Forensic psychologist John Thorneycroft is hoping to enjoy his spring vacation with his colleague Chief Detective Inspector Fergus Lowry but finds himself confronted with a killer storm. The aftermath of the storm reveals not one but two human skulls in a bag. As Thorneycroft and Lowry try to unravel the mystery, they also have to deal with a prowler who dresses up in a devil’s costume.
Old Bones Buried Under is a very good police procedural which combines modern science and palaeontology together to good effect. Not only do the two men find themselves wrestling with what appears to be an unsolvable case but there is also a crisis of faith to deal with and a growing romance for one of them. While this is not an “edge of your seat” type of book it is in fact a good read. Readers are not overwhelmed with the issue about faith as it is in my opinion given enough hearing without being a burden. Lowry and Thorneycroft also have a very good relationship, which is evident from the interaction with one another. One might be forgiven for thinking that with such a title the focus of the book is predominately palaeontology, but this is not the case. As Thorneycroft investigates the old bones buried long ago and the lies and secrets surrounding them, he must also ascertain the reason for the crime and the means of a murderer.
This book is certainly worthy reading, especially if you are interested in palaeontology and even the romantic aspect in the book is not handled too heavily. Old Bones Buried Under will certainly be enjoyed by those who also enjoy reading the Wesley Peterson series by Kate Ellis.
My only problem with this book is that the ending came too fast.
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Ayo Onatade