The Ghost of Thomas Packard: A Three Misfiteers Adventure

by Dave Benneman

Three young friends risk their lives to unravel the decades old mystery of the Packard family murders. Will exposing the truth set more than a tortured soul free? Moving to Willowton sucks as far as Billy Hashberger is concerned. Not only does being the new kid at school make him a convenient target for the local bullies, but his house gives him the creeps. His nights are filled with strange, horrific dreams that leave him questioning his sanity.When the bullies step up their harassment, Billy finds unexpected allies in two classmates, Frank Bordeaux and Molly Houlahan. The three misfits band together determined to stay ahead of their tormenters. As if that’s not enough to handle, Billy discovers a mysterious journal belonging to Thomas Packard, the son of a local family brutally murdered forty-four years ago. The disturbing entries have Billy and his friends digging into the mystery surrounding the massacre, and the house’s haunting secrets. A broken-down reporter, a vindictive Voodoo priestess, and a vengeful ghost will lead Billy, Frank and Molly down a twisted path as they navigate dark secrets buried in a small town. Will the three friends survive or become the next tragic tale to haunt Willowton?

312 pages, Paperback

Published June 1, 2020

About the author

Dave spent his formative years, front and center, watching horror movies on Saturday afternoons in a small home town theatre. He is an avid reader but when he discovered at around ten years of age his life changed.

He prefers mysteries about the dark nature of a world beyond what the naked eye can see.

When Dave is not traveling, he resides in Sunny Arizona with his wife and three furry companions.

Reviews

[Dave Benneman]

If you like Stranger Things, You will enjoy this entertaining read.