Crowbones By Anne Bishop Apr 2026

When this impostor and a shape-shifting Crow are both found murdered, panic spreads that the real Crowbones has arrived to exact bloody justice. To ensure the human authorities take the threat seriously, the powerful seal off the entire town, trapping residents and guests alike until the killer is found. Key Characters

: A powerful vampire lawyer who assists Grimshaw in the investigation. Crowbones by Anne Bishop

The story begins during , a local celebration of folklore and mild scares. The peaceful atmosphere is shattered when an impostor arrives dressed as Crowbones , a terrifying "bogeyman" from Crowgard folklore who is said to hunt and punish Crows who have become corrupted or a threat to their kind. When this impostor and a shape-shifting Crow are

is a dark, atmospheric fantasy mystery by Anne Bishop , set in her World of the Others . It follows the events of Lake Silence and centers on Vicki DeVine, who runs a rustic resort called The Jumble in a territory where humans are the minority and supernatural predators—the Terra Indigene —rule. The story begins during , a local celebration

: The human Police Chief of Sproing who must navigate the volatile relationship between humans and the Others to solve the murders.

: A bookstore owner and Vicki’s close friend who provides support and local knowledge. Major Themes CROWBONES by Anne Bishop – Review - Books, Bones & Buffy

: A human divorcee and owner of The Jumble who is slowly overcoming her past trauma while managing a resort for both humans and "Others".