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Yoder's Farm
When an Amish community is targeted by a murderer, they have no choice but to go against tradition and call for help. The Amish are less than thrilled with the FBI sends agents Lizbeth Dawson and Matt Silva to solve the case.
The agents arrive to find no evidence, a less than cooperative community and a lack of women’s rights that sends Liz reeling.
Frustrated by the Amish and their secrecy, the agents are thrilled when a woman, Sarah, who escaped the Amish way of life, comes to their aide. Sarah arrives with more information than the agents can handle as they discover a circle of violence that shocks the seasoned agents.
When long held secrets are revealed, the motive is discovered, an entire community is at risk, and so are the agents. The only question remains if they will capture the killer, or if the killer will outsmart them.
The agents arrive to find no evidence, a less than cooperative community and a lack of women’s rights that sends Liz reeling.
Frustrated by the Amish and their secrecy, the agents are thrilled when a woman, Sarah, who escaped the Amish way of life, comes to their aide. Sarah arrives with more information than the agents can handle as they discover a circle of violence that shocks the seasoned agents.
When long held secrets are revealed, the motive is discovered, an entire community is at risk, and so are the agents. The only question remains if they will capture the killer, or if the killer will outsmart them.
165 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 14, 2012
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About the author
Kim Mullican
23 books29 followersKim Mullican was born in Northwest Indiana, where she was raised on the family farm. She attended International Business College in Fort Wayne before continuing on at Indiana Wesleyan University.
When she’s not writing, she’s probably cooking a meal for her rather large family. An assortment of children and pets keep her on her toes.
On the rare chance she and Mr. Mullican can pull away, you can find them on a quiet body of water, fishing poles in hand.
She’s a cross-genre writer delving into crime fiction, PNR, mystery and suspense.
When she’s not writing, she’s probably cooking a meal for her rather large family. An assortment of children and pets keep her on her toes.
On the rare chance she and Mr. Mullican can pull away, you can find them on a quiet body of water, fishing poles in hand.
She’s a cross-genre writer delving into crime fiction, PNR, mystery and suspense.
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November 18, 2013
Good story. Scattered execution
Not your everyday, sit down with a cup of coffee or ice tea read. This story occurs in an Amish community where a murderer is on the loose meting out a form of justice the community turns a blind towards: rape, incest and child abuse. The local police force has been contacted by Bishop Samuel Yoder. Realizing how difficult it is to try and obtain information from the Amish community, the sheriff contacts the FBI for assistance. Enter, Elizabeth Dawson and Mathew Silva.
Pro’s I commend the author for tackling such a difficult topic and how those who have been attacked never completely shed the scars from years of abuse.
Con’s At times, I had a difficult time relating to the hardened FBI agents: Dawson and Silva. They appeared to have more teenage tendencies then two veteran officers of the FBI.
The love story between Liz and Matt was okay at first, but quickly became a drag to the story. Less telling and more showing. During exchanges of dialog, instead of letting the characters carry the story, the author felt compelled to explain how they were feeling. This goes back to character development. Let them speak for themselves.
Finally, there is a smattering of missing words and confusing subject matters in sentences which does tend to distract from the flow. I believe this could really be a very good book with some added work and thought.
Overall, it’s not a bad read.
Not your everyday, sit down with a cup of coffee or ice tea read. This story occurs in an Amish community where a murderer is on the loose meting out a form of justice the community turns a blind towards: rape, incest and child abuse. The local police force has been contacted by Bishop Samuel Yoder. Realizing how difficult it is to try and obtain information from the Amish community, the sheriff contacts the FBI for assistance. Enter, Elizabeth Dawson and Mathew Silva.
Pro’s I commend the author for tackling such a difficult topic and how those who have been attacked never completely shed the scars from years of abuse.
Con’s At times, I had a difficult time relating to the hardened FBI agents: Dawson and Silva. They appeared to have more teenage tendencies then two veteran officers of the FBI.
The love story between Liz and Matt was okay at first, but quickly became a drag to the story. Less telling and more showing. During exchanges of dialog, instead of letting the characters carry the story, the author felt compelled to explain how they were feeling. This goes back to character development. Let them speak for themselves.
Finally, there is a smattering of missing words and confusing subject matters in sentences which does tend to distract from the flow. I believe this could really be a very good book with some added work and thought.
Overall, it’s not a bad read.
August 19, 2012
I really enjoyed this story. It was a fast paced read despite the Amish in the story trying to slow down the investigation via their lack of cooperation. The chemistry between the agent partners was very sweet and there wasn't one character who I didn't like with one possible exception as not all characters are meant to be well liked..but even they I empathized with. Even the Bishop as harsh as he was was following his honest beliefs. I learned a lot although i don't know how much I learned was pure fiction bc it sure felt authentic. This is an enjoyable standalone book or would be great in a series :) I only give 5 stars to longer novels that are like epic. I've been reviewing my review system so the lack of 5th star shouldn't be seen as a negative. This book did entertain and teach as I'm sure some re the Amish was real and so I wish another half star was avail. Very good read. ;)
November 6, 2014
This was a very well written piece, and the first title of Kim Mulligan's I have read. The plotting was well executed and carried through and the premise of the story was creative. As far as I know, murder in an Amish community is nearly unheard of, but Mulligan was an expert at bringing it to life without having to bring the reader into the suspension of disbelief.
This sort of crime really could happen and I think that is a part of why I like this book. There was a hint of romance and a closed door love scene between the hero and heroine. With this being crime fiction, an explicit sex scene would have been out of place. The playful, yet flirtatious relationship of the main characters blended well with the action. And the ending? A nice surprise. It's rare to cheer for the bad guy.
This sort of crime really could happen and I think that is a part of why I like this book. There was a hint of romance and a closed door love scene between the hero and heroine. With this being crime fiction, an explicit sex scene would have been out of place. The playful, yet flirtatious relationship of the main characters blended well with the action. And the ending? A nice surprise. It's rare to cheer for the bad guy.
January 29, 2015
I got a copy for audio review from the author.I had hoped I'd be able to finish this book,but just couldn't.The way the Amish were portrayed stung me from the beginning.The descriptions of abuse in the community and how their ways were backwards and wrong is just rubbish.Living among them I know 'our' Amish have some of the same social issues that we have,but they are friendly and decent people.The other characters lacked depth,all stereotypical of their position in the book.I dreaded trying to finish and gave up halfway thru.
January 23, 2013
Read this book in just a few days! I did not want to put it down, I just had to get through and see what was going to happen. Love books like that!
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