A Long Time Gone (Ben Packard #3)

books by Joshua Moehling

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It's time to put the past to rest…Ben Packard was just a boy when his older brother disappeared. Ben watched him walk out the back door of their grandparents' house and into the cold night. His brother was never seen again. Decades later, Deputy Packard finds himself with too much time on his hands. A shooting has him on leave and under investigation, and for the first time in years, new information about his brother has surfaced that may lead them to the location of a body.The midwinter ground is frozen solid. Worse, Packard is cut off from department resources. As he strikes out to finally uncover the truth behind his brother's disappearance, he stumbles on a separate, suspicious death. A tenuous connection exists between the two cases, and as Packard starts to dig, he meets fierce resistance from friends and foes alike who want him to stand down.  The winter is long and cold. By the end of it, Packard will risk everything to catch a killer and reveal the shocking truth about his brother. The book encourages readers to appreciate the journey rather than focus solely on the destination. By allowing events to unfold gradually, the narrative creates space for emotional engagement and thoughtful reflection. This approach helps readers connect more deeply with the characters and the situations they encounter, resulting in a more immersive experience. The writing reflects a thoughtful approach to storytelling, where each element serves a purpose. Scenes are constructed with intention, contributing to the larger narrative arc. This sense of design enhances cohesion.