Jesse Donaldson

*I received a copy of 'The More They Disappear' through the Goodreads Giveaway program in exchange for an honest review.*

This book was gripping from the start, although it focuses on a microcosm of the opioid crisis in rural America; the story centers on a small town that is shaken when its sheriff is shot and killed. The rest of the book focuses on the late sheriff's second-in-command, Harlan, and other families in the town that could each have some motive for murder. It gave some great insights into the realities of rural living, and the impacts of limited economic opportunity combined with readily available pharmaceuticals. Finished it in a few sittings!… (plus d'informations)

When Sherriff Lew Mattock is killed at his town BBQ, Harlan Dupee, a deputy finds himself the new man in charge of the investigation. From the beginning we know who did it, watch as the person sets up and shoots, gets rid of the evidence but we don't know why. Not only did I want to know the reason why but also how it came about because shooter is not your stereotypical murderer.

A tale of drugs, corruption, illicit relationships, bribery, young people with dismal home lives led astray and a man with heartbreak in his past trying to do his job and put everything together while keeping his town from imploding. What he finds is more than he bargained for and I love this quote,
"Cause at some point it's got to stop being about winning elections and start being about
doing what's right. And trust me, that's a gray area."
Our politicians should take note.

An extremely well written book that deserves more attention than it seems to be getting. It came to my attention by one of my friends her on this site and I am so glad it did. Reminds me a little of Ron Rash and his gritty southern novels. Would make a wonderful book discussion book.… (plus d'informations)