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Synopsis
Recovering from amnesia, Dr. Arthur Calgary discovers that he alone could have provided an alibi in a scandalous murder trial. It ended in the conviction of Jacko Argyle. The victim was Jacko's own mother, and to make matters worse, he died in prison. But the young man's innocence means that someone else killed the Argyle matriarch, and would certainly kill again to remain in the shadows. Shaded in the moral ambiguity of murder, the provocative psychological puzzler of guilt, vengeance, and blood secrets is among Agatha Christie's personal favorites.
Is Burning Bones appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This psychological mystery explores murder, wrongful conviction, and moral ambiguity with moderate suspense and mature themes. Violence is referenced rather than graphic, suitable for older teens and adults who enjoy classic whodunits.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death of parent, and amnesia.
Who'll love this
Teens who love classic murder mysteries and psychological puzzles will be drawn into this twisty tale of amnesia and uncovering dark family secrets.