When a Game Turns Deadly

By Nicole M. Auger

Lillian Ann Carson was invited to a soiree of a lifetime by the infamous socialite, Mary Roswell. From her arrival to the massive estate up to the start of the game, Lillian had no reason to believe that anything was wrong. The once innocent murder mystery party took a turn for the worse when the host and hostess of the party suddenly vanished and wound up dead. Partygoer turned detective, it will be Lillians job to solve the mystery and bring the murderer(s) to justice. Join Lillian for a weekend of what happens when a game turns deadly...

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Jul 16, 2013
• ISBN: 9781483648859

Nicole M. Auger

Nicole M. Auger, a recent graduate of Thomas College, finds writing to be a creative outlet during tough times. After the death of her mother, Nicole continues to distract herself in a world of mystery and detectives. For inspiration, Nicole loves to throw herself into the worlds of Nancy Drew and Sherlock Holmes through books and media. Besides writing, Nicole loves bowling, movies, hanging out with friends, and playing with her kitten, Jasper. Nicole’s dream of calling herself an author is finally coming true and she hopes to inspire others to never stop following their dreams.

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When a

Game Turns Deadly

Nicole M. Auger

Copyright © 2013 by Nicole M. Auger.

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This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously, and any resemblance to any actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

Rev. date: 05/31/2013

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Contents

Chapter I:   You’re invited…

Chapter II:   Let the Games Begin…

Chapter III:   A Night to Forget

Chapter IV:   A Game Unravels…

Chapter V:   Suspicions…

Chapter VI:   A Quiet Vanishing

Chapter VII:   A Friendly Game Goes Sour…

Chapter VIII:   The Search is on…

Chapter IX:   The Party’s Over

Chapter X:   The Path to a Killer…

Chapter XI:   Assumptions Leads One Nowhere…

Chapter XII:   Searches and Secrets…

Chapter XIII:   Curiosity Killed the Cat

Chapter XIV:   Complications…

Chapter XV:   It’s Raining Evidence, hallelujah…

Chapter XVI:   The Truth Will set you free… Well Sort of

Chapter XVII:   A Missing Identity Revealed…

Chapter XVIII:   Justice Prevails!!

Chapter XIX:   A Brief Farewell…

Dedication

This creation, being my first ever to print, is brought forth in dedication to an angel asked to return home early. She will never be forgotten, love you Mom.

<3

I also cannot forget the amazing family and friends who never stopped believing in me especially when I stopped believing in myself.

Thank you for being with me always.

<3

Meet the Team

Name: Lillian Ann Carson

Age: 22

Height: 5’5

Weight: 125lbs

Hair Color: Brown

Eye Color: Blue

Occupation: Student/Partygoer/Detective

History: Lillian is a recent graduate of New Marble University and graduated the top of her class with a degree in Criminology. She currently lives in her parent’s old house after her dad moved upstate. Her best friend is renowned forensic scientist, Daniel C. Angelo. She recently received an invitation to the Roswell Murder Mystery weekend and she is in for a treat…

Name: Dylan Carson

Age: 55

Height: 5’7

Weight: 175lbs

Hair Color: Brown

Eye Color: Brown

Occupation: Electrician/Dad

History: Dylan Carson is Lillian’s widowed father. He currently owns his own electrical business that he runs out of his upstate ranch. He remains in touch with Lillian on a weekly basis. His concern for his daughter receiving a Roswell invitation is quite evident…

Name: Daniel C. Angelo

Age: 26

Height: 5’9

Weight: 165lbs

Hair Color: Black

Eye Color: Green

Occupation: Forensic Scientist

History: Dr. Daniel C. Angelo graduated from New Horizon Valley Medical School and met his girlfriend Michelle Stone through a mutual friend. He currently works in the forensic lab. He is a close friend of the Carson family and acts as a liaison with the Mount Abbey police department. When called upon by Lillian to help solve the mystery at the estate, will he be able to use his expertise to help put the perpetrators behind bars?

Name: Michelle E. Stone

Age: 25

Height: 5’6

Weight: 145lbs

Hair Color: Blonde

Eye Color: Blue

Occupation: Police Sergeant of the MAPD

History: Michelle graduated from the police academy in 2007 and started working at the Mount Abbey Police Department. She received many accolades for her accomplishments and was eventually promoted to police sergeant. She is currently dating Daniel C. Angelo and living with him in his apartment. She loves Lillian like a sister and will do anything to help her out. When she answers the call to assist in the investigation, is she putting her life in stake?

Name: Leo Philips

Age: 31

Height: 6’2

Weight: 215lbs

Hair Color: Brown

Eye Color: Green

Occupation: Police Lieutenant of the MAPD

History: Leo’s family has been involved with the Mount Abbey Police Department for the last few decades. His grandfather provides funds to the organization each year and his father recently retired from the force. Leo is currently married and father to two boys. He answers the call about the events that happened at the Roswell Manor, is he putting his life in stake dealing with not one, but two murderers?

Meet the Roswell Family

Name: Mary Roswell

Age: 36

Height: 5’6

Weight: 125lbs

Hair Color: Red

Eye Color: Blue

Occupation: Socialite/Party-planner

History: Mary is infamous for her esteemed fashion and party throwing. She is currently married to famous movie mogul, Samuel Roswell and mother to two children. She met Samuel at a country club get together hosted by a mutual friend. Her parties create much envy among her friends and other socialites. However, her most recent party guest list includes her ex-boyfriend Stewart Wagner Jr. People speculate that she has reconnected with her ex-flame