Beulah Farm Murders

“A U.S. Army vet looks into a string of suspicious deaths surrounding a South Dakota ranch in O’Gannon’s thriller. This series opener features a sympathetic, believably flawed lead…. O’Gannon writes concise, suspenseful scenes….. Many characters are striking, from sneaky and unsavory types to other veterans, some of whom also have PTSD. An absorbing mystery with a layered, series worthy hero.” --- Kirkus Reviews The Brethren of Beulah Farm in the Black Hills of South Dakota are dropping like flies as Jack Grace, an Afghan veteran with Post Traumatic Stress stumbles onto a murdered brethren while looking for a handout. Sister Collette tries to convert him and Sheriff Rawlins has him as a suspect. The tranquil rural setting with the offer of free food should help calm his nervous tick but twice a day bible readings with required manual labor is a high price to pay. The attractive female acolyte that encourages him to sneak out at night is an added bonus and has him sticking around until the next death. Mix in a pet quarter ton hog, various veterans with their own quirks and some surprises about this quiet religious order and the formula is on high octane to the surprise ending. For those familiar with the Mitch Tobin series, you will find some familiar faces.