A Cry in the Night

High Country Heroes #3

by Linda Castillo

A couple must put aside the differences that tore them apart when their son goes missing in this classic tale from New York Times bestselling author Linda Castillo…



Search-and-rescue leader Buzz Malone thought losing the only woman he’d ever loved was the worst blow life could deal. He was wrong. Finding out he has a son—a son his ex-wife, Kelly, had kept secret—is worse. Especially when that child is lost in the Rocky Mountains, pitted against a raging forest fire.

Tirelessly trekking through the mountains with Buzz by her side, Kelly soon realizes that the wilderness isn’t the only thing on fire. The passion that has always flared between them now burns hotter than ever. If they ever make it through this ordeal alive, Kelly vows to face an even greater challenge—convincing Buzz to give their love another try.

Originally published in 2002.

Genres: Mystery, Mystery Thriller, Romantic Suspense, Fiction

224 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 25, 2002

About the author

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.

Reviews

[Saly · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Cry in the Dark was a reunion romance about a divorced couple who despite loving each other couldn't let go of their respective baggage stemming from childhood. The points in its favor, the hero Buzz is delicious, he loves Kelly still and guess what has been celibate for five years because no-one can be a substitute for her.

Buzz was abused as a child by his father who blamed him for everything and that combined with his working as a cop in child's division, cemented his decision not to be a father, because the world is cruel and he does not want to bring a child in it. After he is injured on the job, he takes a position with the Rocky Mountain search and rescue instead of a corporate job Kelly wanted so she walks away.

My problem in the book was Kelly and Kelly. She was a liar. She lost her father and brother in a crash, they were heroes as well and never dealt with even when Buzz tried to bring it up. She knew who he was when she married him and when she couldn't change him, left and on top of that never told him she had his baby, and had no intention of doing it until he goes missing and she needs his help.

I liked how she loved her son and was frantic about it but hated her hypocrisy. She has no problem using his skills and then derides him for it? She even acknowledges this fault of hers and knows she loves him but can't live seeing him die and her son hurt.

Buzz despite all of that loved her and she had no problems raising the same issues over and over again and suddenly she does a U-turn. I just hate annoying heroines I tell you. I wanted to really slug her.

[Sandra · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting and well-developed plot but I found too much repetition in how the main characters thought and felt. How many different ways can you think how much you care and doubt the other person's caring attitude? I just picked this book up from my bookshelf when I was looking for a paperback which I could take out by the pool without worrying about it getting damaged. I am not sure where or when I obtained it, and I have already passed it on to a sister. I would describe it as a great read for the beach, poolside or on that flight where you don't have to do much concentrating.

[Christelle · Rating 2 out of 5]

première histoire: héroïne complètement folle 1/5
deuxième histoire : intrigue beaucoup plus intéressante 3/5

[Barbara Fraley · Rating 3 out of 5]

a 4 year old boy is lost on a hike. he's been missing for 6 hours. search and rescue haven't found any clues as to where he is. his mother is desperate, so she turns to the one man who she knows will find her son -the last person she wants to see and opens a pandora's box of turmoil, anger, blame, and confused emotions mixed with the fear she may never see her child again

[sharon sobzak · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining

Lots of action as a search for a four year old occurs in the mountains with a forest fire coming from the north. Emotions are high as the search and rescue leader learns his ex had his son and didn't tell him 4years prior.. eLibrary book

[Dhaverma · Rating 2 out of 5]

Premise isn't too good. Why would I want to read about characters that bicker, are hysterically searching for lost 4 year old, and are in a fire. So had problems even finishing it.

[gwynn northington · Rating 5 out of 5]

How to define true love?

All of your books that I have read deserve 5 stars. They all have meaning, carding, love 💘, wishes and dreams. Thank you. You keep us down to earth.

[Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good story with a predictable ending, but gripping on how the beginning gets to the end.

[Paschke · Rating 3 out of 5]

In der Art des schreibens ist es doch etwas sehr schlicht gehalten. Die Auflösung hat sich bei mir schon recht frühzeitig angedeutet. Schade. Ich bin eigentlich ein großer Freund von Castillo.

[Janet · Rating 2 out of 5]

Would not recommend

[Nancy Vanhouten · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very disappointed. This had to be one of her early books it just was boring .

[Pam (Kaydee) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent book by Linda. So different from the Kate Burke older series. Still worth the read

[C Janet · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read, fast adventure and action. Pulls you right in

[Luise · Rating 2 out of 5]

… naja das war nichts.

[Tricia Douglas · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was one of Linda Castillo's earlier novels. Compared to her newest, it lacks the intensity of her later books. A lot of repetition. She has improved immensely in the ten years that this book was written.

[Jan Springer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another one of my favorites on my keeper shelf. Great read. Great author. Recommend.

[Barbara Gard]

ok, romance book

[Rebecca Dowd · Rating 4 out of 5]

The little boy makes the book. Without him I really would not cared much about the charactors.