"The Bone Collector" is a crime thriller novel written by Jeffery Deaver. It follows the story of Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic forensic expert, who teams up with a young police officer named Amelia Sachs to solve a series of gruesome murders in New York City. Rhyme uses his expertise in forensics to analyze evidence and track down the elusive killer. The novel explores themes of disability, teamwork, and the psychological aspects of crime. As Rhyme and Sachs delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover clues that lead them closer to the murderer, creating a tense and gripping narrative filled with twists and turns.