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In the Dead of Night

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Revisit this classic tale of gripping suspense from New York Times bestselling author
Linda Castillo!


Sara Douglas watched as Nick Tyson emerged from the heavy rain, broken and
battered. She'd returned to Cape Darkwood, and the cliff side mansion that held her
family's secrets, to research her parents' murder—and stop the nightmares. As chief of
police, Sara knew Nick could help. But his mere presence had always left her breathless…


Few people understood how much Nick had lost, but while Sara ran, Nick had nowhere else to
go. Instead, he patrolled a divided town whose secrets lay dormant at the bottom of the
cliffs. Nick wouldn't let that be Sara's fate, no matter how much it pained him to see her
again. Their pasts linked by tragedy, the truth would finally give them a fresh start. But
only if the keeper of that truth allowed it…


Originally published in October 2007

256 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 9, 2007

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About the author

Linda Castillo

97 books6,549 followers
Linda Castillo is the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Kate Burkholder mystery series, set in the world of the Amish. The first book, Sworn to Silence, was adapted into a Lifetime original movie titled An Amish Murder starring Neve Campbell as Kate Burkholder. Castillo is the recipient of numerous industry awards including a nomination by the International Thriller Writers for Best Hardcover, a nomination for the Mystery Writers of America’s Sue Grafton Memorial Award, and a nomination for an “Audie Award” for best mystery audiobook. Her work has appeared on numerous bestseller lists and earned a spot on the Boston Globe’s shortlist for best crime novel.

In addition to writing, Castillo’s other passion is horses. She lives on a ranch in Texas with her husband, three Appaloosas, and two feisty, but loveable Blue Heelers.

She loves hearing from readers. Contact her at books@lindacastillo.com.

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530 reviews3 followers
August 24, 2021
Have been reading the Kate Burkholder series by Linda Castillo for years. However gave this one a try and it was riveting could put it down read is less the 24 hours. A great suspense.
12 reviews
August 8, 2023
Linda Castillo never disappoints

As a long-time fan of Linda Castillo's Kate Burkholder series, I searched for something of hers to read after I devoured An Evil Heart. I thoroughly enjoyed In the Dead of Night. Mystery, suspense, and love. Awesome read! Now onto another Castillo novel!
11 reviews
July 8, 2024
Many surprises ahead!!

A very good story that transcends 20 years! I loved the setting and could picture it clearly. Another of Castillo’s ability to make one feel a kinship with the characters. Don’t miss this read. I promise you’ll love it!
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953 reviews5 followers
March 24, 2019
Couldn't finish even on a long airplane ride. Seemed real bad so I only read half way which is unusual for me. Left on the plane for someone else to suffer through!
485 reviews1 follower
July 2, 2019
It's ok

This is not my usual genre but I've read several books by this author and I thought this would be similar. This is a romance with sexual scenes. Not suitable for teens
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22 reviews2 followers
August 18, 2020
Good quick read

Great read, short so I was able to finish it in a day and half in the evenings. Love Linda’s mysteries.
132 reviews1 follower
February 6, 2022
Destined to Be

A nicely written story about True Love and how it conquers all. Sometimes it takes awhile to be found and realized.
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242 reviews1 follower
June 1, 2022
Love Linda Castillo and I have rated every one of her books a 4 until now. Predictable, boring, snooze fest.
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669 reviews5 followers
May 31, 2023
Good suspense...

Too much fluff/romance. A favorite author of mine, I decided to read an earlier work of hers. Far too much romance for my liking but a decent book overall.
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54 reviews1 follower
February 7, 2017
Great book that I had a hard time putting down. She had me wanting more from the beginning.
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895 reviews35 followers
March 14, 2011
Not a bad mystery until the heroine does something totally idiotic. A guy she suspects is connected to the murders asks to meet her. So rather than meet in a public place, she offers to meet him at her murdered parents' abandonded house. Say what? Okay, I know the author wanted to make the whole showdown dramatic, but it was ridiculous. Meet the guy at a coffee house, a mall, somewhere public! Not in a place where it would be easy for him to kill you. Gah!
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Profile Image for Mindy.
1,237 reviews15 followers
October 26, 2016
This is the first of Linda Castillo's books that I have read that was not from the Kate Burkholder series. It was an easy, quick read. Part mystery, part romance! It held my attention to the end, and I'm sure I will read more of her books (not in the Kate Burkholder series) in the near future!
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541 reviews2 followers
March 30, 2016
Wauw,....very good! I liked the caracters,....Sara and Nick! A book for a good cry!!!!!!!!
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146 reviews3 followers
August 4, 2016
First time reading this author and guess what? I liked her! Time to go shopping for some more Linda Castillo books!
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430 reviews
June 8, 2021
Fast paced

Fast paced. Good story. Holds your attention. Another good Linda castillio book. This is not a Kate Burkholder book but still very good
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