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The Farm: Secrets in the Heartland Series-Book 1
5.0 (2 ratings)
ThrillerMysteryPsychological ThrillerCrime Thriller

The Farm: Secrets in the Heartland Series-Book 1

Have you ever wondered how an ordinary person could know and interact with a serial killer and not know it until it was too late? 


Start to unravel the mystery of Kelsey Learner's disappearance in The Farm, the first riveting installment of The Secrets in the Heartland series. When Kelsey goes missing, the clock ticks silently for days before anyone takes notice. Detectives Kass Minor and Mitch Leet turn their focus to two suspects: Joe Learner, the apathetic ex-husband, and Helen Hann, Kelsey's boss's wife, who has a disturbing fixation on Kelsey. 

Meanwhile, a sinister undercurrent emerges as a pair of serial killers stalk the area. Are Kelsey's disappearance and the killers' spree connected, or merely a chilling coincidence? Minor and Leet confront the unsettling truth that sometimes, the answers lie beyond the obvious suspects.


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5.0

2 ratings

Mandy S.

Feb 8, 2026
I was captivated from the first page of this crime thriller. The intricate plot kept me on the edge of my seat, and the characters were expertly developed. The cliffhanger ending left me eagerly anticipating the next book in this gripping series. 5 stars!

Rachel B.

Feb 8, 2026
“The Farm” kicks off the Secrets in the Heartland series with a gripping mix of mystery and suspense. The disappearance of Kelsey Learner sets off a story that quickly becomes more layered and unsettling than it first appears.
Engrossing, suspenseful, and full of clever twists, this is a strong start to the series. Perfect for fans of small-town crime thrillers with secrets, danger, and just enough intrigue to keep you hooked.

About the Author

Andrea Heckner
I live in Wisconsin, with my husband. I have three grown sons and four grandchildren. When I'm not writing, you will find me spending time with my family or reading. As a child, I often made up stories to entertain my friends and siblings, and this continued when I had children of my own. My stories have evolved over the years as I have refined my style and found a genre that intrigues her: Crime Thrillers.