The Bone Field – Simon Kernick

Synopsis:

From the best-selling author of Stay Alive, The Final Minute and The Witness.

When the bones of a 21-year old woman who went missing without trace in Thailand in 1990, are discovered in the grounds of an old Catholic school in Buckinghamshire, an enduring mystery takes on a whole new twist. Her boyfriend at the time, and the man who reported her missing, Henry Forbes, now a middle-aged university lecturer, comes forward with his lawyer and tells DI Ray Mason of the Met’s Homicide Command that he knows what happened to Kitty, and who killed her.

So begins a hunt for the truth that will focus on a ruthless crime gang, a rich, dysfunctional family with a terrible past, and a highly ambitious man so cruel and ruthless that he must be brought down at any cost…

My Review:

Rating: 5/5!

What a book! After months and months of struggling to get back into reading, this book has completely reignited my love for thrillers. I devoured this story in just a couple of days, and now I’m left stunned by its intricate plot and jaw-dropping cliff-hanger.

The discovery of 21-year-old Kitty’s remains, buried in the grounds of an old Catholic school in Buckinghamshire, sets off a chain of events that turns this missing person’s case into a multi-layered investigation involving a ruthless crime syndicate, a wealthy family hiding dark secrets, and a manipulative, dangerous figure who will stop at nothing to preserve his power. DI Ray Mason’s journey to uncover the truth felt almost like a race against time—gripping and immersive from the first page to the last.

One of the highlights of this book is how carefully thought out it is. The story is complex without being confusing, and each character brings depth and nuance to the narrative. The pacing is spot on, maintaining tension and intrigue throughout, with just the right amount of twists to keep you guessing.

And that ending… Let’s talk about the cliffhanger! It should be illegal to leave readers hanging like that. It’s one of those rare endings that makes you want to immediately jump into the next book (if only there was one!). I’m still not over it, and I suspect I won’t be for quite some time.

If you’re a fan of crime thrillers that delve into dark secrets, moral ambiguity, and complex investigations, this is an absolute must-read. Highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a well-crafted mystery with a heart-pounding edge.