Book Review: The Bones of You

The Bones of You by Debbie Howells

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


A slightly unusual murder mystery this novel, it's more a psychological look at the effects of murder on a community and the friends of the bereaved. It is also a study in childhood neglect.

Rosie, perfect oldest daughter in a perfect family, in a delightful comfortable village, disappears. Some days later her body is found and everyone begins to unravel. The story is told by Kate, friend of the bereaved family, but there are chapters by...