Carol Award for Romantic Suspense. Romantic Times Top Pick! After the murder of his partner, Detective Rollin Wells hides away in an Amish home to find out who is collaborating with Cleveland's notorious mob. While Rollin searches for answers to his partner's death, he befriends an elusive young Amish woman named Katie and her young son. As Rollin learns about Katie's past, he's shocked at the secret Katie is hiding—a secret that has haunted Rollin for almost ten years. "What a wonderful book by an amazing author! In Dobson's latest offering, readers will find mystery, love and values that have withstood the test of time. The characters are a delight and readers get a fascinating glimpse into the underworld of gangsters during the era of Prohibition. . . ." (Romantic Times, Top Pick, 4 1/2 stars) Cleveland, Ohio, 1928. Detective Rollin Wells is close to exposing the dark secrets that bind the notorious Cardano family. After the murder of his partner, Rollin discovers that the Cardanos are forming a cabal in the rural hills south of Cleveland. As he hides out in Sugarcreek, Rollin must rely on a beautiful but elusive Amish woman—a woman who reminds him of the girl he loved long ago—to find out who is collaborating with Cleveland's mob. Will Katie Lehman trust him with her secret...and her heart? Or will the Cardano code of honor silence them both forever? The Silent Order is part of the Legacy of Love series based on the courageous people and significant events that wove together the rich tapestry of America's freedom and faith. Melanie Dobson is the award-winning author of almost thirty historical, romance, and suspense novels and novellas. Five of her novels have won Carol Awards including The Silent Order. Melanie grew up in a small Ohio town, but now lives with her husband and two daughters near Portland, Oregon. Read more of her story at melaniedobson.com. LEGACY OF LOVE NOVELS The Masquerade - The Runaway - The Imposter - The Christmas Bride - The Journey - The Society - The Stranger - The Silent Order "What a wonderful book by an amazing author! In Dobson's latest offering, readers will find mystery, love and values that have withstood the test of time. The characters are a delight and readers get a fascinating glimpse into the underworld of gangsters during the era of Prohibition." (Romantic Times, Top Pick, 4 1/2 stars) "Melanie Dobson weaves a tale of intrigue cloaked in secrets yet threaded with elements of grace. Put The Silent Order on your must-have list"--Kim Vogel Sawyer, bestselling author of My Heart Remembers "The instant pull into the story is absolutely amazing. The plot line is different, though. Very different. Melanie Dobson is a seasonally talented author who truly knows what her fans will love. She took two extremely different worlds and blended them in a way that would seem unthinkably impossible. But, she did it and it was WONDERFUL! RollinWells, a 1920's detective, was the depth of the story. Dobson chiseled his character into one that instantly grabs you and pulls you by his side to solve the case. The mysterious air around him really makes the story one that it's hard to put down (literally! I did NOT want to put the book down!)." (Reviews by Molly)