The Crimson Vial
budwellj
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  • Reads 1,783
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  • Parts 19
  • Time 3h 10m
budwellj
Ongoing, First published May 25, 2022
Mature
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Are you smart enough to solve the impossible serial killer case?

No sign of a struggle, no fingerprints,
No tracks, trails, or clues...

A whole town is at stake!

Four women, found dead in the woods: a crimson smile, drawn on their faces.
A special agent is sent in and mortally wounded.
His partner follows undercover as a journalist.
A Native American town is enveloped by an annular eclipse and an ancient myth.
Agents of Secret organizations take part in a shocking betrayal.
A search for redemption is combated against a fight to win back a long-lost love.
Artificial intelligence and genomic editing blur the lines.
And at the center of it all, The Crimson Vial.

Enjoy a new, full-length pulp fiction novel released for a modern audience. "The Crimson Vial" is a thrilling mix of pulp fiction, sci-fi, mystery, and thriller, combined together with sharp, realistic dialogue and heart-pounding action.
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The Internship

11 parts Ongoing Mature

Step into the twisted world of retired serial killer, Hale, whose retirement plans take an unexpected turn when he witnesses a botched murder on his turf. Enraged by the amateurish attempt to copy his signature style, Hale decides to come out of retirement, not to kill, but to teach. In this darkly humorous tale, Hale takes on a new role as a mentor to the inept novice killer, guiding her through the art of murder with hilarious missteps and deadly lessons. From choosing the right weapon to disposing of the evidence, Hale turns murder into an unconventional internship. But as Hale and his protege stumble their way through the murderous antics, they find themselves overpowered by another serial killer, Nowak. Can Hale mold his bumbling apprentice into a worthy successor? Or will his reign be overthrown by the arrival of Nowak? On-going: Updates bi-weekly!

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