Pray for Silence (Kate Burkholder, #2)
Pray for Silence (Kate Burkholder, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Ohio • Contemporary
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Pray for Silence by Linda Castillo follows Chief of Police Kate Burkholder in an Amish community, investigating the brutal murder of an entire family. As she delves deeper, secrets unravel, revealing hidden connections and dark truths. Part of the Kate Burkholder series, the story blends mystery and cultural exploration.
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Review Roundup
Linda Castillo's Pray for Silence artfully blends a gripping murder mystery with cultural elements of Amish life, earning praise for its intense atmosphere and strong character development. However, some critics find the violence excessive and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it remains a compelling read for fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Pray for Silence (Kate Burkholder, #2)?
A reader who would enjoy Linda Castillo's Pray for Silence is likely a fan of suspenseful crime thrillers with a focus on Amish communities. Enthusiasts of Karin Slaughter’s and Tana French’s novels would appreciate its gritty, small-town atmosphere and complex characters woven into a chilling mystery.
32,151 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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304
Novel • Fiction
Ohio • Contemporary
2010
Adult
18+ years
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