From New York Times bestselling author Tony Hillerman comes another unforgettable mystery in which Leaphorn & Chee must race against the clock to solve two brutal murders. “[Hillerman’s] clowns are . . . every bit as raucous, profane, and funny as Shakespeare’s.”—New York Times Book ReviewDuring a kachina ceremony at the Tano Pueblo, the antics of a dancing koshare fill … Review
During a kachina ceremony at the Tano Pueblo, the antics of a dancing koshare fill the air with tension. Moments later, the clown is found bludgeoned to death, in the same manner a reservation schoolteacher was killed only days before.
Officer Jim Chee and Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn believe that answers lie in the sacred clown’s final cryptic message to the Tano people. But to decipher it, the two Navajo policemen may have to delve into closely guarded tribal secrets—on a sinister trail of blood that links a runaway, a holy artifact, corrupt Indian traders, and a pair of dead bodies.
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Hillerman is always a good read.
I love all of Tony Hillerman books. He has opened my eyes to another culture.
love what Tony tells us about the Indian culture along with a interesting story
A good plot with great characters
I enjoy Hillerman’s characters and realistic stories. I’ve read all of his Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee mysteries.
classic tony hlllerman always fascinating and enjoyable to learn more about navajo culture
Vintage Hillerman. Beautifully written, sympathetic and informative. High marks.
I have read all of Hillerman’s novels and the characters of Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee are two of the greatest pleasures I have discovered in the realm of fiction. Every book was a joy to read and re-read and I always looked forward to the next release, secure in the fact that I would once more be transported to the Navajo reservation and totally absorbed in his effortless story.
I would urge anyone who hasn’t to read them all in order as some references and characters recur in later books and serves to provide more flavor, detail and reality. He was a master of the craft and I miss him.
Love all the Navajo information
His books are believable
I enjoy reading Tony Hillerman’s books and his daughter, Ann Hillerman’s, too.
This was a good book. It had a good storyline and great info about American Indians. I like the interactions between Chee & Leaphorn.
I love all of Hillerman’s books. They are so well written and the characters are interesting and well fleshed out.
Love all his book. Turning legend real before your eyes. Educational. Fun to learn Native American traditions and have legends part of a good story. Recommend all his books…lol
Any Hillerman book is going to be great!
I enjoy all of Hillerman books. Especially Joe Leaphorn.
I love Hellerman and I hope that his daughter continues the tradition.
Hillerman knows the southwestern Indians and bring them to life realistically
Typical Tony Hillerman. Great character development, story line, and info on culture of the southwest.
Always fun to read about the Navaho and their approach to life. Holds yourinterest
I love Tony Hillerman books. I love to read about the Southwest and it’s original inhabitants. Mr. Hillerman is very knowledgeable about the culture and geography and uses is asa fascinating background to criminal activity.