
Bones of the Barbary Coast
A Cree Black Thriller
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Anna Fields
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Daniel Hecht
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Cree's historical research takes her back to the unholy glory days of the Barbary Coast, old San Francisco's infamous red-light district. Her narrative is illuminated by entries from the 1889 diary of Lydia Schweitzer, a Victorian woman with her own secret interest in the Wolfman. As the mystery unravels, both women must face human nature's darkest aspects with courage and compassion.
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- Lucy
- 03-20-17
Great Story!
So glad I went with my gut and got this book after reading many reviews. I didn't mind that she was communicating with ghost. So much vivid history.
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- C. Pursell
- 06-07-07
Superb
This my first review and I've been an audiobook-aholic for over 20 years. I thought this was the best of the three Cree Black novels. The characters are complex, fully realized, not just black or white. You never really know if certain characters are "good" or "bad" or just human with the usual assortment of foibles we all have. Even the minor characters have depth. Hecht does a wonderful job exploring an age old philosophical question -- what is the nature of man? I though it was suspenseful and never lagged, not one bit. There was a lot to think about -- I like characters that are introspective. The historical aspects are fascinating and well-researched.
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- Tonette
- 08-29-06
A Great Listen
This long awaited (for me anyway) addition to the Cree Black series was different than I expected. The first two had more of a supernatural theme. This had a historical theme. It was fascinating and kept me hooked throughout! In addition, Anna Fields does a wonderful job narrating. I highly recommend this audio book.
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- WBC
- 05-29-23
I love it!
After reading the first two Cree Black books in the series, I was anxious to read Bones of the Barbary Coast, but some of the reviews made me hesitate. So very glad that I ignored them, mostly because I love the protagonist and the narrator. Yes, this book was different than the first two in the series, but nonetheless wonderful. I highly recommend Daniel Hecht‘s Cree Black series.
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- Zoo Keeper
- 10-16-08
Different pace
While the pace of the book was slower than the other books I have read by Daniel Hecht, I have to say that I really enjoyed "Bones". I thought it packed a greater emotional punch than the other Cree Black mysteries. I loved the how the story went back and forth between present and past and how both Cree and Lydia were so strong and focused on the tasks at hand. I would recommend this book.
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- Toertel
- 02-02-14
Cree Black and not a single ghost?
No ghosts involved - which would be all right ordinarily ;-) but even ignoring that Cree Black is the protagonist, the story didn't get me hooked at all. I finally (3 attempts) managed to get through it, and yes, it's interesting, it just felt very long for the amount of content it actually has. No comparison to the first two - if you love those (like I do), this one is still hit or miss. A clear "miss" for me.
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- D. Engle
- 12-09-06
Not What I Expected...
I loved the first two Cree Black novels, so it was disappointing to discover in the introduction that this wouldn't be a "supernatural" mystery like those first two novels.
All in all, Bones of the Barbary coast was just okay. I was mesmerized by the historical thread, a journal from the years leading up to the 1906 SF quake. But, the modern-day characters were uninteresting to me, except in the very final scenes, and often unlikable.
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- Naomi
- 11-17-15
Fabulous Cree
It was great how Cree sides with the "underdog" pardon the pun. I don't feel that Cree was left out of this story at all, it showed her empathy to humanity that lives, not just the ghosts. Anna Fields was superior as always, God rest her soul. A superior listen.
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- Shaaron
- 09-13-06
Cree Black
While I expected a different Cree Black adventure, I was mesmerized by Hecht's ability to weave a tale within a tale. I love Cree's supernatural side, but as a very believeable character, she is multi-dimensional. I highly recommend this audiobook to all Cree Black fans. And, Anna Fields is always superb! I have searched for other books narrated by Ms. Fields as a result of hearing her do the Cree Black series.
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- Meredith
- 09-17-12
Not Sure Where He Was Going With This One
What did you like best about Bones of the Barbary Coast? What did you like least?
The best thing about the book is Cree herself, as usual. She is true to character and the lack of the paranormal did not bother me in the least. The research tat obviously goes into all of Hecht's books was evident and appreciated, but it felt like a wasted effort this time.
I listened through to the end, awaiting a true conclusion to the whole mess, but was left a bit disappointed. The story itself was well told, but I never saw the ultimate point. Hecht is an excellent writer and storyteller. His characters are well drawn and complex, but again, this one had me saying "so what" by the end. Anyway, if you love Cree--read it. Enjoy the character growth. If you are unfamiliar with the series do NOT start here.
My biggest peeve was the total lack of Edgar and Joyce.
Would you recommend Bones of the Barbary Coast to your friends? Why or why not?
Eh, only Cree Black fans. Others would question my fondness of the series if they began with this volume.
What does Anna Fields bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Anna Fields is an excellent narrator. She brings great life to all the characters and situations.
Do you think Bones of the Barbary Coast needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?
Most definitely--just to get back to the Cree-Verse!
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