With Pray for Silence, Linda Castillo tops her own bestselling debut, Sworn to Silence, with a chilling story that’s both a fast-paced thriller and a compelling psychological puzzle.
In the quiet town of Painters Mill, an Amish family of seven has been found murdered on their farm. Chief of Police Kate Burkholder and her small force have few clues, no motive and no suspect. Formerly Amish herself, Kate is no stranger to secrets, but she can’t get her mind around the senseless brutality of the crime. When state agent John Tomasseti arrives on the scene, he and Kate discover that the disturbing details of the case will force them to face demons from their own troubled pasts.
Then Kate discovers a diary and realizes that one of the teenage daughters may have been leading a lurid double life. As the case develops, the list of suspects grows. Who is the attractive stranger that stole the heart of the innocent young Amish girl? Did her brother—a man with a violent past who was shunned by his family and community—come back to seek revenge? Driven by her own scarred past, Kate swears she’ll find the killer and bring him to justice...even if it means putting herself in the line of fire.
Hardcover : 320 pages
Publisher: St. Martin's Press, LLC ( June 22, 2010 )
Item #: 12-947753
ISBN: 9781312374983
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.25 x 0.75inches
Product Weight: 12.0 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Reviewer: Cindy F
this is the best book I've ever read,hope to read the new one.keeps you on the edge.
Reviewer: cutie
After reading her book Sworn to Silence which I could not put down. I couldn't wait until her next book was published
Pray for Silence was a great read, one that you couldn't put down but also didn't want it to end. I can't wait for her next book, she can't be beat.
Reviewer: Monnie
I loved this book. I couldn't put the book down. I will definately be buying the first one and any future books!!
Reviewer: Jessica
Almost as good as her first book, Sworn to Silence. A good thriller, full of suspense. I am looking forward to the next in the series. Linda Castillo is on my favorite-author list now.
Reviewer: v.g.
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