Them Bones: Some Memories Will Haunt You.

by J.E. Jack

Welcome to Pittsburg, 602.Nothing ever happens in the little village of Pittsburg, that is, until it does. For fourteen-year-old Joe Anderson, that was the case during the summer of 1992. The events that unfolded following a childhood game of hide and go seek in the woods changed the face of a small town and left a mark that was forever etched into the recesses of a boy’s heart and mind. It was a summer of adventure, friendship, murder, first love, and pain. Them Bones is a coming-of-age, murder mystery novel set in a small, rural village with secrets of its own.Review by advanced reader."Them Bones must be one of the best books I have read in a long time. It was so good I couldn’t put it down and read the book in a day. This mystery was both heart wrenching and heartwarming at the same time. It had twist and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what would happen next. Very well written and great overall story lines. Will definitely read future books from this author." - Christina L.

Genres: Mystery

227 pages, ebook

Published September 11, 2020

About the author

J.E. Jack is an author known for blending supernatural elements with real-world settings, creating intriguing and suspenseful stories. Jack’s works, such as Them Bones and Grave Disturbance, often explore themes of mystery, supernatural phenomena, and emotional depth. His novels are known for their page-turning qualities and atmospheric settings, which add a haunting, eerie quality to the narratives.

J.E. Jack draws inspiration from his diverse experiences, including almost two decades in military and law enforcement roles. This background influences his storytelling by giving his characters and plotlines an authentic sense of tension and danger. His stories often feature ordinary people encountering extraordinary, often paranormal, circumstances​.

Jack’s writing style appeals to fans of young adult mysteries and supernatural thrillers, and he is celebrated for his ability to craft suspenseful tales that leave readers on edge.

He currently lives near the coast of Louisiana with his family.

Reviews

[Mike Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Death Told in A Young Voice

For the first time in too long I have read a book that didn't lag or let down. I was hooked on Them Bones from beginning to end. The young characters touched my heart with their innocence and a first love that could never be, though it was not sappy in any way.

[debi cochran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just a great story

From the beginning I was hooked. I read lot, but this book was different than my normal mystery thrillers. I loved every minute of reading and sought out time to read a chapter. Worth your time, I wish it hadn't ended I enjoyed so much.

[Cynthia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could not put down!

I highly recommend this book. It's a great read with a nice touch of supernatural, friendship and a mystery. I literally could not stop reading it. Made me smile, laugh and cry. A wonderful read

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Read

Wow...this book was truly amazing! It was full of twist and turns that kept you on the edge of your seat! Excellent writing and editing in this book.

[Wpayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Them Bones

Good story. Although it was probably written for younger readers once I started reading I couldn't stop. Great characters and truly interesting plot.

[Jo Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful Short Read

I was really pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this short story. Kind of a mix between the movies My Girl and Ghost.
I’m looking forward to seeing more from this author.

[William Osborne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow so much better than you think

It was so well written. Grabs you first page and doesn't let you go till the end. Please enjoy this great book

[Marian Elavsky · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a unique, fun book. I read it in one sitting. Couldn't put it down. I highly recommend it.

[Diane Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

This was a great book, it brought tears to my eyes. I will be reading everything l can find from him.

[Susan Ajaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was drawn into this story about a missing child that he finds after a storm. Why is he finding her now, after so many years? What does he see when he looks at her? His life-long friends don't understand him anymore and he is avoiding them. He's looking for answers to questions he should not be asking. Danger is all around but what is it that no one sees?

[Daniel C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love coming-of-age novels, particularly thrillers, the paranormal, mysteries, horror...
I loved this book. I admit that, by novel's end, I was misty-eyed. After reading the last two pages twice, I sadly closed the book. It's sad saying goodbye to characters you've become so fond of.

[Chase · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great First Work

Met the author via TikTok, very engaging and personable. Found some parts of the book a little predictable but what few issues I had were overshadowed by good storytelling and relatable content. Excited to check out the rest of his work!

[Jackie Welcel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a young adult book about Joe and his friends that make a horrible discovery. Only Joe has different effects because he touched their find. It is a sweet and kind of sad story of what happens next. This book was a fast easy read and I think young readers would love the book. Good story.

[Stephanie D. Garcia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast read, worth the time.

I have this read a 4. It was a quick read, held my interest and had some interesting twist. Read it in a couple hours while I waited for the drenching storms to pass. A good book to cuddle up with a hot drink, popcorn and your favorite fur baby.

[J.C. Fuller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good mystery- ideal for young readers

Enjoyable mystery for young adults! I will happily recommend to my niece and nephew. Clean, retrospective, and heartwarming. Quick read.

[david jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

review

Predictable but oh so sweet. An easy read. You will read it in one sitting. We all need to have a friends as these two.

[Deb · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book, but felt it was more in the YA genre. And minor editing changes are needed (the town was spelled as Pittsburg and Pittsburgh, etc). But overall, I found it entertaining.

[Catherine Stende · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun book!

Great writing and a unique, fun read. I wish the ending had been less predictable. Still, glad I read it.

[Jim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute little read. Good for a dreary afternoon in January.

[Debra Kay Williams]

I couldn't stop reading this. Was suspenseful to the end&short

[Roland Hull · Rating 3 out of 5]

ok book

This is an ok book. It definitely is not an adult book, more like a Nancy Drew or Bobbsie Twins and would be excellent reading for a pre-teen

[Robin Benson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very easy read and pulls you to keep reading. I really liked this book and how it ended.