An Evil Heart: A Novel

In a small, tightly knit community, the peace that the residents once enjoyed is shattered by the brutal murder of a local. As the shadows lengthen and whispers of suspicion spread, Kate Burkholder, the town's Chief of Police, finds herself thrust into a chilling investigation that uncovers buried secrets and hidden agendas. The idyllic landscape belies the turmoil brewing beneath the surface, as the close quarters of the community expose old grudges and long-held resentments.

As Kate dives deeper, she grapples with her own demons, wrestling with the moral complexities of justice in a place that seems to know her better than she knows herself. Each clue leads her closer to a truth that threatens to consume not just her but the very fabric of the town. The stakes rise as Kate must navigate the entanglements of loyalty and betrayal, confronting the darkness both within others and within her own heart.

With each twist and turn, tension escalates as she races against time to prevent further loss. In a world where trust is fragile and betrayals can be lethal, Kate Burkholder must summon all her strength and intuition to uncover the killer before it’s too late, revealing that even the most serene facades can hide the most malevolent intentions.