He Broke the Silence Is for You
Release of a Zachary Goldman PI Mystery
He Broke the Silence Is Here! (Zachary Goldman PI Mysteries #20)
I’m so excited to share that He Broke the Silence, book #20 in my Zachary Goldman PI Mysteries series, is officially out.
If you love mysteries with a private investigator at the center, layered characters, and cases that keep the pressure high, this one is for you.
A child won’t talk. A father is dead. Zachary Goldman has one chance to find the truth.
When a violent home invasion leaves one parent dead and one young witness too traumatized to speak, private investigator Zachary Goldman is pulled into a case where every answer comes with new pressure.
Why I Think You’ll Love This One
- A driven PI who does not back down.
- Strong emotional stakes without losing the mystery focus.
- Fast pacing and steady tension.
- The kind of story that pulls you into the case and keeps you turning pages.
Mystery Tropes and Themes Readers Can Expect
- Private investigator lead
- High-stakes casework
- Found family bonds
- Justice-focused mystery energy
- Twists and pressure (without gore-heavy focus)
New to Zachary Goldman? You Can Start Here
Even though this is book #20, every book in the series is designed to work as a standalone mystery.
If you want to begin from the start, read She Wore Mourning (book #1). I also have He Didn’t Save Her, available exclusively on my website, and it’s a recently released, brand-new behind-the-character story.
Annie was the girl he couldn’t save. What happened that night would haunt him forever and shape the man he was to become.
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When a five-year-old boy is found face-down in a neighborhood pond, the authorities are quick to call it a “tragic accident.” Case closed. But one grandmother doesn’t believe it. She needs the truth for her daughter, a mother drowning in a grief.
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Want to Binge the Series?
Yes, I’ve got options for binge readers and collectors. Get caught up on the series and save money getting a bundle!
Who This Series Is For
You’ll probably enjoy Zachary Goldman mysteries if you like:
- Character-driven detective fiction
- Ongoing series with a strong lead investigator
- Standalone cases inside a bigger world
- Mystery reads with heart, tension, and momentum
Final Note
Thank you for reading, reviewing, sharing, and championing this series. Your support is everything.
He Broke the Silence is out now, and I can’t wait to hear what you think.
FAQ
What themes are in this book?
High-stakes PI casework, emotional resilience, found-family support, and justice-focused mystery tension.
Is this a good pick for new mystery readers?
Yes, especially if you like character-driven detective stories.
Is He Broke the Silence a standalone mystery?
Yes. You can read it without reading earlier books first.
What number is He Broke the Silence in the series?
It is book #20 in the Zachary Goldman PI Mysteries.
Who is the author of He Broke the Silence?
The author is P.D. Workman.
Where should I start the Zachary Goldman series?
Start with She Wore Mourning if you want book #1, or try He Didn’t Save Her, my website-exclusive, brand-new behind-the-character story.
Are there Zachary Goldman box sets or collections?
Yes. You can get Zachary Goldman Books 17-19, Zachary Goldman Private Investigator Cases 1-19, and Zachary Goldman and Kenzie Kirsch Mysteries.
What genre is this series?
Detective mystery / private investigator mystery.
