CURRENT RELEASES
Preditors and Editors 2005 second place short story is back in print.
The ninth victim in the Bicycle Chain murders is found dead on his living room floor grasping a paper bag containing a pickle.
Detective Jack Carter is working on the biggest murder case of his life. The last thing he needs is to find out that the woman he cares for might be involved in the murders.
Vicky Peik knows things—and one of those things is that her boss, Detective Jack Carter, is in over his head. Vicky has stayed a step ahead of Jack in her private investigation. Only problem is, despite her ability to sense the killer, he has managed to stay a step ahead of her.
Can Vicky find the killer before things go too far, and Jack can’t get out?
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REVIEWS
In a wonderful voice vaguely reminiscent of old Humphrey Bogart movies, this short is a true gem. A mystery to solve, a love to grow and old wounds to put to rest make up a delightful read.
Jennah Mirage Romance Reviews
Set during the late 1940’s, The Pickle My Little Friend, published by Wild Rose Press, authentically depicts the era’s unique dialog and investigative tactics, giving it a “Sam Spade” feel. The plot is smooth though moves rapidly. Mr. Trevane and Ms. Casey develop convincing characters who are also intense and vibrant. I’ll be passing this short story’s name on to my mystery-reading friends, while waiting for this dynamic team to pen another great mystery.
Pamela Jenewein
Reviewer Romance at Heart Magazine
THE PICKLE MY LITTLE FRIEND from Evan Trevane and Shawn M. Casey is a great little mystery where nothing is as it seems. I was amazed by how they could keep me guessing even with such a short tale.
Heather M. Riley
Romance Junkies
Not only is The Pickle My Little Friend a clever title, but the story itself is really well spun. I enjoyed the dialogue, the theme, everything surrounding the chain of events. Evan Travane and Shawn Casey tell a story that is visual the minute the character of Jack enters the picture and begins his search. With a colorful cast, this read is a dynamic page-turner; one that I was engrossed in from the start.
Cherokee Reviewer Coffee Time Romance
The Pickle My Little Friend is a fun story. A sweet little murder mystery, it has some unusual twists and turns. The plot kept me interested and the old-fashioned references were entertaining. Jack’s thoughts are clearly brought to light and that lets the reader get right inside his head. I felt as if I accompanied him on his stakeout at Vicky’s apartment. I could almost see the lighted window as he watched her, nearly hear her voice as she tried to explain her circumstances to him. This is a well written story, one that is very amusing. I believe I won’t be able to look at a pickle again without smiling!
This is an enjoyable puzzle, with a touch of superstition and a hidden-almost-in-plain-sight solution. Vicky is an intriguing Gal Friday and watching Jack come to his senses is a great deal of fun.
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