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    • Chapter 35: The Depths of Desperation Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 35 unfolds with Rodney Harris moving methodically through the kitchen, his hands steady as he prepares dinner, though his mind is preoccupied with far darker concerns. His wife, Emily, writhes in pain upstairs, her severe sciatic condition rendering her almost immobile, but her focus remains on something other than her suffering. Meanwhile, in the basement below, Bonnie Dahl, their captive, receives a cold bottle of Diet Pepsi—an ordinary gesture masking an insidious intent, as Rodney has laced…
    • Chapter 34: The Investigation Unfolds Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 34 finds Holly Gibney navigating an investigation that feels increasingly directionless, struggling to connect the dots between a string of disappearances and a local bowling team called the Golden Oldies. Despite initially suspecting a link between the victims and Roddy Harris, a member of the team, she begins to doubt his involvement, realizing she may be chasing a lead with no real substance. Determined to make better use of her time, she alters her plans and decides to visit her Uncle Henry at…
    • Chapter 33: The Horrors of Captivity Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 33 unfolds with Bonnie trapped in her confined cell, her body frail from relentless hunger and dehydration, while her mind races with thoughts of escape. Her captors, Rodney and Emily Harris, have provided her with minimal sustenance—two bottles of water, a cup of Ka’Chava, and a raw piece of liver, the latter of which she finds revolting. Memories of her last proper meal, a simple tuna-and-egg sandwich, intensify her despair, making her dire situation feel even more unbearable. Hours pass…
    • Chapter 32: An Investigation of Secrets Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On July 27, 2021, in Chapter 32, Holly Gibney drives down Ridge Road, her mind filled with the tangled pieces of her ongoing investigation. She pulls into a two-hour parking zone, taking a deep breath before dialing the Harris household, intent on questioning Professor Harris about Cary Dressler. The name has surfaced in connection with a series of auto thefts, and after spotting Dressler in a team photo at Strike Em Out Lanes, Holly is determined to explore any potential connections. Professor Harris…
    • Chapter 31: A Fight for Survival Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On July 2, 2021, Chapter 31 unfolds as Bonnie wakes up to the oppressive darkness of a cold basement cell, her body aching and her mind clouded with confusion. The thirst in her throat is unbearable, her head pounding as she struggles to recall how she ended up in such a horrifying predicament. Above her, the grand Victorian home of Professors Rodney and Emily Harris gives no indication of the horrors that unfold beneath its pristine exterior. Unlike the previous captives—Jorge Castro, Cary Dressler,…
    • Chapter 30: The Investigation Deepens Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On July 27, 2021, Chapter 30 unfolds as Holly Gibney arrives at Avram Welch’s condominium in Sunrise Bay, a space filled with tokens of his past—model ships in bottles and a framed photo of his late wife, Mary, who tragically succumbed to lung cancer despite never smoking. Welch reflects on significant moments in his life, from undergoing a double knee replacement to his final visits to the local bowling alley, where he shared time with Cary Dressler and their team, the Golden Oldies. He recalls Cary…
    • Chapter 29: The Perfect Trap Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On the morning of July 1, 2021, at exactly 8:03 AM, Chapter 29 unfolds as Bonnie Rae Dahl steps into the Jet Mart on Red Bank Avenue, following her usual routine. She exchanges a friendly greeting with Emilio, the cashier, before reaching for a cold Diet Pepsi, letting her eyes wander over the snack options. Unbeknownst to her, just outside the store, two sinister figures—Roddy and Emily Harris—watch her every move, their failing bodies and warped beliefs pushing them toward another desperate act of…
    • Chapter 28: The Investigation Expands Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 28 sees Holly Gibney steadfast in her investigation into the disappearance of Cary Dressler, convinced that unraveling his connections within the local bowling scene might offer new leads. She begins her search at Strike Em Out bowling alley, where she meticulously studies a framed photograph of the Golden Oldies team, a group Cary was closely associated with. As she discreetly captures the image on her phone, her attention lingers on a young Barbara Robinson among the team members, a reminder of…
    • Chapter 27: The Essence of Poetry Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On May 19, 2021, Chapter 27 unfolds as Marie, Barbara, and Olivia gather in the comfort of Olivia’s living room, their conversation flowing over the soothing familiarity of shared beverages. While Marie and Barbara enjoy their coffee, Olivia, grappling with heartbeat arrhythmia, opts for caffeine-free Red Zinger iced tea. The atmosphere is relaxed yet charged with significance as Olivia, a seasoned mentor and accomplished poet, delves into the gradual process of the Penley Prize announcement. She…
    • Chapter 26: The Mystery of Disappearance Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On July 27, 2021, Chapter 26 of Holly Gibney’s investigation takes a new turn when she receives a call from Emilio Herrera, an employee at Jet Mart, about a regular customer who mysteriously vanished. The missing person in question, Cary Dressler, was a familiar face at the convenience store, often stopping in for his favorite high-caffeine sodas. Known for his laid-back demeanor, long blond hair, and a distinctive moped covered in stickers, Cary was a figure that most locals recognized. Emilio’s…
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