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Body Farm

by Jefferson Bass

10 books Started 2006 Latest 2016
Publication Reading Order

The Body Farm is a Crime Fiction / Mystery series by Jefferson Bass, made up of 10 books published between 2006 and 2016. It begins with Carved in Bone (2006), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Without Mercy (2016), spanning 10 years of storytelling.

10books
10years active
2decades
~1.1yrs between books
2016latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 Carved in Bone 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Flesh and Bone 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Devil's Bones 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Bones of Betrayal 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
5 The Bone Thief 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Bone Yard 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Bones of Avignon / The Inquisitor's Key 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Cut to the Bone 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Breaking Point 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Without MercyLatest 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Body Farm series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Body Farm series?

Start with Carved in Bone (2006), the first book in the Body Farm series by Jefferson Bass. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Body Farm series?

There are 10 books in the Body Farm series by Jefferson Bass, published between 2006 and 2016.

What is the first book in the Body Farm series?

The first book in the Body Farm series is Carved in Bone, published in 2006 by Jefferson Bass.

What is the latest book in the Body Farm series?

The most recent book in the Body Farm series is Without Mercy (2016) by Jefferson Bass.

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About Jefferson Bass

Jefferson Bass is the pen name of forensic anthropologist Jon Jefferson. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1956, he initially pursued a career in medicine, graduating from Vanderbilt University and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. However, his interest in forensic anthropology grew during his medical residency, and he eventually transitioned to that field. As Jefferson Bass, he has explored the intersection of science, history, and crime in over 20 popular novels, including the Body Farm series and the Bill Brockton series. His works have been translated into 30 languages and have sold over 20 million copies worldwide. Bass has received numerous awards for his writing, including the Anthony Award for Best First Mystery (1996) and the Edgar Award for Best Fact Crime (2001, 2014). His books have been praised for their authenticity, gripping narratives, and insights into the forensic field.

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