George Martin and Mike Foster have been best friends since childhood, but recent events have brought them even closer together: Mike has moved into George’s house now that George’s unfaithful boyfriend has been kicked out. It puts Mike in a pinch, because he’s always loved George -- maybe more than a best friend should.<br><br>George doesn’t suspect Mike’s feelings, being wrapped up in his job as the youngest lieutenant in the Jacksonville sheriff’s office and investigating a series of murders. But it will all come to a head when George is stalked by a psycho and Mike steps in front of a bullet meant for George. George then realizes there’s much more to their relationship than he thought.

Bodies of Work

“You need to invite Jonny over to the house and lay out a schedule of activities for him that will carry him through the next two weeks.”


“Because first thing Saturday morning, we’re going to Maggie Valley for two whole weeks.”


“Because it will do both of us good to get away. Because up there you’ll be far enough removed from your normal day-to-day shit that you won’t be able to do your usual ‘Mike’ thing and overdo it.”


“Okay! Just okay? That’s a surprise. I was expecting an argument and massive resistance.”


“Babe, do you know how many years I’ve been waiting to go on a honeymoon with you?


“Oh, indeed! I’m all in favor. More importantly, get us to the clinic tomorrow so we’ll have the results by Friday. I refuse to take any condoms with us.”


“Done. Better yet, let me make a call. I think they keep early evening hours.”


Chapter 46