Death du Jour

Forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan finds herself in Charleston, South Carolina, reluctantly teaching an archaeology field school when her expertise is urgently called upon. The discovery of a disturbingly fresh skeleton amidst ancient bones at her excavation site thrusts her into a new, dangerous investigation. Her inquiries lead her to a local free street clinic, where a pattern of missing patients and mysterious deaths emerges, hinting at a sinister undercurrent. As Tempe delves deeper, she uncovers a complex web of deceit potentially involving the charismatic televangelist overseeing the clinic, a dubious doctor, or even the clinic staff themselves. Complicating her professional pursuit, Tempe must navigate her personal life, with her on-again-off-again flame Ryan possibly visiting from Montreal, while also encountering Detective Galiano, an old flame, who is investigating the disappearance of a wealthy young woman in town. Brennan soon realizes she's stumbled upon a high-stakes, local and global human trafficking ring, forcing her to confront a chilling moral logic and an expertly organized criminal enterprise. This thrilling second installment sees Tempe battling intense suspense and personal entanglements to expose the truth and bring justice to the victims.