“Long Way Home” by J.B. Turner is a gripping thriller that takes readers on a tumultuous journey.This novel, the second in the Jack McNeal series, is a follow-up to “No Way Back” and does not disappoint with its high-octane action. The story picks up with Jack McNeal attempting to bury his violent past by disposing of Henry Graff’s body in a reservoir. However, when Graff’s body is discovered, McNeal’s life spirals into chaos. Haunted by his past actions and the loss of his wife and son, McNeal is on the brink of a breakdown. His quest for closure leads him to the enigmatic “Woodcutter,” the mastermind behind a vast political conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power. As McNeal delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit that implicates even the White House. The stakes are high, and the shadowy security consultancy responsible for his wife’s death is now targeting him and his family. McNeal is forced to confront his demons and the possibility of becoming the villain he once vowed to destroy.

“Long Way Home” is a page-turner that’s hard to put down. The author skillfully weaves a tale of intrigue and revenge. The novel’s strength lies in its character development; McNeal is not your typical action hero. He is flawed, relatable, and deeply human, grappling with grief and guilt while fighting for justice. This novel not only provides an adrenaline rush but also challenges the reader to consider the cost of vengeance and the possibility of finding a way back from the brink.

Long Way Home was an interesting story with good guys and bad guys. I felt for the main character. He had some crummy things happen in his life.

So I have to admit I had to go and read the first book and I can say that I did enjoy it this one was a little darker than the first and that's okay. I did feel like this book was more character-driven than the first but it wasn't a big issue for me. It was fast-paced but flowed and made sense. I can say this if you haven't read no way back go read it now if not you will be confused. All in all, it was a good read with continued character development.

Second in this series featuring Jack Mcneal. Fast paced,gritty and exciting,with a main character who is all too human.

Loved it, absolutely loved it! As I always say you cannot beat a book by J B Turner. Never ever disappoints!!

When Jack McNeal threw Henry Graff’s body in the reservoir, he thought he had closed the book on Graff and his nefarious associates. But when Graff’s body is exhumed from the water, McNeal’s troubles really begin. Plagued by flashbacks and nightmares from his murderous past and unable to move on from the tragic deaths of his wife and young son, McNeal is on the verge of a breakdown.

On the hunt for the mysterious “Woodcutter,” the man at the center of this whole conspiracy, McNeal uncovers a web of political intrigue that goes all the way to the White House. But the conspirators don’t want McNeal digging.

As he and his family are targeted by the same shadowy security consultancy that was responsible for his wife’s death, McNeal will stop at nothing to bring those responsible to justice, even if that means becoming the bad guy he swore he would never be.

Beautifully written, compelling and thought provoking, I was drawn by the cover and blurb, not one I would normally read but I’m glad I did, im recommending this to my book club as I’d love to chat about this to others, thanks to net galley for the advanced copy.
Five stars

I've read several books by J.B. Turner and have always found them to be fast paced, interesting and hard to put down. This one was no different. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.

Long Way Home is the second book in this new series about Jack McNeal, a detective in the Internal Affairs section of NYPD. In the first book his wife was murdered, and the action he took then has now come back to haunt him. Unusually for a crime thriller like this, the story was not brought to a satisfactory conclusion, but carried over into the second book. Having now read both books, I am of the (perhaps unpopular) opinion that this story could have been condensed into one book, thereby doing away with the need for the repetition that is common to both.
I like the character of Jack McNeal and that is why I kept on reading. He is convincing as a deeply troubled soul who has lost his wife and son, and maybe his moral compass too. Normally he does things by the book, but he is up against a conspiracy that goes right to the top levels of government. He is now a suspect in the eyes of the FBI, and the criminals are trying their best to eliminate him. He has no choice but to accept the help of someone from his past who he would normally give a wide berth to. This story is unrelentingly bleak, with none of the usual humour to offset the violence and darkness. To be honest, I was glad when I got to the end. The loose ends are all tied up, but I’m not sure I want to read any more if there is a another book in this series. Thanks to Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for a digital copy to review.

I started reading this and it was interesting, but then I realized it was the most recent of a series with a lot of history for the characters.. I ended up not finishing, but the writing was good and story interested me but not enough to continue for now.

"Long Way Home" by J.B. Turner is a gripping thriller that follows Jon Reznick, a former Special Forces operator, who is pulled back into action to track down a ruthless killer who's targeting his former colleagues. Turner's writing style is fast-paced, and the plot is full of twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The character of Jon Reznick is well-developed and adds a depth of complexity to the story. The story's setting, the dark underbelly of the intelligence community, is both fascinating and disturbing. Overall, "Long Way Home" is a thrilling page-turner that will satisfy any fan of the suspense genre.

I received an ARC through "NetGalley" and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

Jack is continuing with his NYPD job when later he is approached by the FBI since Graff's body has been discovered. Jack and his brother Peter now have to watch over their shoulders regarding their involvement of Graff's disappearance. At the same ime that this is going, they are not aware that they are being watched by a group who want to keep the knowledge that Jack learned and who was involved in the death of Jack's wife.

Jack is warned by an unknown party to keep his mouth shut. Jack took a picture of this individual and sent it down to a PI friend in Florida. When Jack went to visit his friend to learn what the PI had discovered. Instead, when he went to the friend's apartment, he found him dead. AS Jack would later learn, this unknown group was not playing games, Jack had other acquaintances that might this same end.

Jack was trying to determine what he wanted to do to avenge these killings. When Jack went to church to confess to the priest, he was met by an unexpected stranger who wanted to help Jack. Jack eventually laid out a plan. Where he originally had two people that he was considering, one of them wound up in the hospital.

To discover who was behind the killings, who the party that was willing to help him and what steps took to help, then you need to read this book. It is definitely worth your time.

Jack wonders why he is still doing his job, the ones he has to investigate day after day. A wife who left, he had dark moods, not easy to live with, he still missed her. With his brother they share a secret, a deadly secret.
This plot continues from the first book. It gives us more in knowing the characters what they are like, what they are facing. For Jack it’s answers to who murdered his wife. Different of looking back at what happened three years ago, suspenseful and readers will enjoy this second book in the series.
Given ARC by Net Galley and Amazon Uk..for my voluntary review and my honest opinion

3,5 stars rounded up.

Jack McNeal #2

When Jack McNeal threw Henry Graff's body in the reservoir, he thought he had closed the book on Gaff and his nefarious associates. But when Gaff's is exhumed from the water, McNeal's troubles really begin. Plagued by flashbacks and nightmares from his murderous past and unable to move on from the tragic deaths of his wife and young son, McNeal is in the edge of breakdown, On the hunt for the mysterious "Woodcutter," the man at the centre of this whole conspiracy, McNeal uncovers a web of political intrigue that goes all the way to the white House. But the conspirators don't want McNeal digging.

This is a fast-paced political thriller. Jack's previous actions surface when a body is discovered. This is a multilayered story with plenty of twist and turns. It's also been descriptively written. Jack's family are being targeted. He knows he has to kill or be killed. The characters are well developed. I don't usually read political stories, but I quite enjoyed this book.

I would like to thank #NetGalley #AmazonPublishingUK and the author #JBTurner for my ARC of #LongWayHome in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to #NetGalley, Amazon Publishing UK and J.B. Turner for the opportunity to read an advance copy of LONG WAY HOME, to be published 21 February. This was a fast-paced political thriller in which a God-fearing NYPD Internal Affairs Investigator becomes involved in a traumatic situation that isn’t resolved until the last pages. Great read. Highly recommended to readers who enjoy this genre. #NetGalley, #AmazonPublishingUK. #LongWayHome. #J.B.Turner

A continuation of this series and it would probably help to have read the previous in the series.
Fast paced and full of action. Looking forward to the next instalment

A gripping thriller filled with angst and sadness with a dash of happiness in the future maybe. When you read this book be prepared to be sucked in and not want to put this book down until you see how it ends.

I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Enjoyed this latest political thriller from J. B. Turner.
Jack McNeal's past actions come to the surface when a body is found. He is determined to keep his brother out of the fall out, and determine to find answers. The problem is, there are a lot of players, a lot of questions, and the body is just the tip of things.
This is a slow build thriller with lots of layers. Many twists and turns that kept me turning the pages. Highly recommend.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this latest offering from J B Turner.
I have read most of the work by this author and this latest novel is well worth the time spent to read it. Twists and turns and a thread of the lonesome but worth the effort.

J.B. Turner has proved his writing in not only all consuming but equally engaging & thrilling!
Long Way Home is the second in the Jack McNeal series with stunning detail involving several high stake characters.
From mob bosses to ex-CIA and even a few operatives - it's all tightly wrapped and bundled nicely.
The plot gradually thickens at a steady pace as we're introduced to some alarming findings - Henry Graff's body in a reservoir- was just the tip of this iceberg.
As we progress, we uncover there's more to meet the eye here as everyone takes hold and the shifting takes shape.
McNeal's family is being targeted by a White House conspiracy from a shadowy security consultantcy. Jack knows he has to kill or be killed and must act quickly to bring in justice even if this means to put his own neck on the line while playing the hard core criminal.
The question remains: Who killed Finn O'Brien?
Was this a cookie cutter copy cat or a more experienced individual.
Who or what is this about a "Woodcutter" and why is there so much focus on the Presidents body guards?
What happens if you lose your sense of self while trying to bring in justice? You know therapy is available but can you physically place yourself there and confess for your sins?
Will the truth come out? Will those who killed become the hunters or the hunted?
What about those who did this group wrong? Will they ever get the justice that they have coming?
Will the Karma train ride off into the sunset?
I'll tell you there's so many questions that you'll build upon being consumed by the smoke and haze. It's all about survival. Fight or Flight!
Thank you to J.B. Turner, Amazon Publishing UK, & Netgalley for this ARC!
This was one hell of a wild ride that I didn't wish to head. Looking forward to seeing what more this writer has up his sleeve.

Lots of characters to sort through. McNeal will stop at nothing to get the people responsible for his wife's death in this political thriller. Readers will want to read No Way Back for a fuller understanding of the plot.