“Very well,” Amber said. She had been taking a look around. “Sam, does something about the place strike you as odd?” Dutifully, I took in the living area. Something was indeed odd, but it was a moment before I could … Continue reading
Caution! I retconned/rewrote the very end of No. 4. You should go back and see what I did, because it’s important and I wasn’t thinking when I wrote/typed it the first time around. I’m out of backlog posting this, but … Continue reading
Cut me a break. I’m recovering from a septoplasty1. Next week, I promise. 1. This is actually a terrible excuse, since it’s probably one of the least invasive procedures you could actually call a surgery, but I’m lazy, and the … Continue reading
I am a walking engine of schedule slippage, for which I apologize. Updates will resume in one week’s time. I don’t have any recommendations for things to fill your time, but I’m sure you can find something to do this … Continue reading
The doors opened, and a uniform pointed us down the hall. I followed a half-step behind Amber. She looked to be deep in thought, so I didn’t disturb her. I could hardly blame her, even after five years. My brand … Continue reading
I’ve run myself plumb out of backlog. Good thing I have a weekend ahead.
“Inspector!” someone called. I turned, as did Amber. Watson Baker was the speaker; he stood by the shrubs in front of my building. “Let me know of any developments,” Amber said, and Underwood nodded. Amber trotted across the street, and … Continue reading
Watson Baker is probably the least subtle intentional reference I’ve ever made.
Hello, readers. First, I have some recommendations: 1) The Booth at the End, ten twenty-minute episodes on Hulu. I think the first season (that is, the first five episodes) was (were) better, but they’re both very interesting treatments of the … Continue reading
The shift from first-responding officer to lead investigator involved quite the jump in responsibilities, so while Amber navigated the treacherous logistical shoals of setting up a crime scene in such a public place, I showed my badge at the cordon … Continue reading
