.
I enjoy this author.
A great read for fans of the forensic anthropology and crime lab genre. Good old boys and girls messing with corpses, unraveling clues and working on the darker side of Southern living.
Written by two men, both qualified in their field, the realism in this book makes it a real page turner.
Great series! All about things I had no knowledge of.
Dr.s Scarpetta and Brennen welcome the new doctor..
I love bone books. Patricia Cornwall & Kathy Reich are 2 of my favorites. Now I have discovered Jefferson Bass.
This book was definitely entertaining. It gave me just enough to keep me interested, but at the same time it took me longer than usual to finish it. That may also be because I didn’t have time to pick it up except for an hour here and there.
I did like how they made it realistic. I have heard of a body farm, but it was interesting to actually …
Every book in this series is great
This series never fails to intrigue.
I think I’m on about the fifth Body Farm book .. can’t put them down.
Love Jefferson bass
I have read several books over my lifetime that talked about this body farm. I enjoyed this book mainly because I it related to the body farm and the people involved with the actual body farm. It is a great story and very interesting. Characters feel like they are in the room with you.
I enjoy this author because of the educational value of his writing and the things that go into finding the truth. Perhaps less thrilling than CSI but certainly more revealing and realistic.
I am a great fan of the Jefferson Bass series. I was intrigued by the Body Farm long before this series began. I have enjoyed every book in this series so far and anxiously await the next. Jon Jefferson’s parents were friends of mine at our church and I feel a special kindred relationship with these books; however, I have been a fan of murder …