The Bones of Amoret by Arthur Herbert Book Tour and Giveaway
THE BONES OF AMORET
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ARTHUR HERBERT
Genre: Mystery /Suspense
Publisher: Stitched Smile Publications
Date of Publication: April 1, 2022
Number of Pages: 323 pages
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In this enigmatic follow up to his critically acclaimed debut novel The Cuts that Cure, Arthur Herbert returns to the Texas-Mexico border with this saga of a small town’s bloody loss of innocence.
Amoret, Texas, 1982. Life along the border is harsh, but in a world where cultures work together to carve a living from the desert landscape, Blaine Beckett lives a life of isolation. A transplanted Boston intellectual, for twenty years locals have viewed him as a snob, a misanthrope, an outsider. He seems content to stand apart until one night when he vanishes into thin air amid signs of foul play.
Noah Grady, the town doctor, is a charming and popular good ol’ boy. He’s also a keeper of secrets, both the town’s and his own. He watches from afar as the mystery of Blaine’s disappearance unravels and rumors fly. Were the incipient cartels responsible? Was it a local with a grudge? Or did Blaine himself orchestrate his own disappearance? Then the unthinkable happens, and Noah begins to realize he’s considered a suspect.
Paced like a lit fuse and full of dizzying plot twists, The Bones of Amoret is a riveting whodunit that will keep you guessing all the way to its shocking conclusion.
Arthur Herbert was born and raised in small town Texas. He worked on offshore oil rigs, as a bartender, a landscaper at a trailer park, and as a social worker before going to medical school. For the last eighteen years, he’s worked as a trauma and burn surgeon, operating on all ages of injured patients. He continues to run a thriving practice.
He's won multiple awards for his scientific writing, and his first novel, The Cuts that Cure, spent ten days as an Amazon #1 Best Seller. His second novel, The Bones of Amoret, will be released on April 1, 2022 through Stitched Smile Publishers. Arthur currently lives in New Orleans, with his wife Amy and their dogs.
Arthur loves hearing from readers, so don’t hesitate to email him at arthur@arthurherbertwriter.com.
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What make’s a great book? For me, it’s the combination of a riveting story in a unique setting with excellent writing and authentic dialogue. The Bones of Amoret ticked all these boxes.
Set in far West Texas, the Bones of Amoret is narrated by main character, Dr. Noah Grady. He’s an old man telling a reporter about a dramatic and traumatic period of his life. The time is the early 1980s. Worlds away from 2022. Noah and his friends assist illegal immigrants as they cross the Rio Grande. As a doctor, Noah provides medical care if needed. It’s a risky business, but one he feels compelled to take. A fateful decision to save a life, unleashes a potential threat from drug cartels.
At the same time, the investigation into the disappearance and possible murder of unpopular Blaine Beckett, throws suspicion on Noah, when his past comes back to haunt him.
Noah spins his tale, unwinding his past, and reflecting on actions he’s taken that are both selfish and selfless. He reveals his thoughts and feelings as he justifies the choices made by his younger self. Like any memoir some are true and some are what you wish were true.
There are moments of graphic violence and tender kindness as the plot twists and turns, leaving the reader breathless. The two plot threads collide in a tightly paced, thrilling ride. I highly recommend this gripping story.
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I agree with the opening of your review, Julie. The setting was fabulous and the author did such a great job of portraying not only the setting, but the characters, too! Great story! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love how you were able to give such a succinct summary of the book's plot. (I'm hopelessly wordy!) Such a good book! I hope everyone that reads this will check it out.
ReplyDeleteGreat review. I, too, liked the setting and the characters. Fantastic story!
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