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Orphan Bones: Book 3 in the Leo Katz gripping historical mystery thrillers
In Vienna, orphans are dying at an alarming rate. One corpse holds the key to an unsolved case, and Leo is nowhere to be found.
Life goes on for Klaus and Lucy, but when they begin the post-mortem on the body of a boy found dead from pulling a waggon, they soon realise from his bruised and beaten corpse that there is more to his demise than simple overwork.
When other girls and boys perish in mysterious circumstances, Lucy and Klaus suspect foul play. Now they must discover how and why so many children from The New Foundling Orphanage are dying.
Meanwhile, Leo’s fate lies in the hands of his mortal enemy. Will his family and friends find him before it’s too late?
Find out in this thrilling psychological mystery.
Life goes on for Klaus and Lucy, but when they begin the post-mortem on the body of a boy found dead from pulling a waggon, they soon realise from his bruised and beaten corpse that there is more to his demise than simple overwork.
When other girls and boys perish in mysterious circumstances, Lucy and Klaus suspect foul play. Now they must discover how and why so many children from The New Foundling Orphanage are dying.
Meanwhile, Leo’s fate lies in the hands of his mortal enemy. Will his family and friends find him before it’s too late?
Find out in this thrilling psychological mystery.
375 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 15, 2023
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March 19, 2023
I’ll start with the positive aspects of this book. It’s laid in the late 19th century, but it’s definitely modern in its emphasis, dealing as it does with the unjust and repressive treatment of women and also the psychology of transgenderism and lesbianism. As in the earlier volumes in the series, the author employs real historical figures and places, namely Carl Jung, Eugen Bleuler and the Burghölzli psychiatric hospital in Zurich. We watch the morphing of Leo Katz into Sophia Jäger and back again. The development of this character makes complete sense given the horrors he/she has been subjected to. Those were my favorite parts of the book.
Technically, the double point of view is interesting. The chapters alternate first person viewpoints using two different characters. It works well, allowing us to see what’s going on simultaneously in different places.
Now for the less positive aspects. The narrative is loaded with nastiness; I don’t recommend this book for anyone who lacks a strong stomach. Also, the villain is absolutely irredeemable – he has not one characteristic that could be construed as positive. He finally gets what he deserves in the end – at least that’s a relief. Normally, however, I prefer more ambivalence in my villains, where you’re at least given a hint of a reason for him to be as awful as he is
I’ll be interested to learn if the author plans any more mysteries based on Leo Katz and the collection of attractive characters and settings developed in the first three volumes of this series.
Technically, the double point of view is interesting. The chapters alternate first person viewpoints using two different characters. It works well, allowing us to see what’s going on simultaneously in different places.
Now for the less positive aspects. The narrative is loaded with nastiness; I don’t recommend this book for anyone who lacks a strong stomach. Also, the villain is absolutely irredeemable – he has not one characteristic that could be construed as positive. He finally gets what he deserves in the end – at least that’s a relief. Normally, however, I prefer more ambivalence in my villains, where you’re at least given a hint of a reason for him to be as awful as he is
I’ll be interested to learn if the author plans any more mysteries based on Leo Katz and the collection of attractive characters and settings developed in the first three volumes of this series.
January 22, 2024
A gripping read
Orphan Bones (Leo Katz Mysteries Book 3) by Nik Grybaski
Orphan Bones was a bittersweet book. Events meant a shift in circumstances and characters, but that didn't detract from how much I enjoyed the story. This story of twists and turns has two threads to it. We follow Lucy's POV as she and Klaus investigate an orphanage following an influx of children dying. Through their investigations, they unearth inhumane treatment and secrets. We also follow Leo/Sophia's POV as she fights to escape David's clutches.
This book is packed with gruesome scenes, twists, heart-wrenching moments, and heartwarming ones. Book 3 was a gripping read and a fitting ending to a wonderful series.
Orphan Bones (Leo Katz Mysteries Book 3) by Nik Grybaski
Orphan Bones was a bittersweet book. Events meant a shift in circumstances and characters, but that didn't detract from how much I enjoyed the story. This story of twists and turns has two threads to it. We follow Lucy's POV as she and Klaus investigate an orphanage following an influx of children dying. Through their investigations, they unearth inhumane treatment and secrets. We also follow Leo/Sophia's POV as she fights to escape David's clutches.
This book is packed with gruesome scenes, twists, heart-wrenching moments, and heartwarming ones. Book 3 was a gripping read and a fitting ending to a wonderful series.
March 15, 2023
I really loved this series. This episode of Leo Katz's story is filled with so much sorrow, but also the hope of new beginnings. There's plenty of edge-of-the-seat suspense and some romance to go along with it. It is a wonderful conclusion to the trilogy.
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