And There He Kept Her was a pretty good read—dark, tense, and full of suspense. The story kicks off with what seems like a standard break-in, but quickly turns into something much more twisted. Emmett Burr is a creepy, layered villain, and Ben Packard is a solid lead with his own secrets to deal with. The small-town setting adds to the atmosphere, and the mystery kept me hooked. If you like thrillers with morally complex characters and a slow-burn intensity, this one’s worth checking out!

And There He Kept Her is the first book in a series by Joshua Moehling. The story starts with two teenagers reported missing in the small town of Sandy Lake, Minnesota. In the beginning chapter we know what happened to them but the police need to figure it out. We are introduced to Ben Packard who moves to Sandy Lake to escape what happened in Minneapolis but also because he had great childhood memories of spending his summers there. The story centers around stealing prescription drugs and other things you don't usually associate with a small town. It shows how desperate people can get trying to hide their secrets and they will do anything to people who get in their way. Really looking forward to the next book in this series!

Não é o melhor Thriller do mundo, mas valeu a pena a leitura

Vamos acompanhar o desaparecimento de dois jovens em uma pequena cidade, e isso vai causar um belo de um caos.

Principalmente porque a menina é diabética e depende de insulina para sobreviver.

Logo no começo a suspeita era de que ela teria fugido com o namorado , mas ela deixou pra trás o celular, e jovem nenhum nos dias de hoje sai de casa sem levar o celular, a mãe suspeita que algo está errado por causa disso !

A história vai avançando e a gente vai descobrir que não é a primeira vez que o Emmett sequestra alguém, e ele nunca foi descoberto, mas dessa vez ele vai ter a ajuda de outra pessoa.

O desespero da cidade pra encontrar esses jovens é palpável, e cada dia que passa mais coisas estranhas vão acontecendo.

O que eu confesso deixou as coisas um pouco cansativas. Parecia que o foco ia mudando e o autor tinha dificuldade em retomar a investigação principal.

i read this back in 2023 and completely forgot to review, it was a good thriller, kept me captivated and immersed during reading it - i have recommended it to a few friends to get them out of a reading slump!

This book was really suspenseful and a very twisted thriller. I was on the edge of my seat and I liked all the different perspectives. That had be questioning things and different characters. When I thought I had it figured out, I’d be surprised by an unexpected twist or turn. For sure a dark and twisted thriller.

'And There He Kept Her' by Joshua Moehling is a dark small town thriller. The suspense and plot twists are unexpected compelling readers to just keep turning pages!

The first book in a new series with a main character who quickly worked his way into the center of an awesome plot line. Sheriff's Deputy Packard is just trying to survive another shift when he's presented with a crime that will generate many more questions than answers. A great debut to a series I'm adding to my TBR list.

What a great first book to introduce a character. With twists and turns galore, small town dramas, missing people, dead people, arguing neighbours and lots of intrigue this was a great read.

I'm not usually the biggest fan of police procedurals, but I'm so glad I decided to give this series a try. I devoured the first two and pre-ordered the third!

The novel kicks off when two teenagers break into a remote house by a lake, hoping to score some prescription drugs. What they don’t realize is that they’ve picked the wrong house—and the wrong man. What follows is truly disturbing in the best way. Enter Ben Packard, a former police officer who has returned to his hometown of Sandy Lake, Minnesota, after a personal tragedy. Now a sheriff’s deputy, he’s thrust into the investigation of the missing teens. His own dark past begins to surface as the case grows more complicated.

I loved Ben so much. He's deeply flawed and complex. He’s not a traditional hero and that made him extra relatable to me, someone who often has a hard time getting into the head of those in law enforcement.

With And There He Kept Her, Moehling has crafted a captivating, unflinching thriller that pulls you into a tangled web of secrets, crime, and moral ambiguity. If you enjoy dark, atmospheric mysteries with complex characters and plenty of twists, this one will keep you up late into the night.

I'll stick with this series as long as he keeps them coming!

This is the debut by this author, and I absolutely loved it! The story is intriguing and takes you down so many twists and turns, and though we know what happened from the beginning, it's such a treat to watch how the investigation gets to that point. Packard is an awesome character (I'm tired of the "maverick cop doing whatever he wants" trope, so finding one who's actually somewhat a stickler for the rules is refreshing), and the supporting characters really add to the story in their own ways (especially Gary, who I need more of!). It never felt like the pace dragged at any point, and I just kept turning page after page to see where the story took us next.

I definitely want to read the next book in this series and more by this author in general. Absolutely recommend!

4.5 stars

**I received a review copy from Netgalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. All thoughts and comments contained within are my own.**

This one was good, but you know who dun it all the way through, so not very suspenseful and no real mystery to solve. It was entertaining though. I listened to the audiobook version and recommend it.

This is a character-driven, 2 points of view novel, which works but also, since we already know who dun it, we're just sitting back watching it unfold and meeting the new Sheriff in town, Deputy Ben Packard, who has a secret of his own.

So essentially you have your two rebellious kids out to steal some meds... one ends up dead, the other is kidnapped by the owner of said meds. Enter bad guy #2 who is more evil than bad guy #1 and suddenly you have a potential recipe for disaster. Throw in a little added drama, the kidnapped girl is diabetic and needs her insulin and the situation just became a whole lot worse.

I won't tell you how the Sheriff solves the case since that's really the only unknown part of the story... it's still worth a read (or listen) and was very fast paced.

Thanks to NetGalley for providing the ARC for a review.

This was a very intriguing and creepy story that was suspenseful as well as engaging from start to finish. At first I was hesitant because I thought there would be too much graphic sexual abuse and there was although with the author's terrific writing skills it made the book a read I could handle even though it was difficult at times reading about some of the torture and abuse.

DNF at 35%

I think unfortunately this is not my type of thriller. I am more of a "let's solve the mystery type of thriller" versus everything being spelled out and tension being implemented instead. I was compelled by the sheriff POV and would still read the sequel, but I didn't feel like there was enough mystery to make me excited to finish the book.

Not my type of book but I know there's an audience for it out there!

Thank you to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

I think that this book probably needs a trigger warning for murder, kidnapping, and I don't even know what to call it... An intent to rape and over sexualize a minor? I don't know. Honestly disturbing.

This book was... Predictable? Boring? A super quick read? It is definitely something that you would pick up if you wanted something quick and mindless that wouldn't take much thought or time to read. I was done in two sittings. I think the pacing worked and it didn't drag out too much except near the end. And honestly, I think that was just a me problem wishing that it was over. I think that there probably is an audience for this book, it just wasn't me.

This is an excellent book! No other words needed! I really enjoyed this book! Thank you for a great book!

I unfortunately didn't enjoy this book. It is gross and didn't have enough twists and mystery to keep me interested.

"And There He Kept Her" by Joshua Moehling is a riveting thriller that grips readers from the very first page. The story begins with a chilling break-in gone wrong, leading to a series of harrowing events that culminate in tragedy. Moehling skillfully weaves together multiple plotlines, keeping the tension high and the suspense palpable throughout.

One of the standout elements of the novel is its cast of complex and deeply flawed characters. From Detective Ben Packard, who grapples with personal demons while leading the investigation, to the sinister antagonist Emmett Burr, each character is expertly developed and adds layers of depth to the story. Moehling's writing is dark and gritty, immersing readers in a world where danger lurks around every corner.

As the narrative unfolds, Moehling keeps readers on the edge of their seats with unexpected twists and turns. The pacing is relentless, driving the story forward at breakneck speed and ensuring that there is never a dull moment. Overall, "And There He Kept Her" is a gripping thriller that will leave readers eagerly anticipating what Joshua Moehling has in store next.

This was a captivating story that blended mystery, romance, and suspense. Moehling's storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end, with twists and turns that leave you guessing until the final page. The characters are well developed, each with their own backstory that adds to the whole. The setting of a small town adds to the intrigue, creating a sense of foreboding that lingers throughout. Overall, it was a great read that will satisfy fans of psychological thrillers and keep them eagerly turning the pages.

Thank you to the publisher and to Netgalley for granting me an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review! Unfortunately, as this book has already been published, I will not share my review on Netgalley at this time.

I loved this book! It's well-written, enjoyable, and a great read. The author did a great job of writing in a way that captures the readers attention, and makes you not want to put it down until you're finished! I would highly recommend it!