The Bone Collector
by Jeffery Deaver
Synopsis:
Lincoln Rhyme, formerly head of Central Investigation and
Resource Division for the NYPD and author, is currently a homebound and
withdrawn quadriplegic after a work-related accident has left him paralyzed; and,
he is trying to plan his suicide. A
former coworker enlists his help in stopping a serial killer who is abducting
New Yorkers, putting them in life-threatening situations and leaving clues of
where to find the next victim. Working
out of his bedroom, Rhyme relies on police officer Amelia Sachs to be his eyes
and ears at the crime scenes. He has
insisted she work the scenes even though she is inexperienced and doesn’t want
to be involved. During this time, the
United Nations is having a convention and this only heightens the fears of both
the police and the public. The bone
collector is a serial killer who has a frightening fascination with bones, is
deranged and has an obsession with a book of historical New York crimes which
he appears to be reliving. Will Rhyme
and Sachs be able to stop him in time?
This is a first in the Lincoln Rhyme suspense series. This book has also been made into a movie
starring Denzel Washington.
Suspense Genre
Elements:
Fast Paced—The novel skips from several points of view: Lincoln Rhyme (protagonist), Amelia Sachs
(secondary protagonist) and the serial killer
Narrow time frame—The
Bone Collector begins on Friday at 10:30 pm and ends on Monday at 10:00
pm. Each chapter starts with the day and
times that the chapter begins and ends.
Begins with a hook—The novel starts with the first abduction
from the point of view of the victim.
Unknown Danger Resolved Through Confrontation—Towards the
end of the novel, Rhyme determines the killer is one of his trusted circle who
happens to be in the room alone with him.
Specific Subject—The novel centers around the NYPD Police.
Level of Violence—The book has a moderate amount of
violence. It is very disturbing and that
bothered me a lot more than the violence.
Read-a-likes (Series)
·
Thomas Harris, Hannibal Lecter Series
·
James Patterson, NYPD Red and Alex Cross Series
·
John Sandford, Prey Series
·
Thomas Perry, Jane Whitefield Series
I must say that I would have found this book disturbing as well. I think the cover accurately portrays the novel. You have made it sound very compelling however, and I am very intrigued to read it and discover what happens!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Jane. Your description of the book is very intriguing, although the potential for disturbing thoughts seems quite high. I haven't seen the movie, have you?
ReplyDeleteI saw it years ago. Here's an Amazon link to the movie http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0783240295/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1454295184&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=the+bone+collector&dpPl=1&dpID=51H5Y1NXVWL&ref=plSrch
DeleteI saw it years ago. Here's an Amazon link to the movie http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0783240295/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1454295184&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=the+bone+collector&dpPl=1&dpID=51H5Y1NXVWL&ref=plSrch
DeleteI have always been interested in reading this book, but now I am not sure, because I also am not of a fan of anything described as disturbing. If this book has too many details of the murders, then count me out.Your synopsis was very detailed as it gives enough information without giving away the ending.
DeleteI have always been interested in reading this book, but now I am not sure, because I also am not of a fan of anything described as disturbing. If this book has too many details of the murders, then count me out.Your synopsis was very detailed as it gives enough information without giving away the ending.
DeleteGreat job, the summary is well written and you did a great job outlining the important genre elements! Full points!
ReplyDeleteGreat job, the summary is well written and you did a great job outlining the important genre elements! Full points!
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