The Bone Whisperer: The Adventures of George and Flanagan, Book 2 is a mystery novel for young adults and preteens written by D.S. Allen. George just suffered through the longest four weeks ever as he waited for Katie to finally finish being grounded by her parents and Dougie to get motivated about their adventure again. Now, however, they were all assembled and ready to enter the quarry and find the pirate's treasure. Each of them had grand plans for the riches they would discover, but those dreams were abruptly shattered. First by the new metal gate barring access to the grounds, and second by the earth-moving machines that came trundling along the path. One driver got out and delivered the bad news. Tam McMaster, a local businessman, had bought the council land surrounding the quarry and would be turning it into a housing estate. They were trespassing and were ordered to leave. The three of them were horrified by the news. They couldn't help but think of all the wildlife that lived there and wonder how those animals could possibly survive. Finding the treasure now became an imperative. They'd use those riches to buy the rights to the land and preserve it.

D.S. Allen's mystery novel for young adults and preteens, The Bone Whisperer, is filled with action, adventure, and the camaraderie of good friends. This fast-paced tale will delight adventure lovers of all ages as the three treasure hunters brave parental censure, greedy businessmen, and a rather terrifying network of underground tunnels to find their treasure and save the land from development. Along the way, George comes to understand a bit more about his gift, which seems to have been passed on by his mom and Nan, who both read tea leaves. While this is the second book in Allen's series, the author gives enough background information for this novel to be read as a stand-alone. That said, I would strongly recommend reading the first book, The Headmaster's Cave, before The Bone Whisperer. They're both marvelous reads, and you won't want to miss out on that first book. The Bone Whisperer: The Adventures of George and Flanagan, Book 2 is most highly recommended.

George, along with dog, Flanagan, and friends, Katie and Dougie, work feverishly to solve the mystery of The White Lady, a ghostly apparition that invades George’s mind and is reported to haunt Redhall Manor. They also hold a map that claims Redhall Manor hides treasure that has been hidden away and forgotten. Unfortunately for George, the manor and The White Lady cause him to suffer nightmares; visions that he thinks are in the past. He just can’t be sure what is being revealed to him, or why. As the story develops and the children confront rich land-owner Tam McMaster, demanding he stop the proposed development of a local natural habitat, they discover that he is more dangerous than they could imagine. He wants to pursue his plans, and he also demands they stay away from his house, Redhall Manor. But children are children, and their sense of adventure overcomes their fear of mighty Tam McMaster. They set about solving the local mysteries while also trying to save the land from being turned into residential property.

The Bone Whisperer (The Adventures of George and Flanagan, Book 2) written by D.S. Allen will keep the reader’s attention right to the end of the story. There are twists and turns; demands and refusals; surprises and betrayals – all revealed in timely fashion. It took a while for me to get into the heads of these young folk, but once I did, I found this a mystery worth pursuing. The story is nicely woven together with interesting characters. It was pleasant to read a book for young people that had no vulgarity of any kind. Well done to the author, D.S. Allen. I would recommend this book for all lovers of mystery. An exciting and good read for all.