This very short story has been published in an anthology, "How NOT to Survive a Vacation" (Desert Sleuths Sisters in Crime, 2010).
Synopsis: A kind of "Twilight Zone" story inspired by some AZ ghost towns and the Eagles' song Hotel California. My latest published story, it can be found in its entirety in the anthology HOW NOT TO SURVIVE A VACATION (DS Publishing, 2010).
I wouldn't be in this mess if I had walked out after our one-night stand.
I'm thirsty, she said, brushing a scarlet streak onto a long fingernail, then blowing gently.
Last night, in the throes of passion, or whatever, this trip had seemed like a good idea. Romantic, even. Never been out of Arizona, she said. Wanted to see the ocean.
Willa Goodheart, honest and hard-working white collar worker finds herself connected to a police investigation for a serial killer; and she hasn't a clue why - that is, until she begins digging.
Willa Goodheart, honest and hard-working white collar worker finds herself connected to a police investigation for a serial killer; and she hasn't a clue why - that is, until she begins digging.
Book Four in Belinda Lawrence mystery series. Confirming the Professor was murdered proves to be a challenge and, gradually, as they get to know those associated with the Manor House, Belinda and Hazel discover another murder and an intricate web of
