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A Murderous Rampage
Retribution follows a detective investigating several connected murders who suspects the killer may not be human but a supernatural being. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
Retribution started out as a short story. I knew it was unusual and a little disturbing, but it wasn’t until I’d finished it that I realised the potential for a longer story. The original short story is featured in the book. It helps explain the origin of the killer.
When you first sat down to write this story, did you know where you were going, or did the twists come as you were writing?
After finishing the last few paragraphs of the short story, I had a good idea of where I wanted to go with it, but, as I progressed, a lot of the scenarios came as I wrote. It is the same with all my stories, they evolve during writing.
What was the hardest part about writing a mystery story; were you constantly having to give just enough to keep the mystery alive until the big reveal?
Yes. In Retribution, the killer is described fairly early on and then the real mystery becomes – What It is, where It came from, and why It’s on a murderous rampage, giving more detail as the story unfolds.
What is the next book you are writing, and when will that be published?
I am working on two books. One is a sequel to my short horror stories collection Down a Dark Path, and the other is a book of flash fiction containing dark, macabre, and unusual tales. The flash fiction book will be out first. I’m working on a cover for it and have a little editing to do before publishing. I’m hoping to get it done before the end of the year.
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Retribution
In the wake of a series of startling murders that have unsettled the community, we are led on a riveting journey alongside Detective Lockwood and his tenacious team as they delve deep into the mystery, ensuring every clue is meticulously examined. The early victims, two young boys, are intrinsically tied to Lee Inman. Tragically, Lee’s own life is cut short in a similar fashion, inciting inquiries about a potential malevolent link amongst these deaths.
Parallel to this, Dion Davies, grappling with the devastating loss of her daughter, Rosalie, undergoes a spine-chilling experience that imprints on her psyche. Once lost to the abyss and later found in a shallow grave with marks of heinous violence, Rosalie had her case frozen due to elusive evidence. Yet, Dion’s eerie encounter with an enigmatic being provides unsettling revelations about Rosalie’s tragic end.
As layers of the investigation peel away, it surfaces that the slain boys’ fate was tethered to a past case, suggesting their deaths as retribution for bygone transgressions. With unyielding resolve, Detective Lockwood and his brigade work tirelessly to zero in on the elusive antagonist. While the entity’s essence remains enigmatic, a haunting detail recurrently emerges from witness accounts: those striking, piercing green eyes.
This enthralling tale broaches complex questions on justice’s essence and ponders whether past malefactions warrant retribution. Detective Lockwood’s steadfast dedication infuses the storyline with suspense and momentum. Despite its swift pacing, the narrative remains lucid and compelling.
The story is augmented by its rich and evocative character depictions and scenarios, enabling readers to be wholly engrossed in this meticulously crafted universe. The nuanced portrayal of the characters’ inner tumult adds depth and authenticity, amplifying the tale’s overall resonance.
Retribution by author Paul J. Jackson is a gripping crime thriller filled with paranormal elements. Readers are taken on a suspense-filled journey as they follow Detective Lockwood as he attempts to solve the mystery of who the green-eyed murderer is.
Pages: 176 | ASIN : B0BFRNHWQM
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