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Wil’s Bones |
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 Wil’s Bones byKevin Bowen Engage Publishing 244 pages, 2000 ISBN 1930892128 Reviewed by PJ Nunn Every now and again, something fresh and different comes along. This is one. Archaeologist Wil Wilson is a reasonably ordinary guy, but when he’s drafted to help find explosives hidden in Israel, he has no idea of the extraordinary situation in which he’ll soon find himself. He’s just there to help assure that the Islamic fundamentalists don’t blow up the visiting Secretary of State. Instead, he stumbles onto the find of a lifetime - bones that must belong to Jesus. Certain he’s right, Wil’s announcement triggers a ripple effect that leaves virtually no one untouched. But instead of feeling jubilant, he’s experiencing an increasing feeling of dread. Suddenly, those around him are secretive and he knows he has to get back to the dig. Once there, the fog lifts and everything becomes crystal clear. Unfortunately, by then an election hangs in the balance and Wil has good reason to fear that the secrets he unearthed are about to be buried again with him. Wil’s Bones is written in a crisp, clean style. Bowen plunges right into the story and keeps the pace moving, sometimes at breakneck speed. There’s an immediate affinity with Wil and a fascination as he balances on the tightrope between scientific discovery and political intrigue. The book is proof again that there is fresh new talent in print worth discovering. Don’t be misled by the politically oriented cover copy. A unique, enjoyable adventure. |
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