The Minotaur Sampler Volume 10

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 Leave No Trace by A. J. Landau

Nothing but pain would paste in our throats and eyes if we experienced the Statue Of Liberty's explosive attack. One induced by terrorists. It would feel to shocking for words. Then, to look and see or hear about all the injuries and deaths. Truly, our national parks are an American blessing. One of the care group and workers is an Angela Pierce, the first and youngest Black woman to hold the job. She is the special agent in charge.She works with the NPS's Investigative Service Branch. If this had really happened we all would find ourselves walking slowly, missing a meal worried and thinking how could it happen. I like the story because it is so present. The pandemic is mentioned. "The Expectant Detectives" They are moving to the Cotswolds from London. Also, there is a  new baby arriving. It is their time to catch the Happy bus and smile. Life could not feel better. Best of all,they have a sense of humor. In the country, I think, you can not live without being a laugh a holic. She certainly waited long enough to have her baby. She's thirty one years old. Maybe the twenties is not the perfect time to grow another you. "Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead" by Jenny Hollander To witness a crime and survive is mind altering.  When violent crimes occur at a Journalism school, there are repercussions years later. Sadly, you never know when new information will come out. Then, it is like that awful time is real time all over again. "Off The Air" by Christina Estes The excitement is about a radio host who collapsed inside the KRFK radio station. Reporting is not an easy job. No one wants to step up and speak before the grieving family have been notified. In this instance, everybody thinks it might have been Larry Lemmon who collapsed. A good guy is one of the spreading rumors. "Bless Your Heart" by Lindy Ryan

 


 


 



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