I’m reading the series in order. This novella is included in the audiobook titled A Simple Murder, a bundling of all the short stories in the series. I will continue post the reviews for the novellas as I complete them.
Police Chief Kate Burkholder is called to the home of an Amish dairy farmer in the middle of the night when a young woman shows up at their home, battered and bruised. She also has no memory but is filled with terror, undefined but it involves someone chasing her meaning harm. It’s now up to Kate to help figure out what happened to the woman and her identity.
I love how this series seems to master the short story, setting up and solving an interesting mystery while delivering strong procedurals and excitement. Throughout the story, I went back and forth as to whether or not “Jane Doe” was truly having memory issues or faking it. It took me up to the reveal to determine that answer. And, yes, it had another dangerous moment for our fearless police chief and the author actually addressed that issue in the story! Finally, I was able to listen to this one because of the audio bundle of all the short stories! The narrator has solidified her place as the wonderful voice of the series in my head and she continued that here. I enjoyed this one, very much so.
Book Info
- Release Date: May 29, 2018
- Series: Kate Burkholder #9.5
- Narrator: Kathleen McInerney
- Audio Length: 1 hour, 53 minutes
- Publisher: Macmillan Audio
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Another author I need to read! Wonderful review once again, Jonetta!
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Thanks, Marialyce💜 Another series group read😏
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I always enjoy Linda Castillo’s books! I didn’t know there was a bundle of her novellas released. Kate Burkholder is one of those characters I don’t get tired of reading about. Have a great week.
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Yes! I believe the bundle came out last year and includes every novella released up to that date. I was thrilled!
Thanks for commenting, Mia💜
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yes yes, you’ve already put it on my tbr.
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I’m not a big fan of novellas but this series seems to get it right.
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I actually just saw this series mentioned on another blog as a series that’s too good to miss, so I love coming to your blog and seeing a glowing review for one of the books. This one’s going on my TBR. 🙂
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I’m very much enjoying the series despite the main character’s propensity to repeat the mistake of getting herself into dangerous situations. I’m also learning a lot about the Amish culture.
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Great review Jo. I also have been enjoying the audiobooks. You are almost caught up.
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