In the still quiet of dawn, the first hesitant rays of sunlight slithered through the slits in the cream-colored blinds, their slender fingers dancing and dodging in a pattern that shimmered over the worn-out wooden floor. There was an atmosphere of calm anticipation, a quiet promise of the day to … [Read more...] about Chapter 5: Unveiling Shadows
Chapter 3: Unsettling Discovery
Barbara finds Jack in the garden, mulling over his thoughts. "What's this I hear about you and Paul, Jack?" She asks, her tone sharp and icy. Jack stiffens at her words, his heart pounding. He turns to face her, trying to keep his face composed. "I don't know what you're talking about, … [Read more...] about Chapter 3: Unsettling Discovery
Chapter 2: Shadows and Secrets
The relentless sun of Bournemouth glistened off the hood of the unmarked police car as it navigated through the cobblestone streets. Nick was at the wheel, his gaze steady on the road, while Rebecca sat in the passenger seat, her fingers skimming through the case notes. Bournemouth, known for its … [Read more...] about Chapter 2: Shadows and Secrets
Chapter 1: Under the Bournemouth Sun
It was an uncharacteristically sunny morning in Bournemouth when Detective Nick Sterling strolled into his office. Bournemouth, a place known for its stony beach and Victorian architecture, was a tourist hub. But in the crisp morning air, it felt far from that. The morning sun spilt through the bay … [Read more...] about Chapter 1: Under the Bournemouth Sun