{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6087d3aca4a81031ba098a59/69668ebe0b081bb8b9251df0?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Kathy Reichs on Evil Bones, Temperance Brennan & Writing Crime with Science","description":"<p><strong>In this episode of the Quick Book Reviews podcast, Philippa Hall is joined by internationally bestselling author Kathy Reichs to talk about her latest Temperance Brennan novel, <em>Evil Bones</em>.</strong></p><p>Now 24 books into the series, Kathy reflects on what keeps the character of Temperance Brennan fresh, how real forensic cases inspire fiction, and why science-driven crime writing still excites her decades into her career.</p><p>They discuss:</p><ul><li>Kathy’s dream (and nightmare) writing locations</li><li>Writing with a scientific background — without overwhelming the reader</li><li>How real forensic cases spark fictional ideas</li><li>Why <em>Evil Bones</em> became her “animal book”</li><li>Bringing forensic veterinary science into crime fiction</li><li>Writing twists that surprise but still make sense</li><li>The importance of setting, atmosphere, and visiting locations</li><li>How the TV series <em>Bones</em> introduced new readers to the books</li><li>Whether new readers should start at book one or jump straight in</li><li>What readers love most about Temperance Brennan</li><li>Life outside a publishing contract</li><li>Why writing is still hard work — even after 24 books</li><li>And, of course, the biscuits (or cookies) that powered the writing 🍪</li></ul><p><strong><em>Evil Bones</em></strong> blends forensic science, animal welfare, and gripping mystery, delivering another compelling case for Temperance Brennan — with plenty of surprises along the way.</p><p>🎧 <strong>New episodes of Quick Book Reviews every Monday &amp; Friday </strong></p><p>Follow Quick Book Reviews for book recommendations, author interviews, and weekly podcast episodes.</p><p>📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com</p><p>📸 Instagram &amp; Threads: @quick_book_reviews</p><p>🎵 TikTok: @quickbookreviews</p><p>🐦 X: @quickbookrevie3</p><p>🦋 Bluesky: quickbookreviews</p>","author_name":"Philippa Hall"}