Fallen - Linda Castillo
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Publication Date: July 6, 2021
This is the thirteenth in the Kate Burkholder series: it is the first I have read. Despite her being a prolific writer, this is my first Castillo novel. How have I missed her? I had no difficulty with this as a standalone, however, there were some events alluded to in Kate’s background about which I wish I knew more.
With an engrossing storyline and well drawn characters, this was a fast read. I had a little difficulty with the “who done it” and it was a bit predictable, but that didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the book.
Kate is a strong, well adjusted female protagonist who does seem to get herself into dangerous predicaments. Good thing she has a strong support system behind her. If you are new to this series and expect a light mystery, be forewarned that there are a few brutal scenes in it.
Having grown up near Pennsylvania Dutch country (the book takes place in Ohio), I enjoyed Castillo’s take on the Amish and English cultures as well as the translated Deitsch phrases.
****½
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