Hunted in the Holler

Sheriff Elven Hallie #3

by Drew Strickland

A man shot dead in the street. An old town hero returned. A dark secret revealed.

And a hitman with a list.

When an old friend from Sheriff Elven Hallie’s past returns, it should be a cheerful reunion. But when the bodies start turning up, Elven has more than a few questions.

Hunter Wallace is everything that Elven tries to be, but greater. Better looking, a faster draw, and most of all, isn’t hated for being a Hallie.

Being called out on his conflict of interest, Elven needs the help of his deputy, Madds, to help him wade through this one.

But Madds hasn’t been acting herself. Lack of sleep, excessive use of force, and more than a little paranoid. Madds has her own demons to deal with.

Demons that come with secrets for Elven to dig up.

Can he get over his suspicions of those closest to him and work the case? Or will digging get him into more trouble as the bodies continue to pile up around him?

Genres: Mystery, Audiobook, Fiction, Procedural

338 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 31, 2021

About the author

Drew Strickland is an Amazon #1 bestselling author of the Sheriff Elven Hallie Mysteries along with other twisted crime and psychological thrillers.

He resides in Arizona with his wife and kids. When he’s not writing, he can be found reading, exploring new cities, spending time with his family, and of course, cuddling with his many cats (for real, cats just love him and he loves them).



Connect with Drew:



➜ WEBSITE: drewstricklandbooks.com

➜ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/drewstricklandbooks

➜ INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/drewstricklandbooks

Reviews

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perhaps the best one to date. Once https://www.mysteryandsuspense.com/ posts the review, you can learn a little more from me.

[Ashli Ferguson · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books just keep pulling me in and I just keep burning through em. But now I must know - who’s leaving the notes?!

[Rhonda 🌒🌕🌘 🐈‍⬛ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4🌟

I feel so bad for the very hick name the sheriff has but unfortunately those types of names are more common in rural eastern Kentucky. But it’s so much worse than Olyphant’s name in Justified.

[Jennifer Snider · Rating 5 out of 5]

❗️Research age demographics, CWs, and TWs for these books prior to reading to determine whether or not they're appropriate for you.

EXCELLENT READS 📚

Dive right into this book and find yourself Drifting off in the countryside on the backside of some gorgeous mountains.

The descriptions of the surroundings throughout the books definitely gave you an excellent feel for setting in the story. I seriously thought I knew where the ending was going But I was totally wrong!

Elven definitely doesn't fit with the average idea of a country cop but he's most assuredly a good man. There is enough mystery & Intrigue to keep you till the end. Plus you'll want to head right on to the next book in the series.

Happy Reading 📚 😊
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[Shella · Rating 3 out of 5]

Maybe 3.5. My feelings toward characters really changed as the story progressed. Still really dislike Mads. I really hope Elven does not get romantically involved with her- but seems like that is where this is headed.

[Millie Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gripping the edge of my seat the whole book!

This series is great. I feel that Elven should be a little smarter than his character plays. Like be able to figure out things quicker. At times he feel he is to focused on nailing everything on Hollis or Corbin and can’t get past that which really interferes with nearly everything. And what did Hollis make him do years ago that he will never forgive him for which is why his thoughts go straight to Hollis on everything. Seems like he could past that. Noah ordering a hit on his brother and then killing himself after it happens. That was a hard one. I nearly cried with it. Otherwise, great series and I’m fixing to start book 4 right now! Love the series as well as the series by Tony your friend you co-authored with on Carolina McKay. Can’t wait till July 1st for the next book on her!

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Murder, Mayhem and...

I'm giving this book, Hunted in the Holler 5 out of 5 stars for its storyline which was totally unpredictable. The book was action-packed with murder and mayhem thrown in to keep the reader's attention. Seems like there's never a dull moment in the tiny town of Dupray, West Virginia. Sheriff Eleven Hallie has a hit-man on the loose in his town with a list to complete. As the bodies start piling up Elven is forced to seek answers elsewhere as to whom he's up against. And when that list contains his only daughter, they combine forces to take him down. Once you start this book its hard to put it down as you get sucked into the story.

[Mallory · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars…. Easy reading, good flow to the story. I was very happy when Mads became a background character for a while and she wasn’t a main character. She is getting on my last nerve. How can you be so torn up about lying to your boss and supposed friend but then spill your secret to someone who goes and kills himself and then all of a sudden, it’s not a problem anymore, glad that weight is off your shoulders 🤨 Then, Elven comes to tell her that Johnny is in the hospital and the hired hitman has been taken care of and her next thing to say is “Kurt is here, I talked to him.” I’m sorry, did you not hear anything that was just said selfish Susan. Stop it with your nonsense.

[Holly Stone · Rating 3 out of 5]

this series has a lot of twists with a couple of characters, just when I think I figure it out it slides somewhere else. Elven and Madds are back with Tank and Johnnie in the 3rd installment of Drew Strickland's Elven Hallie series...and this time a paid killer is stalking people in Elven's town. but when the killer locks sights on Penny Elven takes steps to stop him once and for all if he has too. Then he decides to help Madds with her stalker problem as well...things are heating up in DuPree County and I'm not sure where Madds is going to fall when the fall out comes

[Sara Beth Lyon · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25⭐️ Hunted in the Holler caught me off-guard, kept me guessing, and left me wondering what is going to happen in the backwoods of Duprey, West Virginia. Elven, the sheriff, finds himself & his deputies trying to solve several seemingly unrelated murders. Madds finds herself jumpy because she believes her past has come for her when she thought she had escaped. The twists and turns in this book hooked me from the start and now I have to wait for the next one!

[Beverly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listened to this, I wished I I had read it because it is a very involved plot. Lot of connected characters to keep tract of and to see their names in print helps me. The vulgar language to me was somewhat unnecessary. The author is absolutely the best at describing. He sets up the scene so that you are right there. I will probably continue the series even though this was not a real favorite of mine.

[Judith Sherrod · Rating 5 out of 5]

How can one Sheriff in a large county with only three deputies solve so many cases while outside elements are working against him???
For the answer to this question, you will have to read these books.
Drew Strickland has brought together in these books, a mismatched group of people to solve crimes and find the murderers. Great imagination and page turning writing make for a fantastic read!

[Lynne · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awful lot of secrets in this little town!

Elven Hallie sure has his hands full in this book. Growing up in the little town that he now protects, secrets are kept and when they begin to be revealed, there’s a domino effect.
A fast paced read, this third book in the series answers some questions but leaves so many for future revelations.

[Clarence W. Weir Jr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great things happen to assassins.

Good read. Characters are a very good part of the story. The sheriff's department, Hollowed group and the bad guys. The authors good story teller makes things plausible. With so many people getting killed one would think the state might get involved. Couldn't put this down.

[Laura Poppenwimer · Rating 4 out of 5]

The is a fast paced and easy to read book. The characters are an integral part of the story and add to the twists and turns of the plot. There is a dynamic between good and evil, but the line is not a straight path, it does quite a few curves and twists. Looking forward to the next in the series.

[Kimberly M. Berkey · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book was okay. I think it would have been much better to read the first 2 first but I thought it was a stand-alone. It technically was but too much was missing. It also had a lot of characters and things unsaid. And it ended with a cliffhanger where you have to read book 4- I don’t think I will though.

[bonnie kirchner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hunted in the Holler

This is a great mystery. It keeps you in suspense until the very end. Very good thriller. Can't wait for the next book to come out. I highly recommend this book.

[P HALBROOK · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm "addicted"! I can't wait until July 2022 to read the 4th book in this series, Ugh!

So ... I'll start a different one of Drew's series ... I check & see if it's completed first.

After reading 3 of the ' A Sheriff Elven Hallie Mystery ' series this week - it's safe to say I'm a "fan"!

[John Rumery · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book #3, read rapid fire after 1 & 2. My concerns over Madds and Johnny carried over. Especially Madds very strange character, especially motivation and back-story. But - like the others, it is generally good with some unique characters- even with the series being lumpy at times.

[(Grace) Kentucky Bohemian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well. This one got seriously dark (as if the first two books in the series weren't). It's a good story. Very good. But let's just say everyone's moral compass doesn't point to true north. Vengeance has a serious hold on this tale.

[Lopsided · Rating 4 out of 5]

Uses F word and other profanity. Narrator voice is on the softer side (softer pitch) so I needed to turn the volume higher. Held my interest. At times there were people who were crude. There is also violence for those who shy away from that. I ended up listening to the whole series up to book 7. Waiting for it to be released on audio. 2.0 audio

[Jill Vaughn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this audiobook! This is a fun series with interesting characters. Maybe I am not that astute at figuring out mysteries, but again I was stumped and surprised by the revelation of who was hiring the contract killer.

[Donna Scheiner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hunted in the Holler

Drew Strickland is a good writer he knows a lot about his subjects, always a good thing. All three of 1st books say (person THAT did)....people are not a that, they are a WHO. i hate that mistake

[Dennis Heasty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another delightfully enigmatic conundrum that shall keep even the most astute detective scratching t

Elvin finds himself tangled in yet another perplexing predicament, wandering through the metaphorical fog of uncertainty like a bewildered detective without a clue.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book

This is another in the series of Elven Hallie stories and was the best yet. Drew Strickland is an amazing writer and great storyteller. I have already downloaded his next book and can’t wait to continue the series.

[Roger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read and series.

[Michele bookloverforever · Rating 3 out of 5]

A knight in not so shiny armor. An infamous hired assassin.

[Ruth]

Interesting characters. Definitely would not like to have to live in this place.

[Patricia Douglas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hunted in the Holler

Definitely did not disappoint my expectations. I love all these recurring characters. And this was the best antagonist ever! Can’t wait to start Book Four!

[Lisa Kintzel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous story! I couldn’t put it down, this is the third in the series and I can’t wait to start the next one!