Elise is back and she still doesn't play well with stupid people.

She deciphers the dead with ease—it's the living who leave her guessing.

Elise Marquette knows human bones better than human behaviour. When her brother finds a human bone during renovations, Elise gets pulled into a cold case that’s far too close to home. As the truth emerges—about the skeleton, her family, and her own career disappointments—Elise faces decisions that might change everything.

Raw, witty, and grounded in real science, this novella blends the sharp insight of forensic anthropology with the messiness of modern life. If you’ve ever felt too smart for your job and too exhausted for romance, Elise is your girl.

A forensic comedy with bite, perfect for fans of Kathy Reichs with a Bridget Jones twist.

** This is a 12-week serial that picks up within a few months of Memoirs of a Reluctant Archaeologist.