Mercury Moves On, Moves Out
Jenny Page I’ve been living with my mother in her new house since my divorce from Lindy has been ongoing and its finally nearing an end. Living with Bitsy has certainly made…
Mercury McMurtry, Forensic Psychologist
The End of the Blotchy Police Blotter, Merc Hopes
I arrive early, anticipating Bernie’s arrival. Just as I’m about to enter the conference room, he steps into the building. “Hey!” I say, gesturing in his direction. “Silas will be…
Merc Makes a Plan, and Takes a Day
Gunnar Olafsson It’s summer, so I decide to clear my head and walk the few blocks to work after breakfast with Mother at the Golden Pillar. I should know better than to…
One Down, Nico to Go
Silas and I both notice Cassie’s reaction to meeting Nico. We read the expression on her face and decide it’s time to back away from him for now, until Armand…
Break-Up Over Easy with a Side of Tears
Lindy and I meet in the lobby at the Golden Pillar around nine and proceed directly into the restaurant. “We meet again,” I say and kiss him on the cheek.…
Lindy Has Found Himself – on Bitsy’s Doorstep
It’s late and I’ve had enough for today so I decide to skip Riverside this evening. I was at my desk in the office all day, organizing and documenting evidence,…
The Time for Tight Lips is Now
I look forward to settling into my desk every morning. Like most, I unlock the door, to-go coffee in hand, and relish the first 20 minutes of the day –…
Truth at the Track: Mercury & Silas Pay Armand a Visit
Silas is hell-bent on keeping the intensity level up. I, personally, wouldn’t mind if we backed off a little, but I’m not in charge. I will admit, it’s a welcome…
Paul’s “Race” to the Truth
I’ve been working with Silas for only a short time. He’s been getting acclimated to Middle Valley and our small-town mores. We have visited Paul twice where he sits in…
Splitting Heirs, or What Happens When the Assignment Changes
I can remember as a kid when Mother would drag me by the hand through this dining room, chatting with everyone as she walked through, showing me off when people…