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Breaking Silence: A Kate Burkholder Novel Audiobook
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The New York Times bestselling series hailed as "gripping" (People magazine) and "compelling" (USA Today) returns with Police Chief Kate Burkholder called to the scene of a horrific tragedy on a peaceful Amish farm.
The Slabaugh family are model Amish farmers, prosperous and hardworking, with four children and a happy extended family. When the parents and an uncle are found dead in their barn, it appears to be a gruesome accident: methane gas asphyxiation caused by a poorly ventilated cesspit. But in the course of a routine autopsy, the coroner discovers that one of the victims suffered a head wound before death—clearly, foul play was involved. But who would want to make orphans of the Slabaughs' children? And is this murder somehow related to a recent string of shocking hate crimes against the Amish?
Having grown up Amish, Kate is determined to bring the killer to justice. Because the other series of attacks are designated hate crimes, the state sends in agent John Tomasetti, with whom Kate has a long and complex relationship. Together, they search for the link between the crimes—and uncover a dark secret at work beneath the placid surface of this idyllic Amish community.
Chock full of twists and chills and set against the unusual world of the Amish, this series "will delight fans of Chelsea Cain and Thomas Harris" (USA Today).
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"This was the first book by Linda Castilli that I have read and it was amazing. I'm already planning to read the first two books in this series. Breaking Silence is an intense story and I literally couldn't put it down. The characters are likable, flaws and all. And the ending is a shock! "
— Jacque (5 out of 5 stars)
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“In addition to creating exceptionally well drawn characters and crafting a gripping plot that takes some shocking turns to a heart-pounding conclusion, Castillo probes with keen sensitivity the emotional toll taken by police work. The third in this series of thrillers (after Sworn to Silence, 2009, and Pray for Silence, 2010) is another winner.
— Booklist (starred review) -
Kate's third offers plenty of violence, a surprise ending and some insight into the Amish way of life.
— Kirkus Reviews -
Castillo melds deeply flawed characters with a glimpse into a unique community in which isolation can hide a plethora of secrets.
— Publishers Weekly -
Castillo has created a gripping series about police chief Kate Burkholder, who was raised in an Amish community but left during her teens, which creates a constant tension between herself and the community but also an understanding of the people involved. Life in the farming area is vividly portrayed and both the sociological background and the physical setting add greatly to the mystery. The mystery is complicated but clearly plotted with a heart-stopping ending.
— RT Book Review (4 ½ stars) -
This is the third in a stupendous series . . . Written at a thrilling pace, with haunting images, Breaking Silence is a novel worth staying up all night to reach the end.
— New York Journal of Books
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beatrice little, 9/30/2023
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" I just picked this up at the library without any idea what it was about. Not the type of book I normally would read but I actually really enjoyed it. A good quick read and I will probably read the earlier ones "
— Sandie, 2/18/2014 -
" Murders in Amish country-always interesting. "
— Cathy, 2/2/2014 -
" Best one by far!! Just got the new one loaded onto my kindle!! Can't wait! Love this series!! "
— Mich, 12/19/2013 -
" I am totally in love with Castillo! I love this series so much! It's kind of like James Patterson novels, only with a girl! "
— Katie, 12/7/2013 -
" Until this year, I didn't realize there were crime novels set in the Amish community. Now I've discovered two. "
— Lynn, 11/20/2013 -
" 2.5 stars - slow, didn't get a real connection with the characters "
— Laney, 11/12/2013 -
" Awesome! Can't wait till Gone Missing gets to the store. "
— Kathy, 10/26/2013 -
" Another great one set in Painter's Mill, OH an Amish community where Kate Burkholder solves murder cases! "
— Holly, 9/20/2013 -
" Great, didn't see the killer coming, and I almost always do after 20 years loving mystery cop novels. "
— Cyndi, 9/15/2013 -
" Not as thrilling as the two previous books in this series, but overall a good story, although slightly predictable. "
— Monica, 8/29/2013 -
" moved a lot slower than the previous two books. hopefully the next book will be more exciting... "
— Mindy, 8/12/2013 -
" I have enjoyed all three in this series. This one was not as griping/thrilling or graphic as the first two but I still liked it and am looking forward to the next one! "
— Candace, 7/24/2013 -
" Another very good book in this series. "
— Tricia, 7/13/2013 -
" Good book. I am now going to purchase Linda Castillo's other books. It is a good who done it book with a suprise ending. "
— Cindy, 6/24/2013 -
" This author is one of my favorites. Amish people, murder and police people. Same characters as in previous books. "
— Holly, 6/12/2013 -
" Great third story of this trilogy. Best one yet. I'm really getting attached to Kate. "
— Alaine, 5/21/2013 -
" The third book is better than the second and as good as the first! Can't wait for more of them to show up! "
— Lizziekate, 4/13/2013 -
" I didn't realize this was a series and was fine reading it without knowing the backgrounds, but I do think I will read the other books in this series. "
— Kiti, 3/16/2013 -
" Great book. I wonder how the author knows so much about Amish country in Ohio when she lives in Texas....hmmmm lots of research. "
— Lisa, 12/30/2012 -
" Ugh. This was really weird. I felt like it couldn't end soon enough. "
— Natalie, 8/3/2012 -
" I knew who did it and why within the first two chapters, it was just too obvious. Don't care about the relationship of the primary character and not very true too how law enforcement operates. The Amish are so persecuted and victims of crime in this book that it strains the imagination. "
— Brenda, 9/14/2011 -
" Really a 3.5, but for me 4s are hard to get. Love the Amish angle, having grown up near Pennsylvania Dutch country. Her characters are nicely molded. "
— Christina, 5/20/2011 -
" Another great novel by Linda Castillo... Can not wait for her 4th novel due out 6/2012...! "
— Jackie, 5/20/2011 -
" another great thriller in the Kate Burkholder series "
— Lisa, 5/14/2011 -
" Looooved it. Kept you guessing til the end. The Amish culture was well represented in this book. Great author...thanks "
— Julie, 5/5/2011 -
" Was a really good story and mystery, again though too many references to the first book. Letting all the key points of that fantastic first book wrote in this one....which makes you wonder why you would read the first one if you haven't already. "
— Ladyacct, 4/6/2011
About Linda Castillo
Linda Castillo is the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Kate Burkholder mystery series, set in the world of the Amish. The first book, Sworn to Silence, was adapted into a Lifetime original movie titled An Amish Murder starring Neve Campbell as Kate Burkholder. She is the recipient of numerous industry awards.
About Kathleen McInerney
Kathleen McInerney won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration in 2011 and was a finalist for the Audie in 2010 and 2015. Her narrations have also earned several AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has performed in New York and around the United States in both classical and contemporary theater. Her credits also include television commercials, daytime drama, radio plays, and a broad range of animation voice-overs.