Time Leap
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“Joe, I think you should go with Smirnoff… I feel uneasy,” Niki whispered.
“Okay,” I replied. I made my apologies to Madelaine and Ben, telling them I’d be back in a few minutes. Then I realised I hadn’t got my phone. “Have you got my mobile Nik?” I asked.
“No… didn’t you put it on the table when you sat down?”
“Ah, I did see your friend pick up a device of some kind from the table,” said Ben. I thought it must be his.”
“Oh, shit!” I exclaimed and ran after Smirnoff. Why would he take my phone? He couldn’t use it to call anyone, he couldn’t use the GPS… it was useless to him… unless…
As I ran down the hill, I could see the Russian at the car. He had something in his hand, and the way he was holding the door handle with the other hand sent shivers through my spine.
“Smirnoff!” I shouted down to him – but it was too late. Both the van and the man had disappeared, leaving Niki and I completely trapped in this desolate world – more than two thousand years in the future.
TO BE CONTINUED!
Look out for the Time Leap sequel
Other Books by Steve Howrie:
Alien Virus
When journalist Kevin Lee first meets retired academic Frank Peters and hears about an intelligent alien virus that has invaded the Earth, he is naturally very sceptical. However, when Peters is murdered, his scepticism soon turns to a real concern for the future of the planet and the survival of mankind. Kevin joins a group of liked-minded people in Edinburgh dedicated to eradicating the virus. Returning to London, he rescues his colleague Sandi from a London hospital. Finding himself a wanted man, he seeks refuge with members of the group on a remote Scottish island. There he gains a new understanding of Frank Peters – who turns out to be much more than he first appeared. Together, the group make a final bid to eradicate the virus from humanity – and from the Universe.
44 Acorn Grove and other stories
An anthology of short stories from author Steve Howrie. Each of story has an unpredictable twist in the tale - see if you can spot them! The topics range from Murder and Mystery, to Horror, Humour, Love and Relationships, Despite the huge popularity of novels today, short stories remain a wonderful way to put across interesting and thought-provoking ideas in just a few pages. Enjoy!