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In experimenting with different writing styles and subjects, I found myself creating The Chest. I've always been an avid reader, but it wasn't until I retired that I finally had the time to sit down and explore writing for myself. Since then, I’ve dabbled in adventure stories, tales of wild ex-girlfriends, and even a somewhat successful political thriller.
But with The Chest, I ventured into new territory—a story that, for lack of a better word, leans into horror. I prefer to think of it, though, as a story about the skeletons every family keeps tucked away in the closet. The inspiration came from both a contemporary horror writer and the timeless works of Poe and Shelley. I hope I managed to capture something unique—a little creepy, definitely different, but an adventure to write all the same.
Some skeletons are just more interesting to read about. This is one of them.
Chapter 37 is online for your reading pleasure. The James Mercer tale continues, and a relatively new part of James' personality emerges, a part Washington has yet to experience.
Chapter 36 of Trust But Verify is now in the queue for your reading pleasure. James Mercer meets a new acquaintance — or at least someone who says he's a friend. Along the way, a darker side of James reemerges, one that hasn’t shown itself in quite some time.
Chapter 35 of Trust But Verify is in the queue, and the saga of James Mercer continues. An incident involving Andi comes to light when a mysterious letter from the Caribbean, addressed to her, arrives in the office mail. This raises concerns for James, prompting him to assign his security team to investigate whether the letter poses a security breach.
Chapter thirty-four is in the queue for you to read. It is a long chapter, so be forewarned. This chapter is different from what I have written before. James and his family return to their roots and find that they have changed during their time in Washington. Others from their past, however, are not accepting of these changes. Though hurt and disappointed, James and his family must accept their new reality. They are no longer from the Midwest; they are now residents of Washington and must embrace those changes.
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