"𝐇𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐚 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞, 𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝟖 𝐚𝐦."

Joshua Moehling introduced Detective Ben Packard in And There Kept Her, and he quickly became one of my new favourite protagonists. Moehling creates a worthy follow-up and lays the groundwork for a solid new series.

One thing I really appreciate about this series as a whole is how well developed Packard is as a protagonist; not only is he witty, slightly sarcastic, handsome, and very patient, he is also realistic - I feel like I could know Packard in real life. This is partially achieved by the small details of his life (going swimming every morning, making an omelette with a slightly wrinkled red pepper) juxtaposed with the bigger events of the story's investigation and of the sheriff election. I like that Packard being gay is a part of who he is, and although he worries how people will perceive him (especially with the classic small-town gossip mill and judgement), it never becomes a huge issue. The secondary characters are just as well developed, especially the regulars in town (any interaction with Kelly in particular is always a hoot). Moehling also introduces suspects that are suspicious with many motives for murder (and full of family drama!). The central mystery is complex, and although it starts off a little slow, the payoff is worth it in the second half. Moehling sticks the ending really well - not only does the central mystery wrap up with a satisfying conclusion, but also leaves a sprinkle of a longer cat-and-mouse game to come in book 3, relating to the disappearance of Packard's brother when he was a kid.

Where The Dead Sleep is a story of loneliness, family, small-towns, politics, and jealousy. It feels so good to be reunited with Deputy Ben Packard and the inhabitants of Sandy Lake. Both books would make for such a good tv series, and I am anxiously awaiting the next book. Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for the digital copy!

Where the Dead Sleep is the second in the Ben Packard series, and a very readable and very modern-Minnesotan mystery.

This was another book that was on my Netgalley shelf. I read it and listened to it while I painted my son's school room. I didn't dislike or like one format over the other.

This was a police procedural thriller book. I couldn't get past how the man was dating one sister in high school, then married the other sister and then divorced her, only to marry the sister he dated in high school. I just couldn't believe that they both agreed to marry him. 😆. He was a piece of work.

I was rooting for acting Sheriff Packard getting elected in the election. I loved the people who rallied around Packard, trying to get him elected.

This is book 2 in the series. It can be read as a standalone. I'll be honest I forgot I read the first one until I looked at Goodreads. I did read And There He Kept Here. I really enjoyed that book. It was more of a thriller horror mix IMO. Both book are good, and I'm putting them as  BORROW on my little scale. I need to get better about remembering to use it.

If you're looking for a who-dun-it with an m*rdered husband, this is one to look into.

Thank you to Poison Pen Press for sending me a copy of WHERE THE DEAD SLEEP. This one is out now.

This one is your quintessential small town detective mystery. Hidden histories and newcomers to this town spark all kinds of issues, especially of the family drama type.

This is the second in a series with Ben Packard as the detective on a crime. "Where They Kept Her," the first in the series, was an incredible debut by Moehling that held my attention from start to finish. This novel also hooked from the beginning and had me guessing until the end.

In this novel (which could be a stand alone), Packard investigates the murder of Bill Richardson, a well known member of the community who had several ties to a group of wealthy gamblers. There are many suspects and Moehling's pacing keeps the book interesting throughout.

Moehling is a very skilled writer and Packard is a multi-layered, complex character whose presence works well in these mysteries. I am looking forward to reading his next novel.

A solid crime thriller that didn’t quite grasp my attention and keep it.
It was well written with a decent pace set, Packard was a strong character and interesting but the plot just didn’t do it for me, I found it a bit drawn out and I struggled to complete the novel.
I would give another Packard story a chance though as I liked the character and he was well written.

Where the dead sleep is an engrossing whodunit by moehling. This novel is in the second series featuring a small-town deputy who must not only solve the mystery of the murder of a local man who chased money his whole life. His quest for wealth has led him to make many enemies and the list of suspects is long. Deputy Ben is an outsider and is trying to piece together the secrets of the town and keep himself safe and those he loves in the process.

An engrossing mystery that will keep readers turning the page. Love the small town setting and the mysteries surrounding the book. This a fun, fast-paced read that will please many readers and lovers of mysteries and who dun its.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing this arc in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgally, the publishers, and Joshua Moehling

When I requested this book I was unaware that it was apart of a series, one that requires you to read the previous books for this one to make sense. I am unable to read all the previous books along with this one before the publish date. Therefore, I will rate this a fair 3/5 stars and will adjust the rating and review when I am able to read all the books in the series along with this one.

*I received a free copy of this novel from NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for my honest review.*

This novel is the second in the series and I was hoping that it would be just as fantastic as the first book. It did not disappoint! Not one bit!

Ben Packard is still the acting sheriff in Sandy Lake and is investigating a death of a guy who was in his bed. And so many people seem to be on the suspect list. While Ben is investigating everyone, the actual sheriff passes away and Ben has to add running for sheriff to his list of duties even though he doesn't really want the job because of the public scrutiny it would bring. But a lot of people in town who know him push him to run and he starts to believe that he can win.

There are many suspects in this investigation and that means many characters introduced and they are all pretty unique and memorable. The story is so well written and the pace is on point. I feel like it has been quite a while since I have read such a series.

I highly recommend!

I’m not sure how I feel about this one still. I liked it while I was reading it but I found it very forgettable. I did really like the characters and the story line.

thank you to netgalley for this arc copy
thank you to the publishing company as well. And most importantly thank you to the author for taking their time to write this novel and offering it through netgalley

I absolutely loved this book, such a great mystery read that had me completely hooked. I really enjoyed the characters and love a small town mystery type vibe in a book. Highly recommend for thriller readers out there.

After reading “and there he kept her” I was excited to learn there was a sequel, and thank goodness for Amazon 1 day shipping because I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this one. Now that I have finished it, I am desperate for the third to be released! This book kept me interested all the way through, and that’s difficult for me. I definitely recommend!

Genre: Crime Fiction/Mystery
Series Information: Connected standalone that follows the same main characters investigating new cases.

It is well written, suspenseful, and a good mystery with a believable plot. Not plot holes or open bunny trails.

An author I will continue to read.

Definitely a fine police procedural where the author kept us in suspense as he carefully pulled the ends together to give us a fine story.

Sheriff Ben is my new favorite character! This is the second book of the series but I did not read the first and was a great stand alone. I will be going back to read the first one.

Where the Dead Sleep by @jmoehling is now out in paperback!

This is the second book in the Ben Packard series by Joshua Moehling. In this book, Bill Sandersen is found murdered in his bed. Packard, the acting sheriff, begins his investigation and discovers the complicated past and many secrets of the Sandersen sisters/the Gherlick family.

This book had me up late at night and desperate to know the ending! The writing is descriptive and intriguing, and everything flows smoothly. There are no loose ends, besides the intentional cliffhangers (!). I am now dying to know what happens in Book 3!

Thank you to @netgalley and @poisonedpenpress for sending me this book. If anyone is looking for a chilling and thrilling mystery, pick up one of @jmoehling’s books!

It’s captivating and suspenseful, this small-town mystery weaves a web of intrigue, drawing you into the dark secrets of Sandy Lake. Deputy Ben Packard's journey unfolds with twists and turns, keeping you on the edge of your seat.

Okay I loved the first book and was soooooo excited to read the 2nd. And believe me it was worth it.
This mystery kept me entertained from page 1 to the end. His characters are great. I am ready for a third book.
Thanks!!

Book 2 of the police procedural series starring Acting Sheriff Ben Packard, “Where the Dead Sleep” will leave you wanting more.

Joshua Moehling does an excellent job of keeping readers invested in the story throughout.

I can’t wait for the next book in the series and would recommend it to anyone that’s a fan of police procedurals for sure.

Thank you NetGalley, Poisoned Pen Press, and Joshua Moehling for selecting me to read this advanced copy.