The Fallen Man

By: Tony Hillerman

Narrated by: George Guidall

In his Chee/Leaphorn series, best-selling author and recipient of the Navajo Tribe's Special Friend Award, Tony Hillerman, magically combines Navajo lore and modern American culture. In The Fallen Man, he brings Leaphorn out of retirement to join Chee in solving one of his most chilling mysteries to date.

When a human skeleton is discovered on sacred Navajo land, the publicity surrounding the find sets in motion a widespread investigation and a series of attempted murders. After a Washington group hires Leaphorn to investigate the "fallen man's" past, he joins Chee in unraveling a deadly intrigue that finally involves players from both the FBI and a suspicious corporation.

Sensitive insight into Navajo culture and intricate storytelling explain why Hillerman's tales are best sellers. Guidall's dramatic, well-paced narration makes clear why each release in the Leaphorn/Chee series attracts a wider audience.

©1996 Tony Hillerman (P)1997 Recorded Books, LLC

Well written and engaging.

Thoroughly enjoyable tale, interesting throughout. A good introduction to the prime characters of the series and their beliefs. Recommended

Wonderful but with some loose ends!

Hillerman is a fine writer, and I enjoyed Fallen Man. At the end, it seemed like there were some loose ends that begged for more information i.e Janet's going home, and the capture of the cattle rustling brand inspector. Hillerman's description of Navajo country is beautiful, and the description of the arrival of the first winter storm was exquisite. If it was possible, I rate Fallen Man at 4 1/2 stars......

The description of their location

I like the people she and Leaphorn. They kind of seem like brothers. In addition to being Police.

hillerman is a great writer

so far this is my favorite of all the books I've read by Tony Hillerman. I love the history and getting to know Navajo words and customs

The landscapes, relationships and Navajo culturally based traditions.

Storyline, Narrator. Cultural acuity embedded in story. Relationships, discussion of clans, taboos, history interwoven into the story and impact to community.