• The Bones Beneath My Skin

  • By: TJ Klune
  • Narrated by: Kirt Graves
  • Length: 13 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (63 ratings)

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The Bones Beneath My Skin

By: TJ Klune
Narrated by: Kirt Graves
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Publisher's summary

"Kirt Graves skillfully performs a stand-alone sci-fi audiobook set in 1995...Graves's tone and pacing keep the production moving forward as he provides an entertaining listening experience."—AudioFile Magazine

A spine-tingling thriller by New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune, about a 10-year-old girl with an impossible power, her father, and an unlikely stranger, who come together to confront the dangerous forces that want her at all costs. A strange story of family, love, comets, and bacon. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things.

In the spring of 1995, Nate Cartwright has lost everything: his parents are dead, his older brother wants nothing to do with him, and he's been fired from his job as a journalist in Washington, DC. With nothing left to lose, he returns to his family's summer cabin outside the small mountain town of Roseland, Oregon, to try to find some sense of direction. The cabin should be empty. It's not. Inside is a man named Alex. And with him is an extraordinary little girl who calls herself Artemis Darth Vader. Artemis, who isn't exactly as she appears.

Soon it becomes clear that Nate must make a choice: let himself drown in the memories of his past, or fight for a future he never thought possible. Because the girl is special. And forces are descending upon them who want nothing more than to control her.

A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Books.

©2022 TJ Klune (P)2023 Macmillan Audio

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Another winner by T.J. Klune

This story was a wild, fun, sweet ride. If you are a T. J. Klune fan, you will not be disappointed.

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Gorgeous

TJ, you’ve done it again. Absolutely gutted in the best way possible. A definite must read

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TJ Klune is as Amazing as Ever

TJ Klune is an amazing author with such a variety of books. This book was different from any others of his I have read/heard. It was a fascinating story with great characters. Kirt Graves did a great job narrating. I highly recommend this, and all TJ Klune books.

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Poignant and engaging.

Everything TJ Klune writes
Entrances me. I particularly loved this subject matter and he did it master fully.

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❤️❤️❤️

How can you not fall in love with these three? Artemis Darth Vader is a wonderful character. I guarantee you’ll love this book.

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One of his best!

This was instantly one of my favorite TJ Klune books. I don’t want to spoil anything so just enjoy the adventure!

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Another incredible story

T.J. Klune rips you from your humdrum life and plucks you down into a world full of humor, excitement, and love. This story was captivating from the very first minute! Like all of the other novels I’ve read by him, this will be one I reach for over and over.

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Yet Another Pure Delight

While not nearly as subtle or implicit as some of Klune’s prior works, The Bones Beneath My Skin takes it’s place as another warm and delightful tale from the author’s beautiful mind. I loved the characters and the story, the narration and performance was excellent, and the story—well, predictable, but exciting and heartwarming none the less. If you enjoy his other books, The Bones Beneath My Skin will not disappoint.

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Action thriller

Memorable characters in the story and many moments that are sweetly emotional sprinkle this interesting plot.

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A beautiful story of what it means to be human

I loved this story. It hit all the feels. It’s a beautiful tale of love, family, grief and acceptance.
Kirt Graves is fantastic as always, he is so good at bringing characters to life.
My only criticism is the completely unnecessary vegan bashing. It had nothing to do with the story. One shot might have been overlooked, but multiple shots was obnoxious.
Read this story, listen to this story - you won’t be sorry.

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