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- 2024 SUE GRAFTON MEMORIAL AWARD WINNERChief of Police Kate Burkholder investigates the brutal death of a young Amish man in An Evil Heart, the latest installment of the bestselling series by Linda Castillo.
- Edgar Allan Poe Awards (G.P. Putnam's Sons Sue Grafton Memoriam Award) 2024 1st Winner
- About the Author: 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.
- 320 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Mystery & Detective
- Series Name: Kate Burkholder
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"Chief of Police Kate Burkholder investigates the brutal death of a young Amish man in An Evil Heart, the latest installment of the bestselling series by Linda Castillo. On a crisp autumn day in Painters Mill, Chief of Police Kate Burkholder responds to a call only to discover an Amish man who has been violently killed with a crossbow, his body abandoned on a dirt road. Aden Karn was just twenty years old, well liked, and from an upstanding Amish family. Who would commit such a heinous crime against a young man whose life was just beginning? The more Kate gets to know his devastated family and the people-both English and Amish-who loved him, the more determined she becomes to solve the case. Aden Karn was funny and hardworking and looking forward to marrying his sweet fiancâe, Emily. All the while, Kate's own wedding day to Tomasetti draws near... But as she delves into Karn's past, Kate begins to hear whispers about a dark side. What if Aden Karn wasn't the wholesome young man everyone admired? Is it possible the rumors are a cruel campaign to blame the victim? Kate pursues every lead with a vengeance, sensing an unspeakable secret no one will broach. The case spirals out of control when a young Amish woman comes forward with a horrific story that pits Kate against a dangerous and unexpected opponent. When the awful truth is finally uncovered, Kate comes face to face with the terrible consequences of a life lived in all the dark places"--Book Synopsis
2024 SUE GRAFTON MEMORIAL AWARD WINNER
Chief of Police Kate Burkholder investigates the brutal death of a young Amish man in An Evil Heart, the latest installment of the bestselling series by Linda Castillo.
Review Quotes
Praise for An Evil Heart:
"Skillful storytelling... An Evil Heart proves this is a series that continues to soar." --Oline Cogdill, Shelf Awarness, starred review
"Castillo's punchy prose and well-developed characters keep the pages turning... Series fans will be eager for the next entry." --Publishers Weekly Praise for the Kate Burkholder novels:
"Electrifying." --Publishers Weekly "A captivating story by a gifted storyteller." --The Washington Book Review "An atmospheric thriller about fear, revenge, and the dark side of Amish life...Linda Castillo is a true master of suspenseful police procedurals." --Bustle "Magnetic."--People Magazine "Exquisitely plotted...a standout in a stellar series."--Associated Press "Castillo weaves the particularities of the Amish mindset into a complex mystery that will leave you crying with pity or seething with rage." --Kirkus Reviews (starred) "Thrilling...Castillo skillfully sets each scene, compelling readers to fear the raging stream, sense the tension in a room." --Publishers Weekly
About the Author
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. Critically acclaimed as "the master of the genre" (People magazine), Castillo is the recipient of numerous industry awards including an Edgar Award, the Sue Grafton Memorial Award, a nomination by the International Thriller Writers for Best Hardcover, a nomination for an Audie Award for best mystery audiobook, and an appearance on the Boston Globe's shortlist for best crime novel. Her books have sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide.
In addition to writing, Castillo's other passion is horses. She lives in Texas with her husband and a menagerie of animals, and is currently at work on her next book.Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inches (W) x 1.2 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.1 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Kate Burkholder
Sub-Genre: Mystery & Detective
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Number of Pages: 320
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Theme: Police Procedural
Format: Hardcover
Author: Linda Castillo
Language: English
Street Date: July 11, 2023
TCIN: 87421757
UPC: 9781250781086
Item Number (DPCI): 247-26-1635
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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4.7 out of 5 stars with 3 reviews
100% would recommend
3 recommendations
A suspenseful story!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
- 2 years ago
An Evil Heart by Linda Castillo takes us back to Painter’s Mill, Ohio days before the wedding of Kate Burkholder and her fiancé, John Tomasetti. An Evil Heart is the fifteenth A Kate Burkholder Novel. While it can be read as a standalone, I do recommend reading the series in order. It allows readers to get to know Kate and see how her relationship with John came about. Each book in the series builds upon the previous one. I thought An Evil Heart was well-written with realistic, developed characters. Kate Burkholder is a strong, smart woman. Her background (being raised Amish but she is now Englisch) helps her when it comes to cases she handles. John Tomasetti works for the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation. He is a good partner for Kate. He understands her long hours and her devotion to her job. The pair work well together when John joins Kate on a case. Chief of Police Kate Burkholder’s latest case is a gruesome one. Amishman Aden Karn was killed on his way to meet his ride to work. Kate delves into the case. Kate questions Karn’s family, friends, girlfriend, roommate, and coworkers. She wants to get to know the victim and discover what could have led to the victim’s demise. Kate works to piece together the clues and then narrows in on the guilty party. Kate is methodical in her investigation. She is a hard worker. Kate has a good team to assist her. The mystery can be solved early in the story. The why takes longer to uncover. The reveal scene was action packed and full of suspense which had me quickly flipping the pages. There are graphic details that could disturb some readers and trigger others. The story also contains foul language. Kate and John’s wedding day is special. The planning is emotional for Kate. She grew up Amish and dreamed of an Amish wedding. But now she is English. Kate wants to find a way to merge the two cultures. Kate is also working on her relationship with her family. The wedding can, hopefully, bring the Burkholder clan closer. The author beautifully blends the whodunit and Kate’s life into one engaging story. I especially enjoyed the ending. An Evil Heart is a suspenseful story with a macabre murder, wedding worries, dubious acquaintances, an unusual weapon, a curious clue, and a cruel killer.
Wow!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Dali - 2 years ago
It's very difficult to say all that I want to say about this book without giving anything away. It is an amazing suspense filled story that had me holding my breath and kept me guessing all the way through. It completely kept me on the edge of my seat, so much so that all I can say to sum it up is, "Wow!" FYI: The setting and characters of An Evil Heart are centered in an Amish community. However, the story is a contemporary suspense listed as Women Sleuths/Police Procedurals. It is not a Christian suspense story and therefore does contain some language. It is, however, a great suspense story and well worth the read.
A great addition to this series
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Perriknows - 2 years ago
I have been a fan of this series since Book 1 and this latest installment is another fabulous read. Ms. Castillo doesn't hold back the gruesome truth that is murder, but in this iteration, is the murdered man as innocent as he projects? The twists and turns in the book will have you holding on to your seat as the truth comes out in bits and pieces. More than one crime will be solved when you finally put the book down and realize all of the things that might have happened if Kate didn't have that little voice telling her...there's something here... I'm happy to see some healing between Kate and her siblings, culminating with her wedding being held at the family farm. Perhaps her extended Amish family hasn't totally given up on Katie either. Can't wait for the next book!!