A Palette for Murder
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“The results of his last test were good, so it’s promising.”
“I’m glad.”
He started to get up. “I’ll let you three enjoy the show.”
Rory laid a hand on his arm. “You can stay if you want. I’d like that.”
“Only if you go out to dinner with me tomorrow.” He cleared his throat. “I’m asking you out on a date, in case that wasn’t clear.”
“I would be happy to go on a date with you, Martin.”
Rory sat closer to him. He reached over and touched her hand. They intertwined their fingers and stared at the screen as the movie began.
About the Author
Sybil Johnson’s love affair with reading began in kindergarten with “The Three Little Pigs.” Visits to the library introduced her to Encyclopedia Brown, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle and a host of other characters. Fast forward to college where she continued reading while studying Computer Science. After a rewarding career in the computer industry, Sybil decided to try her hand at writing mysteries. Her short fiction has appeared in Mysterical-E and Spinetingler Magazine, among others. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, she now lives in Southern California where she enjoys tole painting, studying ancient languages and spending time with friends and family.
The Aurora Anderson Mystery Series
by Sybil Johnson
FATAL BRUSHSTROKE (#1)
PAINT THE TOWN DEAD (#2)
A PALETTE FOR MURDER (#3)
DESIGNED FOR HAUNTING (#4)
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