Twelve wacky tales from the brilliant and twisted mind of H.D. Ingles. A blend of intriguing mysteries, spicy thrillers, zany parodies, alluring dramas, and feel-good parables, with a touch of the supernatural and a hint of the downright surreal. From the sad and terrifying to the hilarious and uplifting, from a miserly old man whose dark past catches up with him, to a young woman trying to make her way in the business world any way she can, this collection will take you on a journey across the human condition. Who doesn't want a little adventure from time to time? Meet Kenny Sparks, a young man with a talent for cards and a passion for life. Just when he thought it couldn't get any better, he finds the perfect gambling partner in his old high school crush. Mike just opened up his very own night club. Problem is, it's opening night and he's got no entertainment! Just in time, a young woman named Irene applies for the job. She turns out to be a fantastic singer who packs in the crowds night after night, and Mike finds himself smitten with the beautiful and talented Irene. As a romance develops between the two, Mike learns that Irene can make men do anything she wants. Alice had been living in silent fear, it seemed like forever, of hearing that fateful knock at her door. She wasn't some criminal. She had made mistakes, but everybody made little mistakes like that. It didn't seem like a big deal. Most people didn't get caught. But those who did...she just hoped whatever came, it would be quick. Until then, she can only keep her head down and pray that she can make it through another day without facing the merciless gaze of The Green Police. Explore these stories and more in H.D. Ingles's "Short Stories: Volume One".
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