Sworn to Silence (Kate Burkholder, #1)
Sworn to Silence (Kate Burkholder, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Painter's Mill, Ohio • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sworn to Silence by Linda Castillo is a crime thriller that follows Kate Burkholder, a police chief with Amish roots, as she investigates a series of brutal murders in her small Ohio town. The story explores Kate's past and the secrets she harbors while grappling with the complexities of her dual identity.
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Review Roundup
Sworn to Silence by Linda Castillo garners commendation for its compelling plot, atmospheric setting, and well-developed protagonist. Reviewers praise the seamless blend of Amish culture and thriller elements. However, some critique the predictability of certain plot twists. Overall, it is a gripping read for fans of crime fiction.
Who Should Read Sworn to Silence (Kate Burkholder, #1)?
Fans of dark, suspenseful thrillers set in unique cultural settings will enjoy Linda Castillo's Sworn to Silence. Readers who appreciate the atmospheric tension in books like Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects or Karin Slaughter's Pretty Girls will find this tale of an ex-Amish police chief investigating brutal murders in her hometown compelling.
53,513 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Painter's Mill, Ohio • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
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