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From the buzz going around, readers have in no way been Sworn to Silence about this outstanding thriller by Linda Castillo! Sixteen years ago, a series of brutal murders shattered the peaceful farming community of Painters Mill, Ohio. A young Amish girl, Katie Burkholder, lived through the terror but was forever changed. Now, a wealth of experience later, Kate is the town’s chief of police. She is certain she’s come to terms with the past—until a slaughtered body is found in the snow. No one knows the secrets Kate kept as a 14-year-old Amish girl. Dark secrets that bind her to a madman. Kate knows she must stop the killer, or the violence of her past will repeat itself…and this time she may not survive.
Hardcover: 336 pages
Publisher: St. Martin's Press, Llc ( June 23, 2009 )
Item #: 18-6999
ISBN: 9780312374976
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.25 x 0.8 inches
Product Weight: 13.0 ounces

one of the best books I've read and I understand this is her first book. Can't wait for the next one.
Reviewer: joninew
This book had way too much gruesom,gory violance for me. After starting it I put it down and read something else. Decided later, maybe I could get through it to see who done it if I skip over the gory parts. It does have a good story line but so much better if toned down about 10 notches.
Reviewer: Shirley Z
One of the best suspense books I have ever read. Can't wait for the next book.
Reviewer: lizziem
It was awesome from front to back!!!
Reviewer: Melissa
This was the first book i read by this authur and what an absolute awesome read it was. She kept my interest from page 1 to the very end. The ending was excellent never came close to the killer identity. Would recommend this book a million times.
Reviewer: columbiaangel