Who is murdering the Eastern States Football League officials in Vanmer, Pennsylvania? And why is the killer using Vanmer Vipers’ helmets as murder weapons? Johnny Knight, photojournalist for the Independent, takes on one of the most dangerous jobs and responsibilities he has ever attempted. As he begins to unravel clues about the Helmet Killer murders, he uncovers a gambling ring involving numerous Viper players and a real estate mogul with a town full of secrets. And what about the missing money from the first victim, a whopping nine hundred thousand dollars? Is a Viper footballer paying off his steep gambling debts by murdering well-to-do officials? Along the way, Johnny falls in love with two very attractive and different men -- the sexy owner of McMuscles Gym, Matthew McDestin, and the jockish running back for the Vanmer Vipers, Beckley Roarke. Both have a piece of Johnny's heart, and both really don't want to share Johnny. So what's a detective to do when he's seeing two hotties at the same time? Can Johnny piece together the puzzle of murder and bring the Helmet Killer to justice, putting Vanmer at peace again?

Double Coverage

“Yes, Jamie Bodice. He was quite fond of Tad’s company and was always visiting the zebra’s apartment.”


“Believe what you want, Sweetheart. I’m only telling you what Tad shared with me. Bless his soul, wherever he might be right now.”


It was time to end my visit with her and head over to Lund’s Sports on Smithson Street. I needed to talk to Francine and right away about the man she was sleeping with. Did Francine know that Jamie Bodice was possibly bisexual? And was she aware that her boy toy had slept with Tad Dossner numerous times? I was sure that she didn’t know the truth to either of my questions, thanked Miss Lullaby for her time, and left Chess Street in a hurry. 30: Little Rabbit


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