Nora Kelly, Book 2
Synopsis: Following OLD BONES, the second “happily anticipated” new thriller in Preston & Child’s new series will once again feature Nora Kelly, archaeologist at the Santa Fe Archeological Institute, and FBI Agent Corrie Swanson investigating a new case that requires both their skills (Booklist).
After a shoot-out Swanson is involved in leaves a senior FBI agent gravely wounded, Corrie finds herself under investigation. Her supervisor assures her she’s not to blame and the black mark on her record will be cleared in short order. But Corrie finds herself shake her overwhelming guilt.
As a distraction, she takes on a new case involving a fifty-year-old, mummified corpse discovered in a hidden enclave at High Lonesome, a long-abandoned New Mexico ghost town. Quickly out of her depth, she quickly realizes she needs the help of her foe-turned-ally, archaeologist Nora Kelly, who soon uncovers a startling truth: the deceased had been poisoned, and died clutching a priceless artifact from outside High Lonesome.
Review: I enjoyed the first book in the series, and I have to say I had an even better time with this one.
Nora Kelly and Corrie Swanson find themselves on a brand new investigation. A looter has dug up a body that appears to have been left there decades ago. But the man also carries a golden cross that attracts a lot of attention. When the army gets involved, things get complicated.
I loved following this investigation mixing apaches, nuclear tests, abandoned mining towns and murders. How to resist? It was exciting to get into this story and I couldn’t wait to find out what happens next.
This second volume was a nice discovery and I am very curious to dive into volume 3 to find out what the authors have in store for us next.
Silvia
I’m glad this second instalment was even better than the first book, and I’m keeping my fingers crossed for an even more wonderful third volume! 😀
Carole @ Carole's Random Life
This sounds like a great series! I have read Lincoln Child’s work before but haven’t had a chance to read any of the books written with Douglas Preston yet.
Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewer
I love the sound of this and the series. Adding to my wishlist.
Joyousreads
Preston Child is another author I really want to read. This sounds like a good series.
Sophia Rose
Definitely sounds like one I’d like too especially the investigation in the ghost town.
Anne - Books of My Heart
I really want to try this author after reading your reviews of their books!
Mary Kirkland
That sounds really good, I’m glad you liked it.
Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum
They write so many books, amazing they can keep up the excellent quality!
Carole Rae
apaches, nuclear tests, abandoned mining towns and murders??? Woah!