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City of Bones (Harry Bosch, #8; Harry Bosch Universe, #10)

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Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller Fiction Mystery & Thriller Suspense

by Michael Connelly

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4.04 (25.1K ratings)
calendar_today 2002
description 416 pages

City of Bones by Michael Connelly holds a highly rated rating of 4.04 out of 5, based on 25.1K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 416 pages.

About City of Bones

Detective Harry Bosch tears open a 20-year-old murder case - with an explosive ending that leave all Bosch fans hungrily awaiting the next instalment.When the bones of a twelve-year-old boy are found scattered in the Hollywood Hills, Harry Bosch is drawn into a case that brings up the darkest memories from his own haunted past. The bones have been buried for years, but the cold case doesn't deter Bosch. Unearthing hidden stories, he finds the child's identity and reconstructs his fractured life, determined that he not be forgotten.At the same time, a new love affair with a female cop begins to blossom for Bosch - until a stunningly blown mission leaves him in more trouble than ever before in his turbulent career. The investigation races to a shocking conclusion and leaves Bosch on the brink of an unimaginable decision.

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Author Michael Connelly
Published 2002
Pages 416
Genres Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense
Average Rating 4.04 / 5.00
Total Ratings 25,096

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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25.1K ratings
With a rating of 4.04, City of Bones is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs on par.

How It Compares

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3.95
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is City of Bones?

City of Bones is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is City of Bones worth reading?

Based on 25.1K reader ratings, City of Bones has an average score of 4.04 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is City of Bones?

City of Bones has 416 pages.

Who wrote City of Bones?

City of Bones was written by Michael Connelly. It was first published in 2002.

What is the ISBN for City of Bones?

The ISBN-13 for City of Bones is 9780446699530.0.

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