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Written In Bone : Buried Lives Of Jamestown and Colonial Maryland, by Sally Walker.


If you are a CSI buff and love a good historical mystery, this title is a must read. In 2005 scientists discovered the remains of the James Fort and started to carefully examine the lives of the early colonists in Jamestown. Numerous remains were discovered while excavating the site, some in shallow graves, others carefully buried in leaden coffins. One mystery focused on a young body buried in the kitchen under the floorboards, perhaps a victim of murder. As you follow the investigation scientists will piece together their lives. The bones reach beyond their graves to tell their story. This title is located at j614.17 W, but adults will be caught up in this historical mystery, too.