Gideon Oliver

Gideon Oliver

Series by Aaron Elkins

Dive into the riveting world of forensic mystery with Aaron Elkins' Gideon Oliver series, featuring the brilliant “Skeleton Detective,” a forensic anthropologist unearthing sinister secrets from the past that bring murder to light in the most chilling of ways.

Dive into the world of forensic anthropology with Aaron Elkins' captivating "Gideon Oliver" series, where each novel offers a thrilling blend of mystery, culture, and scientific intrigue. Set against the backdrop of stunning global locales, from the sun-soaked ruins of ancient civilizations to bustling urban centers, readers are transported alongside the brilliant yet unconventional Gideon Oliver—an astute and witty anthropologist known as the “Skeleton Detective.” Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a passion for uncovering truths buried with the dead, Gideon grapples with personal challenges while confronting macabre mysteries that test his expertise. As Gideon navigates a series of complex cases, he finds himself drawn into a web of deception, where the past collides with the present, and every clue leads to deeper questions of identity and justice. Each gripping installment delves into themes of morality, ethics, and the haunting echoes of history, showcasing the rich tapestry of human experience beneath the surface of skeletal remains. With a clever twist of fate lurking in every chapter, the "Gideon Oliver" series promises to keep readers enthralled as they peel back the layers of time and unravel puzzles that defy easy answers. Will Gideon uncover the secrets that lie within the bones, or will he become entangled in dangers that threaten both his life and the legacy of those long gone? Discover the excitement and immerse yourself in a literary adventure that transcends the grave.

Books in this Series

Gideon Oliver

Fellowship of Fear

Published in 1982

The Dark Place

Published in 1983

Murder in the Queen's Armes

Published in 1985

Old Bones

Published in 1987

Curses!

Published in 1989

Icy Clutches

Published in 1990

Make No Bones

Published in 1991

Dead Men's Hearts

Published in 1994

Twenty Blue Devils

Published in 1997

Skeleton Dance

Published in 2000

Good Blood

Published in 2004

Where There's a Will

Published in 2005

Unnatural Selection

Published in 2006

Little Tiny Teeth

Published in 2007

Uneasy Relations

Published in 2008

Skull Duggery

Published in 2009

Dying on the Vine

Published in 2012

Switcheroo

Published in 2016

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