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How close are you to the characters you create? Also, sorry to see Bones end it’s run on tv.

Kathy Reichs I did base Tempe in certain ways on myself, although she’s got her own quirks and flaws, which are strictly hers, not mine (haha). I was also sorry to see Bones end, but we had a good run! 12 seasons isn't too bad.

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How did you get into the forensic anthropologist line of work? My daughter is very interested in pursuing it when she goes to college in 2 years based in part on your works.

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How close are you to the characters you create? Also, sorry to see Bones end it’s run on tv.

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