The Shaman's Bones

As a long time Hillerman fan it is so good to find someone who follows his style so well. But has his own distinct style. I was saddened to hear of Hillerman's passing. James D. Doss can fill the niche real well.

While yearning for more Tony Hillerman after reading his last book, I accidently came across The Shaman's Bones. I absolutely loved it. I could easily imagine neighbors from my childhood that could easily play some of the characters in this book. The only problem I had with this novel were the few dream sequences, which I thought tended to be unnecessarily long and disruptive to the flow of the the plot. Regardless, I intend to read the other 'Shaman' novels.

Always enjoyable reading and a good yarn. Great characters.

Mr. Doss writes in a style that gives the reader vivid mental pictures of what is happening with each of his characters. I have not enjoyed any murder mystery this much before. The Shaman's Bones integrates humor, murder, and mystery with emotion and Ute mysticism and lore. Anyone who likes Tony Hillerman's books will LOVE the Shaman series by James D. Doss. I recommend that anyone who wants to step into Mr. Doss' world, begin with the first book in the series (The Shaman Sings) and work their way through the series. Warning: If you read one, you'll have to read them all!

James D. Doss does not write a sleeper! This is entertaining and keeps one in suspense as we wait for Charlie Moon to solve the brutal murder of a friend's wife. Of course, the friend is the first suspect as he is her husband. A little child moves in with "the shamen" and brings joy to her simple existence. A really good book.