It was the only concession Billy made to the bullet wound. They pulled into Paw Paw’s local grocery store’s parking lot—the current address of Theresa’s car according to Track-Time. Billy Clyde pointed two rows over. “There it is.” Dylan pulled into the neares...
She stood staring at the church, not moving. This was the church she’d been baptized in on a hot summer day long ago. She’d not stepped inside a church for a long time—too long. Guilt wrapped around her heart. “You OK?” She nodded, not sure if her voice would work. “Are you sure you’re feeling al...
Paul was right, he needed a name. Her mind sifted through a list of possibilities. None of them seemed right. And then it hit her. Moses. It was perfect. Moses had been left by his parents and so had this little boy. Moses had been found and taken in by the Pharoah’s daughter. And even though Mav...
He’d received a call from the station with a request to come immediately. It had to be about Jamie, but the man on the phone wouldn’t answer his questions. He opened the door appreciating the coolness of the air conditioner. People were moving about each working on their own cases. He walked up t...
“I…what’s…where…” Nikki opened her eyes. She squinted at Lucas, whose hand surrounded hers. His grip was strong and warm. His soft blue eyes were filled with concern. As she stared at him, the craziness around her receded. He’d promised to take care of her and he had. “It’s OK, Nikki. You’re at t...
Light filtered in from the closed curtains. It was morning. She rushed over to the shared door and knocked. No response. She opened the door. The room was empty. The bed was still made up. A sick feeling took her to her knees. She prayed until she had no more words. On shaky knees, she stood up a...
Green patches of grass mixed with brown sand dotted the landscape. The ocean was just on the horizon. Patti took in the view, noting fluffy clouds and bright blue sky. Heat shimmered. “I know, Marcus. It’s too bad I couldn’t catch him. He just disappeared. The man is obviously a pro. His disguise...
Paul looked like he’d hastily dressed, his T-shirt was askew and he was still pulling on it. “Someone just broke into my house.” Her teeth chattered and her body shook. She told herself it was from the cold—not the terror. “Get in here.” Paul’s reaction was everything she desired, instant and wit...