Like Honey for the Bones

Book cover for novel, Like Honey for the Bones by Brandy Heineman.

A final wish and a forgotten skeleton lead two outcasts into a dangerous dance with the past.

A Must-Read Split-time Romantic Mystery

A Norwegian-American ex-pat plans to sell her family’s estate and return to her self-imposed exile, costing the handsome newcomer with a troubled past his only haven in the process. When they discover a skeleton deep in the Shenandoah Valley, its century-old mystery forces them to reckon with long-buried grudges—and a vengeful killer.

This intricately woven dual-timeline novel will enthrall readers from its first line to its startling conclusion.

About the Book

TWO HEARTS BROKEN ALONG THE SAME JAGGED EDGE MAKE A GRISLY DISCOVERY DEEP IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY

Present Day. Solveig Borja fled Virginia to escape the guilt of one reckless night, and once she settles the family estate, she’s Norway-bound and never looking back. Meanwhile, Kyle Benton has come seeking asylum from past sins—which Solveig shatters even as their hopeless romance blooms. But when they discover a skeleton at Rice Caverns, its century-old mystery holds startling links to the here-and-now.

1919. The Great War is won. Gussie Rice longs for her beau’s return from France, until she learns he’s confined at a stateside hospital and her closest confidant is part of the secret. Her bid for love sparks a confrontation that ricochets through time…

Bad blood and escalating threats swirl around Solveig, and Kyle’s new life proves no haven from the old with his brother’s killer trolling the shadows. As the past rears up, the cavern’s hidden places beckon with power to light their hope or to swallow them in utter darkness.

Q: Can this book be read on its own?

A: Yes, Like Honey for the Bones is a stand-alone novel.

Q: Is Like Honey for the Bones available in Kindle Unlimited?

A: No. Because the eBook is available through a variety of online retailers, it is not currently eligible for the KU program.

Q: Does this novel work as a book club selection?

A: Absolutely! The story includes a variety of themes and nuances that make for an interesting exchange. You’ll find suggested discussion questions and other resources linked below.

Author: Brandy Heineman
Genres: Inspirational, Romantic Mystery, Dual Timeline
Publication Year: 2023
Format: Available in Paperback and eBook
Length: 336 pages
Paperback ISBN: 9798988307419
Paperback ASIN: B0C3V3V8JV
eBook ISBN: 9798988307433
eBook ASIN: B0C3V3V8JV
List Price: $15.95 USD
eBook Price: $4.99 USD
Publisher: Independently Published
Publisher Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Printed in: United States of America
BISAC Codes: FIC042120 FICTION / Christian / Romance / Suspense | FIC080000 FICTION / Multiple Timelines

Endorsements

 

“The moment I picked up Like Honey for the Bones, I was entranced by its mysterious storyline, which only grew more compelling as the story progressed. The characters—both in the present and in the past—harbored secrets that had me tearing through the pages. This novel was one of my top reads of 2023, and I’ll be recommending it to all my suspense-reading friends!”

– Heather Day Gilbert, 2-time ECPA Christy Award finalist

Like Honey for the Bones is an intriguing dual-time novel. Set in the Shenandoah Valley, it’s sure to make readers stay up late to discover how the two plots collide and how these unique characters overcome the obstacles they face. The romance, suspense, and century-old mystery will keep you guessing until the final chapter. Well-written and recommended for those who like to read inspiring stories with two timelines that are skillfully woven together.”

– Carrie Turansky, Award-winning author of The Legacy of Longdale Manor and No Journey Too Far

“Brandy Heineman has knocked it out of the park in her dual timeline Like Honey for the Bones. A century-old murder and an intriguing hero and heroine with major problems to overcome kept me flipping the pages to find answers. It’s a story the reader will remember long past ‘The End.’”

– Patricia Bradley, USA Today Best-Selling author of Counter Attack, Pearl River Series, Book 1

“Brandy Heineman has penned a richly-layered, captivating dual timeline story that introduces Solveig, a grieving heroine who comes from Norway to America to bury her beloved grandfather and settle his estate. Following his instructions to search a cavern near his Virginia property, Solveig, whose life is steeped in tragedy and secrets, finds herself deep in a mystery involving a hundred-year-old skeleton and a present day murder. Solveig’s search for answers links her with the dry-witted and down-on-his-luck Kyle Benton who has a whole bag of his own secrets. With Heineman’s signature prose, the dialogue is crisp, the chemistry between Solveig and Kyle sizzles, and the intricate plotting will keep readers turning pages right up until the surprising and satisfying ending.”

– Elizabeth Musser, author of By Way of the Moonlight, The Promised Land, and The Swan House

Reviews

 

“It’s been awhile since I’ve read a novel that has completely consumed my thoughts and imagination but that’s exactly what Like Honey for the Bones did for me.”

“I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone interested in Dual Timeline Stories and Historical fiction. GREAT BOOK!”

“[H]onestly, I think either timeline could be amazing as their own full book.  They both drew me in and I really wanted to know more.  I hated switching back and forth because I felt like I was leaving my favorites and going to the lesser story.  But I did that no matter which story I was leaving!  They’re both that good.”

Sample Chapters

 

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Supplementary Materials

 

“How Ya Gonna Keep ‘Em Down on the Farm?” -Nora Bayes, 1919 (via YouTube)

“When the Boys Come Home” -Luis Graveure, Columbia, 1918 (via YouTube)

“Bring Back Those Wonderful Days” -Arthur Fields, 1919 (via YouTube)

About the Author

 

Brandy Heineman, Christian author & speaker

Brandy Heineman

is a book hoarder, cat herder, and Christian author of romantic mysteries. She lives in Metro Atlanta with her husband, Michael. Read more...

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