bwaber reviewed Written in Bone by Sue Black
An Unexpected Mix of Scientific Insight, Harrowing Crimes, and Macabre Humor
4 stars
I went into this book to learn more about the skeletal system and its relationship to life events and related phenomena, and I struggle to think of a book that provides excellent insight in that area within a morbidly engaging text. Black weaves together case details, personal anecdotes (don't miss the conclusion where she explains how she wants her body to be used after she dies), and scientific explanations to provide a truly unique text. Some of the cases are extremely disturbing, however, and if graphic details bother you this book is best avoided. Overall this is an informative, unexpected, excellent book. Highly recommend