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The Bone Church

Victoria Dougherty
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The Bone Church

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Victoria Dougherty

The Bone Church

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

308

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Czechoslovakia • 1950s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Bone Church by Victoria Dougherty is a historical thriller set during World War II. It follows a couple, Felix and Magdalena, as they navigate the dangers of Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia. The narrative intertwines faith, love, and survival as the pair faces treacherous circumstances and seeks sanctuary, while mysterious events unfold around the iconic Bone Church.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.8

1,199 ratings

61%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Bone Church by Victoria Dougherty is a historical thriller praised for its atmospheric setting and rich historical detail. Readers appreciate its intricate plot and strong sense of place. However, some find the pacing uneven and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it captivates with its evocative narrative, despite minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bone Church?

Readers who enjoy historical thrillers with a mix of mysticism and espionage, akin to The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern or The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, will find The Bone Church by Victoria Dougherty captivating. Ideal for those drawn to World War II settings and atmospheric storytelling.

3.8

1,199 ratings

61%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

308

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Czechoslovakia • 1950s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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