Books Sometimes the wolf

The novel is set in the Pacific Northwest and is a story of family, violence, and unintended consequences. It follows Sheriff Patrick Drake, who, after his wife's death, faces financial troubles and gets involved in a major crime, leading to his conviction. Twelve years later, he is on parole under the supervision of his son, Bobby, who is a deputy sheriff in the same department. The narrative explores the weight of the past on the present and the long memories of a small town.