In the quiet and picture-perfect town of Walden, Oregon, Deputy Bobby Dean is left reeling from a string of gruesome murders that has sent shock waves through the community. But as the body count rises and children mysteriously disappear, Bobby's fear and stress threaten to consume him. Just when he thinks he can't handle it any longer, an unexpected coping mechanism is presented by none other than Lieutenant Frank Watson, a seasoned officer and Bobby's secret object of desire. **This short story references events that take place in the upcoming serial thriller Safe Haven.
Author
Pen name of author A.M. Snead. Born and raised in scenic Coos County, Oregon, CJ enjoys the small town atmosphere and down-to-earth country folk who populate the area. She is a single mother and lives with her 18-year-old daughter, 1 horse, 4 dogs and 6 cats deep in the country woodlands which gives her plenty of time to write. She is a Christian and a strong supporter of the LGBT community and favors gay erotic romance when it comes to writing. She hopes that her stories of love and acceptance will help further compassion and understanding for LGBT people who she feels is greatly misunderstood and persecuted - in a large party by the Christian community. Most of all, she is hopeful that her stories will bring comfort to those who have been told that God hates them because they are different. It is her strong belief that God loves everyone and His love covers all.
