Dry Bones in the Valley A Novel
Dry Bones in the Valley A Novel by Tom Bouman is a first edition published by National Geographic Books on April 7, 2015. This 288-page work of fiction delves into the mystery genre, presenting a gripping narrative centered around an elderly recluse who stumbles upon a corpse on his property. Officer Henry Farrell becomes embroiled in a murder investigation that threatens to disrupt the tranquility of his small community in rural Pennsylvania.
Readers will encounter a chilling exploration of the impact of gas drilling on local relationships and trust. The novel introduces Officer Henry Farrell, a character poised to become a notable figure in detective fiction. As the story unfolds, it reveals the complexities of a community grappling with change and the darker undercurrents that can surface in seemingly peaceful settings.
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Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Mystery/Thriller
Winner of the Edgar Award for Best First Novel
When an elderly recluse discovers a corpse on his land, Officer Henry Farrell is drawn into a murder investigation that might tear his sleepy community apart. Tom Bouman’s chilling and evocative debut introduces one of the most memorable new characters in detective fiction and uncovers a haunting section of rural Pennsylvania, where gas drilling is bringing new wealth and eroding neighborly trust.
Dry Bones in the Valley is the first book in the Henry Farrell series. Tom Bouman’s Officer Farrell returns in Fateful Mornings.
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