Dr. Samantha Owens is the protagonist of J.T. Ellison’s Pale Water series, a blend of historical fiction and suspense centered around forensic anthropology. The books explore the dark side of the Civil War and Reconstruction through the lens of a brilliant, unconventional female scientist investigating battlefield remains. With a grim, meticulously researched tone, Ellison’s series offers a unique perspective on the human cost of conflict and the secrets buried beneath the soil.



