An Evil Heart

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This program is read by longtime series narrator, Kathleen McInerney. Chief of Police Kate Burkholder investigates the brutal death of a young Amish man in the latest installment of the bestselling series by Linda Castillo. On a crisp autumn day in Painters Mill, Kate responds to a call and discovers Aden Karn, a 20-year-old Amish man, violently killed with a crossbow, his body abandoned on a dirt road. Well-liked and from a respected family, Aden's death raises the question: who would commit such a heinous act against someone with so much to live for? As Kate connects with his devastated family and the community, her determination to solve the case intensifies. Aden was known for his humor and hard work, and he was looking forward to marrying his fiancé, Emily. Meanwhile, Kate's own wedding day to Tomasetti approaches. However, as she investigates, whispers of a darker side to Aden's life emerge. Are these rumors a cruel attempt to tarnish his memory? Kate pursues every lead relentlessly, sensing a hidden secret that no one wants to discuss. The case escalates when a young Amish woman reveals a horrific story, placing Kate in conflict with a dangerous adversary. As the truth unfolds, Kate confronts the devastating consequences of a life shrouded in darkness. A Macmillan Audio production from Minotaur Books.