description Monday Mourning Overview
Monday Mourning is a 2004 crime novel by Kathy Reichs and the seventh book in her series featuring forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan. The investigation begins when three sets of female skeletal remains are discovered in the basement of a Montreal pizza restaurant during renovations. Brennan uses forensic analysis to determine whether the bones are historical or connected to more recent crimes, while disagreements over their age and origin complicate the official response.
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Monday Mourning ranks #170 of 183 in the Detective Novel ranking, behind The Man Who Could Not Shudder, ahead of The Final Deduction.
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How good is Monday Mourning?
Monday Mourning scores 7.22/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Detective Novel category. Readable Brennan entry with skeletal-remains case and series familiarity; generally mid-tier Reichs.
What are the best alternatives to Monday Mourning?
See our alternatives page for Monday Mourning for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Five Little Pigs, Red Harvest, The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes.
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Is Monday Mourning worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.22/10, Monday Mourning is a solid option in Detective Novel. See all Detective Novel ranked.
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