
Gideon Oliver
Series by Aaron ElkinsDive 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