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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Loved this book!
This is the second in a series with Det. Packard as the lead, but was written well enough that this could be a stand-alone. I am, however, planning to read the first one!
Packard is a fantastic main character who I rooted for during the entire novel and sheriff’s race. The antagonists (there were several unlikeable characters) were well written and provided just enough drama to keep me engaged and wanting more.
This novel is two main story lines running throughout it - one storyline was kept open at the end, I assume to set up the next in the series., which I am eagerly awaiting!
Overall, really loved Packard, the writing style, plot line and twists, and can’t wait to read more!
This is the second in a series with Det. Packard as the lead, but was written well enough that this could be a stand-alone. I am, however, planning to read the first one!
Packard is a fantastic main character who I rooted for during the entire novel and sheriff’s race. The antagonists (there were several unlikeable characters) were well written and provided just enough drama to keep me engaged and wanting more.
This novel is two main story lines running throughout it - one storyline was kept open at the end, I assume to set up the next in the series., which I am eagerly awaiting!
Overall, really loved Packard, the writing style, plot line and twists, and can’t wait to read more!
Really enjoyed this one! Pace is a bit different from the first book, still with multiple POVs but mainly through Packard.
The author has a way of weaving the psychology of the characters into the crime and the mystery. While in the last book, the killer was revealed but it was the chase (or at which point the killer and the pursuer eventually met) that was the structure of the plot. In this one, the potential suspect(s) were being hinted until the true killer was revealed. However, was the mastermind the killer or…something else? The author used psychology to essentially tricked the killer to do the deed. That’s the intriguing part.
PLUS, what I really liked about this one was the more attention given to the background arc of Packard’s story - his missing brother, Nick. A lot of hints were dropped and I know I am totally looking forward to the next book because Nick’s story intrigued me since the first book.
The author has a way of weaving the psychology of the characters into the crime and the mystery. While in the last book, the killer was revealed but it was the chase (or at which point the killer and the pursuer eventually met) that was the structure of the plot. In this one, the potential suspect(s) were being hinted until the true killer was revealed. However, was the mastermind the killer or…something else? The author used psychology to essentially tricked the killer to do the deed. That’s the intriguing part.
PLUS, what I really liked about this one was the more attention given to the background arc of Packard’s story - his missing brother, Nick. A lot of hints were dropped and I know I am totally looking forward to the next book because Nick’s story intrigued me since the first book.
I enjoy this new series. I like how Ben is settling into the community and being able to be more who he is. There is some conflict in the department when Ben decides to run or not and we are left with a bit of a hint at where the next book is going. I look forward to it.
4.5 stars but going to round up. Shoutout to All She Wrote Books for this read! I love a thriller and this was the perfect length, we love a cliffhanger, I really liked Ben Packard as the main character, and the plot wasn’t predictable. Glad I read it!
I just finished Where the Dead sleep by Joshua Moehling and here is my review.
Deputy Ben Packard is no stranger to strange crimes but the murder of Bill Sandersen doesn’t look like it is an open and shut case. Everyone involved with Bill has a small motive to want him dead but each person is as likely as the next. An ex wife whom he divorced when the money dried up then married her sister. The wife who seems to have buyer's remorse with Bill… A business partner he stole money from and high roller poker players he got involved with.
Things get heated when someone takes a shot at Ben during the investigation. What is he getting close to that someone is willing to silence him over?
I wasn’t sure about this book when I first started it but I was pleasantly surprised at how well written it was. You could feel the undercurrent of something more sinister than just a murder happening but you don’t get any details on it so I do hope there is another book. I loved how all the characters had a motive and each one seemed to have secrets they were keeping too. Bill was a real menace and you can see why people had beef.
I did feel that the book kept trying to push that Ben was gay and felt it was really unnecessary to keep mentioning it. I didn’t add to the story for me and it was a bit off putting. I loved that the lead character was gay… Didn’t need a reminder every few chapters. Repetition in books is a major pet peeve for me.
I need to know more about this town and I am hoping another book is coming soon. I kinda got attached to Ben and now I need to know what happened to his brother. It was a really clever book and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good thriller. It is book 2 but for me, it worked as an excellent standalone.
4 stars thank you @netgalley and @poisonpenpress for my gifted copy
Deputy Ben Packard is no stranger to strange crimes but the murder of Bill Sandersen doesn’t look like it is an open and shut case. Everyone involved with Bill has a small motive to want him dead but each person is as likely as the next. An ex wife whom he divorced when the money dried up then married her sister. The wife who seems to have buyer's remorse with Bill… A business partner he stole money from and high roller poker players he got involved with.
Things get heated when someone takes a shot at Ben during the investigation. What is he getting close to that someone is willing to silence him over?
I wasn’t sure about this book when I first started it but I was pleasantly surprised at how well written it was. You could feel the undercurrent of something more sinister than just a murder happening but you don’t get any details on it so I do hope there is another book. I loved how all the characters had a motive and each one seemed to have secrets they were keeping too. Bill was a real menace and you can see why people had beef.
I did feel that the book kept trying to push that Ben was gay and felt it was really unnecessary to keep mentioning it. I didn’t add to the story for me and it was a bit off putting. I loved that the lead character was gay… Didn’t need a reminder every few chapters. Repetition in books is a major pet peeve for me.
I need to know more about this town and I am hoping another book is coming soon. I kinda got attached to Ben and now I need to know what happened to his brother. It was a really clever book and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good thriller. It is book 2 but for me, it worked as an excellent standalone.
4 stars thank you @netgalley and @poisonpenpress for my gifted copy
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Cheesey slow burn murder mystery wasn’t the worst wasn’t the best. but didn’t know this was the second one