Shadows of Intrigue: Wattsingburg - Volume 1

By Kevin G. Johnson

In the ominous town of Wattsingburg, where secrets linger like shadows, a compilation of murder mysteries unfolds. Detective Sarah Turner navigates a labyrinth of deceit and intrigue as each case unravels a new layer of the town's dark history. Can she connect the dots and expose the hidden truths, or will Wattsingburg's sinister past claim another victim? Uncover the chilling secrets in this gripping anthology of murder mysteries.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Release date: Jan 21, 2024
• ISBN: 9781312565296

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Shadows of

Intrigue

Kevin G. Johnson

First Edition published by Moon Academy Media 2024

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o MynnLeigh, my ever-inspiring daughter, whose laughter pierces through the shadows and brightens my world. Your unwavering support fuels my daily pursuit to be the best father and

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storyteller I can be.

To my cherished friends, the silent champions of every writer's odyssey. Your encouragement and shared midnight musings have been the lanterns guiding me through the labyrinth of creativity.

And to you, dear reader, for embarking on this shadowy journey with me. May 'Shadows of Intrigue' weave suspense into your nights and mystery into your days.

In gratitude, Kevin G. Johnson

Murder # 1

Murder # 1

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Moonlit Momentos

Chapter 1: The First Full Moon

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In the quaint coastal town of Wattsingburg, the days were filled with the laughter of children playing by the seashore and the gentle murmur of the waves crashing against the cliffs. The townspeople reveled in the simple joys of life, enjoying the picturesque beauty that surrounded them. But as the first full moon of the month emerged from behind the clouds, an eerie chill spread through the town, signaling the beginning of a sinister chain of events.

The evening of the full moon arrived, casting an otherworldly glow upon Wattsingburg. As the night wore on, an unsettling stillness settled Chapter 1: The First Full Moon

over the town, replacing the usual sounds of laughter and merriment with an ominous silence. It was during this eerie silence that a bloodcurdling scream pierced the night air, jolting the residents from their peaceful slumber.

Fear and panic gripped the hearts of the townspeople as they rushed toward the source of the chilling cry. As they arrived at the scene, a haunting sight awaited them. There, at the edge of the rocky cliffs that overlooked the crashing waves below, lay the lifeless body of a young woman. Her once vibrant eyes now stared lifelessly into the night sky, her features frozen in a mask of terror.

The sight was horrifying enough to send shivers down the spines of even the most stoic among them, but what