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The Vanishing Santa, Part 10
They drove in silence, which would normally have been perfectly fine with Bruno, but not today. “Out with it, Kid,” he demanded as his eyes remained focused on the road. Wally stared dreamily out the window like he was suddenly … Continue reading
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Tagged Christmas, crime, Detective Bruno, fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story
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The Spare Bedroom, Part 10
Becky really loathed going to the grocery store since Jake’s indiscretions. Shopping had been an enjoyable task before then. It had been an opportunity to connect with neighbors and customers, to plan new menu ideas for home and the diner, … Continue reading
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Tagged crime, fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story, small town, writing
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 21
“How did you track down this guy anyway?” Wally asked Bruno as they walked along the river path on their way to the chess boards. “Good old fashioned detective work. You should try it,” Bruno quipped. “Not so easy to … Continue reading
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Tagged chess, crime, Detective Bruno, fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story, Thriller
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 20
Detective Bruno smiled as he started down the path to the river walk. Perhaps he smiled because it was such a beautiful day. Maybe he smiled because being there reminded him of his rookie year on the force, and the … Continue reading
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Tagged chess, crime, Detective Bruno, fiction, murder, mystery, short story, Thriller, writing
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 19
They were all flabbergasted by Bruno’s revelation. A silence came over the booth as they digested what he had just told them. “What do you mean he knew he was dying?” Wally finally broke the silence. Bruno smiled smugly and … Continue reading
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Tagged crime, Detective Bruno, flash fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 18
Maggie McGee’s was always packed after dinner, but Bruno had used his pull with the owner to secure a booth in the back corner of the establishment. He sat across from Wally and ADA Ambrose. There was a half full … Continue reading
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Tagged crime, Detective Bruno, flash fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story, Thriller
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 17
The Real Estate Offices of Miles Fitzpatrick were located in the tallest glass building on the other side of the river. Most residents thought of that side of the river as the good part of the city. Detective Bruno did … Continue reading
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Tagged crime, Detective Bruno, flash fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 16
Detective Bruno knew his way around the station house so well, that he could walk with his head down, and his mind on a million other things, and still find his way to his desk without incident. Anyone stupid enough … Continue reading
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Tagged crime, Detective Bruno, fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, scary nuns, serial, short story
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 15
Bruno’s face lit up, and he took in a deep breath of fresh air, as he led Wally down the path that led to the river walk. “What are we doing here?” Wally asked in confusion. “You got something against … Continue reading
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Tagged crime, Detective Bruno, flash fiction, Modern Philosopher, murder, mystery, serial, short story
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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 14
Big Tony’s Garage was “down by the river” in so much as you could catch a glimpse of the water if you were tall and really craned your neck. The place was dead when Bruno and Wally entered. Two guys … Continue reading