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Hodnocení: 4,5/5 ✩
Občas si říkám, že v případě takto dlouhých sérií musí nastat čas, kdy autorce dojdou témata a zápletky, a zákonitě se začne opakovat. To se však v žádném případě netýká knih Lindy Castello.

Devátý díl série Kate Burkholderové, vás nenechá na pochybách. Opět se jedná o originální příběh, který od prvních stránek vtáhne do děje a nepustí, až do samotného konce. Dokáže chytit za srdce, není zde ani nouze o zajímavé prostředí, zvraty, skrytá tajemství a to vše, zasazené do nevšedního prostředí Amišské komunity.
Sama po knihách této série sahám v případě, kdy si potřebuji přečíst příběh, který mě zaujme a nebude nudit. I když se nejedná o nijak náročné čtení, je to pro mě taková malá sázka "na jistotu". Vřele tuto sérii doporučuji.

dixie1090's review against another edition

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mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

llawlor's review against another edition

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emotional tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.0

rmarcin's review against another edition

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4.0

Linda Castillo has written another great Kate Burkholder mystery. This novel is about Joseph King, a childhood friend of Kate's, who has been accused and convicted of the murder of his wife, Naomi. Now, 2 years later, he has escaped from prison. He continues to maintain his innocence, and asks Kate to help him prove it. She is hesitant, but as she delves into the situation, she starts to believe in Joseph. Kate's digging gets her in danger as she uncovers a world of cover-ups.
Thrilling read, couldn't put it down!

ksant's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? N/A
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Having read several Kate Burkholder Mysteries, I must say all were action-packed, thriller mysteries with great characters and plot twists. I’ve enjoyed them all. As a northeast Ohioan,
I‘ve found these mysteries to be culturally fun too.

selinabe's review

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dark mysterious sad tense

3.0

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4.0

This is the first time in a long while where I felt like I got a good glimpse into Kate's life before she left. I was excited for this. Then there is Kate's lover, John, who I had grown to love as much as Kate. They work well together both in the field and in their personal life.

The author does not slowly build up in this story. Right from the gate, the story picks up and does not slow down. I really enjoy this as it keeps the story moving. Not that I have had a problem reading any of the books in this series. I am a life time fan.

As usual, there was so twists. Yet, I do have to point out someone that was a star in my eyes in this book and that is Mona. She works with Kate but not as an investigator (yet). She showed some great skills in finding out information and helping Kate. Oh, and there is a shoot out scene towards the end of the story. Down a Dark Road will have you on the edge of your seat with engaging characters and a strong storyline.

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